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A town with a prominent clock tower, colorful houses, and a mix of trees and shrubs. 1
A waterfront with boats, a person standing on a dock, and a group of people on a bench. 2
Three people standing outdoors at night with trees and a building in the background. 3
A man in a vest speaking to a group of people on a porch. 4
A lantern with a lit bulb, a body of water with boats, and a distant shoreline. 5
By By Lantern Tours
Price is CA $48 per adult
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Features

  • 1h 30m
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Overview

  • Discover the stories behind Marblehead’s harbour, historic homes, and hidden corners.

    This small-group walking tour winds through Old Town streets, scenic overlooks, and centuries-old burial grounds, sharing the legends, local feuds, close calls, and surprising moments most visitors never hear about.

    It’s engaging, personal, and grounded in real history — a lively walk that turns a beautiful town into a place you truly understand.

Activity location

  • King Hooper Mansion
    • 8 Hooper St,
    • 01945-3213, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Crocker Park
    • 1 Dock Ledge
    • 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

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Marblehead Legends & Lore

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 5:00 P.M.
Price details
CA $48.24 x 1 AdultCA $48.24
Total
Price is CA $48.24

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional local guide Small-group walking tour led by a knowledgeable local historian.
  • Inclusions
    Outdoor site commentary Discussion of historic homes, landmarks, and sites from the exterior.
  • Exclusions
    Admission to interior museums or historic homes (All sites are viewed from the exterior.)
  • Exclusions
    Transport to and from the meeting or end point is not included. Guests are responsible for their own arrival and departure.
  • Exclusions
    Guests are welcome to bring water or small snacks for the walk.
  • Exclusions
    Service charge are optional and not included in the tour price.

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

King Hooper Mansion

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
From the exterior of this striking waterfront estate, we explore the life and wealth of Robert “King” Hooper, one of Marblehead’s most powerful merchants, whose success shaped the harbour economy and the town’s social hierarchy.

The Jeremiah Lee Mansion

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
From the exterior of this striking 18th-century mansion, we explore the life and mysterious death of Jeremiah Lee — a merchant whose final days tied Marblehead directly to the events of April 1775 and left behind questions that still invite discussion.

Old Burial Hill

  • 12m
We explore this 17th-century burial ground overlooking the harbour, where witches, Revolutionary figures, sea captains, and generations of Marblehead families are laid to rest — each with stories that shaped the town.

Fort Sewall

  • 10m
Overlooking the harbour, this fortified site connects to smallpox unrest, coastal defence, and a town shaped by war, fear, and resilience.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    King Hooper Mansion
    • 8 Hooper St,
    • 01945-3213, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Crocker Park
    • 1 Dock Ledge
    • 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

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