New Hampshire is full of history. If you grew up here you probably have not-so-fond memories of sitting through history class as a kid wondering when the fun stuff started. Hopefully, now that you’re older you’ve come to appreciate just how much went into the creation of the place you call home. Even if you just vacation here, it’s fun to think about life before any of us were ever around.

If you love the idea of the state’s history and want to learn more, but don’t want to sit through a history lecture, we recommend this trolley tour. Focused on the interesting, creepy and fun aspects of one of New Hampshire’s most popular towns, this tour is one you’ll want to pay attention to!

Portsmouth, located in northern New Hampshire, is one of the best-known towns in the state. With easy access right off the highway and just across the river from Maine, it's also one of the most visited. To most, it looks like a beauty of a town. And it is! But there's also some serious history here.
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Based in Portsmouth, New England, Curiosities offers a variety of tours uncovering some of the most fascinating elements of this history. Those looking to understand things like politics might want to look for a different tour. This one is best for people who appreciate the creepier side of the state's past!
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There are five different in-person tours and we love the ones that include the Victorian-era trolley the best!
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One fun tour is a trolley visit to the haunted parts of York, which is just over the river in Maine.
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You can also venture to the waterfront for the "Wicked Haunted Waterfront Tour."
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The "Shadows and Stones Cemetery Tour" and the "Legends, Ghosts & Graves" tour take curious visitors a bit closer to where some locals have been laid to rest.
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These tours are even more fun at night around Halloween!
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Each cemetery comes with its own ghost stories, and the tour will share them all.
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We love the "Shadows of the Past" tour that ventures to some of the most famous historical spots in the area, too.
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The most important thing that makes these all so special is the expertise and local knowledge of Roxie Zwicker, who plans and leads these trips. Hop on the trolley, listen to the stories and ask questions to make this one of the most memorable activities in the state.

New England Curiosities offer five in-person tours along with a variety that can be taken virtually. You can learn all about them by visiting its website, where you can also book your visit. You can stay current on new offerings by following the company on Facebook. It can be reached on 603-343-7977.

If you love trolleys and trains, we’ve got another great option for you. The Bartlett Excursion train ride offers some of the most breathtaking views in New Hampshire!

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