Boston History & Highlights Walking Tour

From$25.16
2 hours
Boston, USA

About this activity

Join a 2-hour guided walking tour through Boston's historic sites, including the Freedom Trail, Boston Common, and Beacon Hill, to uncover the city's rich revolutionary history.

Highlights

  • Explore Boston's Freedom Trail
  • Visit Boston Common and Public Garden
  • Discover historic Beacon Hill
  • See the Old North Church
  • Learn about Boston's revolutionary past

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in Boston's rich history on this engaging 2-hour walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll traverse the iconic Freedom Trail, visit the lush Boston Common and Public Garden, and wander through the charming streets of Beacon Hill. Along the way, discover the stories behind landmarks like the Old North Church and learn about the events that shaped America's revolutionary past. This tour offers a perfect blend of education and exploration, making it an ideal choice for history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided walking tour of Boston's historic sites
  • Visit to the Freedom Trail
  • Exploration of Boston Common and Public Garden
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

The Greenway Carousel, 191 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02111, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Pets are not permitted on the tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early to ensure a timely departure.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under 6 can join for free. Please let us know when booking if you're bringing a child under 6. Children aged 6 to 11 can join at the adult rate. Please inform us at the time of booking if you're bringing a child between 6 and 11, using the special requirements box on the checkout page.
  • We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour.
  • Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 4 km (2.5 miles) of walking.
  • Experiences happen rain, shine, or snow. Please dress accordingly.

Reviews

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Megan_H
Apr 2025
5.0

Wonderful to do in the evening, less crowded. Good for all ages, even kids. Hits all the major sights.

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Melissa_L
Apr 2025
5.0

We did an early morning tour with Lorenzo. This was definitely the highlight of our quick stop in DC on the way home from Spring Break. Lorenzo was very knowledgeable and we had a great time. The 7 am tour was perfect for photos of all monuments and buildings! There was no one around and traffic was minimal!

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Mindy_C
Mar 2025
5.0

Dr. Cook was fantastic. Would definitely book with them again. He was fun and extremely knowledgable. would highly recommend.

Traveler reviews

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Fabulous experience

Our tour guide Olivia was exceptional - her knowledge, enthusiasm, passion and professionalism. We really enjoyed our time on the tour with her, thanks Olivia x

J999PYtcSep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Bob is great

Loved Bob’s enthusiasm and knowledge of Boston! Super detailed and dedicated to teaching things, even to locals

Explorer11290625789Sep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Amazing

Amazing! Highly recommend Bob, it was super cool

F87BS_Sep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wonderful tour

Nabil was a wonderful, entertaining, knowledgeable guide! We enjoyed the tour so much that we hardly noticed the rain! If you are able to request a specific guide you can’t go wrong with Nabil.

Paola_MSep 14, 2026VIATOR

Falling in Love with Boston with Olivia

Wonderful tour with so much information packed into fascinating stories. Olivia makes Boston feel personal and alive, and the two hours flew by. As a bonus, we also got some great local restaurant recommendations, which made the experience even better.

X2470LItatianatSep 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

This is a child-friendly tour. Children under 6 can join for free. Please let us know when booking if you're bringing a child under 6. Children aged 6 to 11 can join at the adult rate. Please inform us at the time of booking if you're bringing a child between 6 and 11, using the special requirements box on the checkout page. We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 4 km (2.5 miles) of walking. Experiences happen rain, shine, or snow. Please dress accordingly.