Freedom Trail Walk with VIP Old North Church Tour & Cruise

Summary Description

 Walk in Paul Revere’s footsteps on a guided Freedom Trail tour with rare, private access to Old North Church bell ringing chamber, plus a narrated Boston Harbor cruise.

Highlights
  • Enjoy a tour of the famous Old North Church.
  • Have the church's historic bell chamber all to yourself.
  • Visit 7 sites along Boston's Freedom Trail.
  • Explore Paul Revere’s neighborhood in the North End.
  • Cruise Boston Harbor with expert historical narration.
Description

 Step back into Revolutionary Boston on this immersive walking tour that follows Paul Revere’s legendary path. With a local expert leading the way, you’ll explore seven key sites along the Freedom Trail, from historic meeting houses to Revere’s neighborhood in the North End. Boston's Old North Church draws thousands of American history buffs every year, but not everyone gets to visit it like a VIP. In addition to exploring the main sanctuary, you'll also enjoy private access to the bell chamber. Finish the experience with a 1-hour narrated cruise through Boston Harbor, where skyline views meet fascinating insights into the city’s maritime role in the Revolution. With an expert guide, this tour offers a deeper, more personal connection to the events that sparked American independence.

Trace the dramatic events of 1775 through the eyes of Paul Revere on this walking tour through Boston’s historic streets. With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the people, places, and pivotal decisions that influenced the American Revolution.

 Begin at Granary Burying Ground, where Revolutionary icons like Samuel Adams and Paul Revere are laid to rest. From there, continue to the Old South Meeting House—an essential hub for protest and political discourse in colonial Boston.

 Your guide will bring history to life at the Old State House and Boston Massacre Site, where tensions between colonists and British soldiers erupted. Then it’s off to Faneuil Hall, a timeless public meeting space where freedom was fiercely debated.

 Head into the North End, Boston’s oldest neighborhood and Revere’s former home. Walking the cobblestone streets, you’ll get a glimpse of daily life in an 18th-century city on the brink of rebellion.

 Next comes one of the tour’s most exclusive moments: a visit inside the Old North Church, where the “one if by land, two if by sea” signal was lit. Your visit includes rare entry to the bell ringing chamber—a unique vantage point most people don't get to see.

Pause outside Paul Revere’s home as you come full circle on your journey through his midnight ride before making your way to Long Wharf. There, you’ll board a 1-hour narrated Boston Harbor cruise, where skyline views pair with stories of the city’s maritime past.

 Perfect for history lovers, this tour reveals the humanity behind the history—tying iconic landmarks to the unforgettable midnight ride that helped spark a revolution. 

Included / Excluded
  • Entrance to Old North Church: sanctuary/bell chamber
  • 1-hour Boston Harbor City Cruise ticket
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Start / End Locations

Start Location: One Beacon Street, Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108, United States

Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 1 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, on the corner of Beacon & Tremont Streets.

Start Location Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PA4vkWfTEqMTc2gZ7

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • This tour is in English.
  • We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Know Before You Go
  • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • All sites are visted from the exterior unless otherwise noted.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Options and Pricing

Prices are subject to change.

VIP Freedom Trail Tour Price RETAIL PRICE
Adult (15 - 99 years) $99.00
Child (2 - 14 years) $89.00
Terms and Conditions

Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

Redemption Information

Tickets will be held at the box office

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 4.5 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Max Group Size: 15
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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