Boston Trip Overview
Go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history. From the iconic Boston Harbor, to the famous Freedom Trail, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that promises to connect you to the Boston of old and new.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Boston, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history. From the iconic Boston Harbor, to the famous Freedom Trail, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that promises to connect you to the Boston of old and new.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Boston Harbor Cruises, Boston, MA 02110
Your experience begins at the Aquarium “T” Station on the historic Long Wharf, the focus of Boston Harbor, and the economic engine of Boston for most of its history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Rose Kennedy Greenway, JFK Surface Road, Boston, MA 02111
From the harbor, we’ll continue past the Rose Kennedy Greenway, State Street and the historic Custom House Tower, the city’s first skyscraper.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq Quincy Market, Boston, MA 02109-1604
Then, your guide will lead you toward the famous Faneuil Hall
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Quincy Market, 4 S Market St, Boston, MA 02109-6201
And then your guide will lead you toward the famous Faneuil Hall
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Downtown Crossing, Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
A short trek through Downtown Crossing and past the Old City Hall
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Old City Hall, 45 School St, Boston, MA 02108-3206
Moving into the heart of Downtown Boston, we will stop in front of the Old State House and site of the Boston Massacre. Was it really a massacre or maybe just great propaganda for the Revolution? Ask your expert guide about that one!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: WeVenture Boston, Boston, MA
Somewhere along the way during this tour, you’ll have a chance to rest your legs and enjoy a chat with your guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02133-1099
On most weekdays (government hours only!) you have a chance to see the government at work inside the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. Outside the State House, take in the views of modern Boston, including the skyscrapers of Downtown, the Financial District, and the tallest building in New England: The John Hancock Tower.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Between Beacon St and Cambridge St Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02108
We continue our journey through Beacon Hill, where you’ll have a chance to take in the quintessential architecture of Boston’s red brick row houses. Get out your cameras – this neighborhood is one of the most photogenic in the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Boston Public Garden, 4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-4602
Finally, we arrive at the beautiful Boston Public Garden, one of Boston’s favorite green spaces, where you’ll see locals walking the dogs, playing with the kids, and enjoying lunch in the shade. Your guide will point you in the right direction, and will help with any and all recommendations for great things to do in Boston that evening and beyond.
Duration: 15 minutes
