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Boston Freedom Trail Day Trip from New York City

Overview
See the historical sights and famous universities of the Boston area on this full-day trip from New York City. After a scenic drive through Connecticut, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts. See top Boston attractions including Harvard University, Trinity Church and the site of the Boston Tea Party. Follow the red-brick Freedom Trail, which leads to important historical locations. You'll learn all about the rich and colorful history of Boston from your informative and engaging guide.

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City: New York City
Sun 22 Jun
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Starting at $139.00
Sun 22 Jun
Starting at $139.00
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What's Included
Wi-Fi on bus only
Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
Professional tour guide
Sightseeing in Boston
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
  • Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
  • Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
  • For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
What To Expect
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Harvard University
Depart New York and trace the Eastern Coast through Connecticut to Massachusetts and its capital, Boston. Our first stop is the city of Cambridge where you'll find one of the most famous and most prestigious universities in the world—Harvard. Our tour starts with a walk in Harvard Yard, the oldest academic ground in America.
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John Harvard Statue
See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
We continue on a panoramic tour that takes you past City Hall, MIT, and Cambridge College, before crossing over the Charles River and arriving in the center of Boston—considered the intellectual capital of the USA.
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Trinity Church Boston
Visit Copley Square with its beautiful Trinity Church, and then continue with a walk along the historical Freedom Trail through Boston Common Park. Afterward, break for lunch (own cost) at Quincy Market, perhaps opting to try the city's world-famous clam chowder or a lobster roll.
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Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
After lunch, continue to the site of the famous BostonTea Party. In the late afternoon, rejoin your vehicle to your departure southwestward back to New York, where you'll arrive in the evening.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (231)
Coastal22420156461
Mar 2025
Friendly and joyful . Sharon tour guide very nice and fully detailed of history. I highly recommend to joy this tour if you have a limit time to go somewhere.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Dear Coastal, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found Sharon to be both friendly and knowledgeable. Her passion for history truly adds to the experience! We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you on another adventure soon. Best regards, Giulia/Empire Vacations
Lorenzo S
Mar 2025
This tour has been very interesting I really enjoy to hear the history of the beginning of USA I can say upgrading my life , thanks to the tour guide Zenida with her deeply passion and joy the experience has been very delightful I really recommend to any one I was alone but there was a family in the tour and I saw and they share with me how much they enjoyed the your Thank you amazing experience
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Dear Lorenzo, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the tour interesting and that learning about the early history of the USA was such a valuable experience for you. It’s great to know that Zenida’s passion and enthusiasm made the journey even more enjoyable. We’re also happy to hear that the atmosphere was welcoming and that you had the chance to share the experience with other travelers. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d love to have you join us on another adventure in the future! Best regards, Giulia/Empire Vacations
denisebreheny
Feb 2025
Great day trip to Boston. Carlo was a great guide. Very informative and knowledgeable. Had a great time even though it was freezing
Response from Host
Feb 2025
Dear Denise, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you had a fantastic day exploring Boston, even with the chilly weather. Carlo will be thrilled to hear that you appreciated his knowledge and insights—he truly loves what he does, and it’s wonderful to know he made your trip even more enjoyable. We appreciate you braving the cold and are delighted that you still had a great time! Hopefully, we’ll have the chance to welcome you back on another adventure (maybe in warmer weather next time!). Best regards, Giulia/Empire Vacations

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