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

Mon 02 Jun

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Starting at $139.00

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Mon 02 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

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.

John Harvard Statue

See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.

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.

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.

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