Boston History & Highlights Walking Tour

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.

City: Boston

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $48.48

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $48.48

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Take the photos of the Boston’s beautifully preserved iconic brick row houses

Friendly Local English-speaking guide

Enjoy a surprise local treat

Pass by the city’s first skyscraper - Custom House Tower

See the site of the first public school in America

Enjoy the stunning views from Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market

Learn about the Sons of Liberty and see where the Boston Tea Party took place

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
All tours follow the latest local health authority advice. Urban Adventures has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which recognises companies that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.

What To Expect

Boston Harbor Cruises

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.

Rose Kennedy Greenway

From the harbor, we’ll continue past the Rose Kennedy Greenway, State Street and the historic Custom House Tower, the city’s first skyscraper.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Then, your guide will lead you toward the famous Faneuil Hall

Quincy Market

And then your guide will lead you towards Quincy Market.

Downtown Crossing

A short trek through Downtown Crossing and past the Old City Hall

Old City Hall

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!

WeVenture Boston

Somewhere along the way during this tour, you’ll have a chance to rest your legs and enjoy a chat with your guide.

Massachusetts State House

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.

Beacon Hill

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.

Boston Public Garden

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.

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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 (288)

James_J

Sep 2022

Luci gave a jam packed history tour of Boston. I feel more connected to US history and Boston. So much fun because she showed parts of the city other tours did not. Great time seeing the statues, parks, historical cemeteries and more with in depth information galore.

Greta_L

Sep 2022

We went to the location and we did not find a group. I messaged the operator through Viator and got no response. I asked other ticket booths if I was in the right place and they said yes. Went back to that spot and found no group. We waited 10 more minutes (well after the start of the tour was supposed to start) and still, no group. I messaged the operator through Viator again to inform them that no group existed and that we wanted a refund. No response. I finally got an email with screenshots of our tour guide (with NO GROUP) waiting for us. I remember seeing the guy, but he never identifies himself as our tour guide. He never shouted out that he was “the tour group.” Apparently, according to the company, 10 people canceled and we were the only ones in the group. HOW WOULD WE KNOW THAT?!! He looked like just anyone standing around by themselves! How was this, IN ANY WAY, our fault? All our other tours the leader let everyone around him know in a loud voice that he was the guide for the tour. This guy said NOTHING.

Pamela N

Sep 2022

My husband and I were told we'd have a 2 hour historical walking tour, but Bob is so passionate about the history of Boston, that we continued to walk and learn for almost four hours! We've traveled all over the world and have never had a tour guide who went so above and beyond! Bob made sure to include every person and answered every question. He's a wonderful storyteller and a Boston treasure!