Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Overview

Go beyond Revolutionary War history books with this affordable walking tour in Boston.

• Take in important historical landmarks like the Boston Common which was entangled in America’s first fraudulent land transaction and the Granary Burial Ground
• Hear from producer Mitch Lapin, a tour guide whose passion for history inspired him to lead guided tours for over ten years
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

City: Boston

Tue 17 Sep

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Starting at $7.99

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Tue 17 Sep

Starting at $7.99

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What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Lifetime access to this tour in English

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All of VoiceMap's audio tours are self-guided and users must bring their own smartphone and headphones to take the tour. We urge all our users to wear facemasks and carry hand sanitizer with them to ensure their own protection and the protection of others.

What To Expect

Freedom Trail

This self-guided, self-paced walking tour follows Boston's Freedom Trail, going beyond the history books to reveal the fascinating stories you wouldn't uncover on your own.

Massachusetts State House

The tour starts in front of Massachusetts State House, the highest point in Boston. You'll learn how the VoiceMap app works and be introduced to the major themes of the tour while you walk.

Boston Common

The tour passes by the Boston Common. While you walk, you'll hear about how it became entangled in America’s first fraudulent land transaction.

Granary Burying Ground

You'll be guided through the Granary Burial Ground to the graves of some of America’s forefathers.

King's Chapel

The tour passes by King's Chapel. While you walk, you'll find out why the King’s Chapel was built on top of a cemetery.

Old South Meeting House

The tour passes by the Old South Meeting House. You'll hear about the museum while you walk.

Old State House

The tour passes by The Old State House. You'll hear the history of the building while you walk.

Old North Church & Historic Site

The tour passes by the Old North Church. While you walk you'll hear about the some of Paul Revere's many rides.

Paul Revere Statue

The tour passes by the Paul Revere Statue. While you walk you'll learn about the horse Paul rode.

The Paul Revere House

The tour ends in front of Boston’s oldest standing structure, the Paul Revere House.

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (7)

Pam_D

Oct 2022

Could not download app even though I had full bars which made this totally useless. I have an iPhone 13 so it is a newer model.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Hi Pam I'm sorry to hear that you had issues downloading the app. Downloading the app is rarely an issue for our customers. I've sent you a message through Viator to try and understand what happened and to discuss a refund. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Keep well, Alicia

R6956JPangelap

Oct 2022

What a great tour. It was easy to follow the route, which took you to all the interesting places. We really loved the fact that we could go at our own pace

IngoPie

Sep 2022

I had a great Freedom Trail tour with some insider information. Sometimes I have had problems to follow in English because English is not my native language. But I think I got most of the sense and there were some surprises. If you to do a tour in your own pace and guided via an app… this is the one!