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

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

Mon 26 May

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Starting at $9.99

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Mon 26 May

Starting at $9.99

Make a reservation

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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

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.

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 (17)

169dougf

Oct 2024

The commentary was excellent and provided a great overview of Boston history. I expected the tour to focus exclusively on Revolutionary era history. I was pleasantly surprised to learn about history of the area from other eras as well. It took us a little while to learn and understand the navigational tools accompanying the audio tour. Perhaps some additional orientation to using the app might have made our experience slightly more smooth. But our overall feedback is entirely positive.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Hi there, Thank you so much for sharing your experience, we're happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Would you mind telling me a little bit more about what specifically it was that you'd like to see in terms of additional orientation to using the app? We're always looking at ways to make the VoiceMap app as intuitive and easy-to-use for listeners as possible, so we'd value your feedback. Beyond the instructions we provide one you purchase a tour through TripAdvisor and the instructions on how VoiceMap works in the first audio location, what specifically do you think would have made the process a bit smoother for you? You're also welcome to email us at support@voicemap. me with your feedback. Best, Helene

JAMES_M

Oct 2024

The two hours I spent trying to get the trip to start (it never did). The only easym paRT Was paying. That worked well,

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Hi there, I'm sorry that you were unhappy with your experience. When you were having technical difficulties, did you contact VoiceMap support via email or telephone? We are contactable by both telephone and email, so if you have technical difficulties, please reach out to us so we can identify what is going wrong. Can you email more information to [email protected]? This way, we can identify exactly what went wrong. We can troubleshoot the issue and process a refund if you email us your details. Again, I'm sorry about the poor experience you had.

Haley_O

Jun 2024

App is very glitchy. If you wander off the path and explore other areas, it is hard to get the app back on track. Cannot easily do the route in a different order either (if starting at the opposite end from where the audio tour starts).

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Hi there, I'm sorry that you were unhappy with your experience. Can you email more information to [email protected]? This way, we can identify exactly what went wrong. As mentioned in the instructions we sent you, all VoiceMap tours follow a set route and include turn-by-turn directions. If you started a tour at the end and did it in reverse, left turns would become right turns. If you stopped the tour along the way for a break or to visit an attraction mentioned en route, then you can use the Resume button to pick up where you left off. When you select Resume you'll be shown a list of the three closest locations to where you are. Click on the location you want to start from, and the tour will resume from there. I'm sorry for your frustrating experience. Regards, Brent