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Boston "Walk & Roll" Tour for Persons with Limited Mobility

Boston "Walk & Roll" Tour for Persons with Limited Mobility

Overview

If you are a visitor who wants to see the best of Boston, but has a challenge with mobility, this is your tour. Our "Walk & Roll" tour is designed specifically for persons who use a wheelchair or are uncomfortable with longer walks and uneven surfaces. We selected our route to include the highlights of the city, from the Emerald Necklace through the Public Garden and the best of the famous Freedom Trail. Our route covers one mile chosen for level, smooth sidewalks and curb cuts as street crossings. Don’t let mobility concerns let you miss out on our great city.

You’ll see the nation’s oldest public park and botanical garden, learn about Beacon Hill and the greatest engineering feat of the 19th century, visit the sites that sparked the Boston Tea Party, and the Boston Massacre and see where the Declaration of Independence was first read in Boston in July 1776. This is a great introduction to the city that includes the very best of Boston, all at a pace that meets your needs.

City: Boston

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $39.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $39.00

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What's Included

Gratuities are included. Your guide does not accept or expect a gratuity.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

This is a highlight tour of Boston with an emphasis on easy walking for persons who chose not to take a longer, more rigorous tour. We learn about the Back Bay and Beacon Hill neighborhoods, visit the Public Garden and Boston Common, then connect with some of the most interesting stops on the Freedom Trail to learn more about the people and the key events that led a peaceful colony to wage war against the most powerful army and navy in the world. Our first stop is at the Commonwealth Mall directly across from the Public Garden to learn about the history of the Back Bay and the nation's then-greatest public works project.

Boston Public Garden

The Public Garden is the nation's oldest botanical garden. Designed by the founder of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmstead, the 24-acre park is an ever-changing display of flowering plants and trees. The Public Garden features sculptures, fountains and the world-famous Swan Boats. Our path through the Garden takes you past the September 11th memorial, and the Make Way for Ducklings bronze statues.

Boston Common

From the Public Garden, we continue to Boston Common. Purchased by the Colony in 1634 to create an open space for all to use in the city, it has been home to both grazing cows and British soldiers. Today, Bostonians enjoy walking their dogs, playing ball and picnicking in the 50-acre park. Our walk will pass the Soldiers and Sailors Monument where 37,000 American flags are displayed over Memorial Day weekend, the future site of the "Embrace", an enormous monument honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, who attended Boston University, and the massive Brewer Fountain designed for the Paris World's Fair of 1855.

Beacon Hill

From the edge of the Public Garden, we'll get a look at Beacon Hill (without any hill climbing) and learn about the originator of the Federal style of architecture for which this neighborhood is famous. The father of American architecture, Charles Bulfinch created the style of these stately homes. In addition, he designed the Massachusetts State House and completed the United States Capitol after impressing President Monroe on a visit to Boston.

Massachusetts State House

From the Brewer Fountain, we have a spectacular view of the Massachusetts State House. Again, without requiring any additional walking or change in elevation, we learn about the history of the State House, which has served as the seat of government for 225 years.

Park Street Church

Once the site of a rat-infested grain building, stands the Park Street Church. Build between 1804 and 1810, the church was on "Brimstone Corner", partly for the fiery sermons -- and for what was stored in the crypt during the War of 1812! Boston has a rich history of abolitionists beginning as early as 1829 at this very church and continuing up to the Civil War. We will explore this church's rich history from the 1800's that continues today as an active congregation.

Granary Burying Ground

Some of the most famous Revolutionaries are laid to rest in the Granary. Without taking the steps into the burying ground, guests will meet and learn about James Otis, John Hancock, Paul Revere and the "Father of the American Revolution", Samuel Adams.

King's Chapel

How did a peaceful colony decide to revolt against the most powerful military in the world? The clue may be right here. The Puritans wanted religious independence, but shortly after settling in their new land, the Anglican Church was forced upon them! King's Chapel became the first affront to the Puritan's happy way of life. We'll talk about how the church came to be situated on this land -- and why it was never actually completed!

Old City Hall

If "Old City Hall" looks like it belongs in Paris, that's intentional. The Second Empire French architecture is a nod to American's love of all things French. The building is a one-of-a kind in the city and served as City Hall from 1865 until 1969. In the courtyard are statues of Benjamin Franklin and Josiah Quincy III, the later most famous for building "Quincy's Market". And the donkey... is it a symbol of our decidedly Democratic leaning? You'll find out!

Old South Meeting House

It's the Puritan house of worship and the largest meeting hall in the city. Built in 1729 it was where Puritan and Revolutionaries both gathered, and for a time was even used as an indoor riding ring by disrespectful British occupiers. But, it's most famous moment was as the starting point for the splash heard around the world when chests of tea were dumped into Boston Harbor.

Old State House

Build by the British in 1713, this is one of the oldest public buildings in the country. From the balcony, the Royal Governor would read decrees from Parliament. It is also where Parliamentary laws were challenged for the first time in 1761, and in a moment of wild celebration (and just a little destruction!) the site where the Declaration of Independence was read to a riotous crowd of new American citizens!

Boston Massacre Site

Was it a "Boston Massacre", or the "Incident on King Street"? One of the most enduring tall tales of British tyranny gets a fresh and honest look at the events that led to the deaths of five colonists. We'll uncover the truth about the confrontation that took place in front of the State House in 1770 and hardened Colonists against British rule.

Boston City Hall

What is Brutalist architecture and what do you think about it? Our current City Hall is a departure from virtually every building in the City. Driven by our desire to escape from uninspiring glass and steel skyscrapers, Boston City Hall is the result of a competition to redefine the city. Do you like it? Love it? Hate it? Everyone has an opinion.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

From the comfort of City Hall Plaza we see the "Cradle of Liberty", Faneuil Hall, the Samuel Adams statue and Quincy Market. From here, we recap the battles of Lexington and Concord and the Battle of Bunker Hill and how a young soldier gave General Washington his first victory of the Revolution.

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