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Freedom Trail: Small Group Tour of Revolutionary Boston (2.5 Hours)

Freedom Trail: Small Group Tour of Revolutionary Boston (2.5 Hours)

Overview

Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! This 2.5-hour tour travels the trail from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace, providing guests a chance to see ALL SIXTEEN official landmarks on the Freedom Trail.

Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1776, the tumultuous years leading into the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country.

With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.

City: Boston

Tue 01 Oct

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Starting at $30.00

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Tue 01 Oct

Starting at $30.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Small Groups (16 guests max)

Primary Sources / Visual Aids

Freedom Trail (All 16 landmarks)

Guided by Local Historian

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Hub Town Tours prioritizes guest safety! All tours are entirely outdoors, in well-ventilated spaces. To ensure proper social distancing, our maximum group size is sixteen [16] guests per tour.

What To Expect

Massachusetts State House

Massachusetts state capitol and "Hub of the Solar System" (1798)

Boston Common

Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634)

Park Street Church

Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809)

Granary Burying Ground

Boston's third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660)

King's Chapel

First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754)

King's Chapel Burying Ground

Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630)

Statue of Benjamin Franklin

Site of oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635)

Old City Hall

Center of Boston politics for more than a century (1865)

Old Corner Bookstore

Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718)

Old South Meeting House

Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of Boston Tea Party (1773)

Old State House

Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713)

Boston Massacre Site

Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770)

Statue of Samuel Adams

Renowned political leader of Boston's Sons of Liberty

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Hosted Boston's town meeting and known today as "The Cradle of Liberty" (1742)

North Square Park

Historic public square in heart of Boston's North End (1634)

The Paul Revere House

Home of Paul Revere and oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680)

Paul Revere Statue

Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775)

Old North Church & Historic Site

Boston's oldest church held signal lanterns during Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723)

Copp's Hill Burying Ground

Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659)

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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 (847)

kimbK807WM

Jul 2022

Our guide (Matthew) did such an outstanding job presenting the information he had to share. We could tell he loves history and puts the work in to know his facts. Even though the weather was unbearably hot we had a wonderful time and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Thanks, Matthew!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

No question, it's been a "scorchah" here in Boston this summer! Matthew is a veteran guide along the Freedom Trail, however, and he knows not only the historical facts, but how to keep folks cool and comfortable, too. It's great to receive such amazing feedback, Kim—we will let Matthew know how much you loved the tour!

Annette_S

Jul 2022

This was an absolute most-do experience while you're in Boston. My husband and I took this tour and our guide, Darcy, was fabulous! Unfortunately we went on probaly the hotest day of the year at 98 degrees in the shade. She had walked the tour prior that morning to ensure we were in the shade as much as possible, and we greatly appreciated it! She had so many interesting facts and stories to share!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

It's been a hot summer in town, so thank you for braving the heat to join Darcy on the Freedom Trail, Annette! She knows all the guide tricks and shady spots to keep things as comfortable as possible. We sincerely appreciate you rating Darcy's tour a "must-do experience" in Boston—there is no higher praise for a small business like ours!

cjjmd

Jul 2022

It was a hot July afternoon and we walked about 2miles. Ted, our guide, made a lot of stops in shaded areas, some where we could sit down. We learned so much about the events leading up to the Revolution! I’ve walked the Freedom Trail in the past, but it was so much more interesting to have a knowledgeable guide! The size of the group was just right- we saw some bigger groups and we were glad we took this tour!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

As the Freedom Trail balloons in popularity, small groups become more and more essential! We're proud to keep every group small—never more than 16 guests—which means we're able to share primary visuals, avoid microphones, and leave time/space for questions. Of course, tours are only worthwhile if you can see and hear the guide! Thanks for choosing Hub Town Tours.