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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)

Lindabeezie

Jul 2022

We would HIGHLY recommend this trip for a few reasons: 1. They limit the group size, which may not seem consequential, but it IS. Having a small group allows everyone to hear the guide, and ask questions and stay together while walking through the busy streets of Boston. Even though it's slightly more expensive than an unlimited outing, do it! 2. Our guide was A-MA-ZING! Her name is Sarah and she was a History major - and you can TELL. She really knew her stuff and made the tour very interactive. She said she hadn't been doing this kind of work for very long, but she SEEMED like a seasoned pro! 3. You simply can't learn all of this great information from touring these sites by yourself. It's not possible. Sarah taught us about some inaccuracies that our History classes don't tell us. And it was SUPER interesting. I loved it! I wish we could borrow Sarah and take her with us to other cities we plan to visit! ;) So, do yourself a favor and go on this tour. We did it on a Sunday morning and that seemed like a good timeslot - it wasn't too hot yet and the city was pretty chill. I don't know what a workday would be like, but probably pretty crowded on the streets. Thanks to the tour operator - and SARAH, of course - for a great experience!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

This is high praise, indeed! We couldn't help smiling while reading your incredible testimonial, Linda; this is the sort of amazing feedback that makes tour guiding so rewarding. Sarah is a passionate student of history, local museum docent, and—as you experienced—the consummate professional tour guide. Informed, engaging, and eager to share her town with guests! We are so lucky as a local operator to have guides as phenomenal as Sarah on our small team, because the guide is always what makes the tour! Thank you, sincerely, for recommending Hub Town Tours as a 5-star experience—we'll make sure to congratulate Sarah on a job well done!

Chauncey_R

Jul 2022

Sarah, our tour guide, was fantastic! Extremely knowledgeable, very friendly and conducted the tour at the perfect pace! Excellent experience and highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

We appreciate your glowing recommendation, Chauncey! It's wonderful hearing how much you enjoyed Sarah's tour—she really knows her history, as well as how to present everything in an engaging manner. Thanks for supporting our small business along the Freedom Trail!

Emily_A

Jul 2022

Sarah was an excellent guide and historical story teller. We found the tour very interesting and fun.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you kindly, Emily! We'll be sure to share your excellent feedback with Sarah. Take care!