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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

Sat 28 Sep

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Starting at $30.00

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Sat 28 Sep

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)

G891JRmeganb

Jun 2022

Drew was an amazing guide for our freedom trail tour. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Boston and made it entertaining for the whole tour. He made sure that wherever we stopped for him to talk during the trip that we could stand in the sun or the shade to make everyone comfortable.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Boston is such a walkable city, but shade and quiet are definitely at a premium within downtown! Drew has conducted tours on the Freedom Trail for years now, so he knows both the history and all the best places to stop. Thank you for choosing our small business for your Boston tour—we love hearing that it was a 5-star experience!

Ignacio_G

Jun 2022

Had a wonderful time on this 2 hour walk through the freedom trail. Darcy was amazing!! She was incredibly knowledgeable and had a clear strategy on how to get us through the congested areas without unnecessary delays. She kept the tour moving very well while also sharing insight into all of the areas of interest. There were about 4 stops along the way were you get to sit while the guide shares history of the area, which is helpful for those that need a rest along the walk. Would recommend for those that want to learn all about the freedom trail in a relative short walk and time.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Darcy is a local history teacher and former professor, and we're very lucky to have her impressive historical talents on our team! Every tour is only as good as its guide, and Darcy knows how to keep folks comfortable and engaged on tour. Thank you for writing this fantastic review, Ignacio, and supporting our small business!

Jami H

Jun 2022

First time visit to Boston, so we wanted to get a general overview of the city and historic sites and this was perfect for what we were looking for. Drew did a terrific job on our tour. He was very knowledgeable and went from place to place seamlessly. He easily kept our group together on the busy sidewalks and gave us information in a lively and interesting way. I’m not a history buff, so I appreciated that he placed everything in context for us. I would highly recommend?

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you for choosing Hub Town Tours during your visit to Boston, Jami! The Freedom Trail is essential sightseeing in our small town, and there's no better way to do it than with an experienced guide like Drew, who's been working along the trail for years. We really appreciate you sharing this complimentary review for Drew's tour. Come back soon!