Freedom Trail: Small Group Tour of Revolutionary Boston (2.5 Hours) in Boston booking from $39.00

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! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, 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 24 May

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What's Included

2.5-Hour Boston Freedom Trail History Walking Tour

Walk along the Freedom Trail and see all 16 landmarks

Explore Downtown Boston and North End neighborhoods

Small-Group for a more personalized experience (16 guests max)

Get insight into the years 1760 to 1776, the tumultuous years leading into the American Revolution

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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods

What To Expect

Boston Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Meet your guide at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in the center of Boston Common, steps from the Boston Common Visitors Center and the Freedom Trail.

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 (1000)

Bernie_O

Sep 2024

Matthew was outstanding. Incredible knowledge. Sorted truth from myth. Wonderful inspire. Good timing

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you for the 5-star review, Bernie, and glad you had a wonderful time! Matthew knows so much about Boston history, both the facts and the legends, and he can make both clear and interesting.

boltdoc

Sep 2024

Carolyn Mikowski was our tour guide and was a penultimate expert guide. The day was overcast and occasionally drizzling rain and she made sure to have us under trees, awnings etc. if it was necessary. There was not enough rain to spoil the trip, though. I am a history buff but learned a lot of information about the birthplace of the nation during this tour. Carol was a fount of knowledge (she has advanced degrees in and continues studies/research in history, etc.) and could answer everyone's questions and even amplify on the information with additional collateral information. The walk was at a pleasant rate and she provided time for us to catch our breath, if we needed to. She provided detailed information during entire tour. Sometimes, it was difficult to hear her as our group, while not large, was confined to narrow sidewalks that often constrained us to single file or 2 abreast. This was incredibly interesting, informative and a tremendous use of vacation time. I would gladly use this guide and this service for future trips to Boston. 5 star rating for sure!!!

Response from Host

Sep 2024

We really appreciate the amazing review! Happy to hear that Carolyn was able to provide some distraction from the drizzly weather. Carolyn is a local historian and archaeologist, she brings an immense amount of knowledge to our small team and we are delighted to have her. Thank you again.

Tamra_S

Sep 2024

Great tour guide. Wonderful walk. Enjoyed every stop on the walking tour. So many facts we were unaware of.

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you very much for the five-star review! Our guides love to add layers to the basic schoolbook stories because we find it so fascinating. Glad every stop was a good one!

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

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