Tour of The Freedom Trail

Overview

The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see Boston. You will meet your costumed guide in the Boston Common and hear about Boston's inspiring history. Following the freedom trail past several historic sites guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail for approximately 1.2 miles from the Boston Common to Faneuil Hall.

City: Boston

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $26.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $26.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

The Histrionic Academy

Meet your colonial costumed historical interpreter 15 minutes early. Tours leave exactly at their advertised time, so late arrivals cannot be accepted.

Boston Common

Oldest Public Park in America.

Massachusetts State House

Current Massachusetts State House

Park Street Church

Church where "My Country 'Tis of Thee" was first performed.

Granary Burying Ground

Hear the inspiring and important stories of Americas Founding Fathers at their final resting place.

King's Chapel

America's first Anglican Church

King's Chapel Burying Ground

Boston's oldest English burial ground

Boston Latin School

America's first public school.

Statue of Benjamin Franklin

Learn about our founding father, and the Boston Latin School's most famous alumnus, Benjamin Franklin.

Old Corner Bookstore

America's oldest commercial building . "Midnight Ride of Paul Revere" was published here.

Old South Meeting House

Hear about the Boston Tea Party, where it happened!

Old State House

The oldest standing Government Building in Boston.

Boston Massacre Site

Hear about the massacre and protest that became a battle cry throughout the American Revolutionary War.

Statue of Samuel Adams

Hear the tale of Sam Adams

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

The most iconic historical attraction in Boston.

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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 (431)

Lindsey O

Mar 2017

My husband and I went to Boston since we both love history. Naturally we wanted to go on a Freedom Trail tour. Richard, our tour guide was awesome. He was so knowledgeable about everything, attentive to questions and went above and beyond. He was witty and made sure everyone was having a good time. I figured the tour would last an hour, 3 hours later we are still following Richard on his every word. So detailed with facts and a wonderful way to learn about the great city of Boston!

Frederick W

Feb 2017

Like a lot of other folks, we got our tickets through Groupon, and were pleasantly surprised by how much fun this tour was and how much we learned, even as lifelong Boston residents. The guide must give the same tour over and over again but he still manages to make it sound fresh, and his voice was loud enough to project to our entire group of about twenty people. There really isn't that much walking, but there's a fair bit of standing so wearing comfortable shoes (not flipflops, please!) is a good idea.

Tigerman777

Feb 2017

I got a great deal with a Groupon coupon to take the Freedom Trail through the Histrionic Academy and it was a GREAT choice!!! our tour guide was the most mature in the age department of all the guides that works for the Academy. He was very very good at explaining the history of how North America came into existence and the struggles to break from British rule, of course resulting in the Revolutionary War. I found it particularly interesting to visit the Granary Burying Ground, established in 1660, located on Tremont street, where Paul Revere, James Otis, three signers (out of 56 ) of the Declaration of Independence :Samuel Adams, John Hancock and Robert Treat Paine, as well as the the five victims of the Boston Massacre were buried. Something else that was very interesting on the trail was why and how the Boston Tea Party occurred. Our last stop was the historic Faneuil Hall, which is interesting as well. It was the meeting place to discuss the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, the "tea crisis" and other grievances against Britain. The area, as is today, was an area for merchants to sell goods as well. They sold fish, meats and produce too. Overall, this was a very worthwhile tour. There are a couple of things to keep in mind: 1). It may be a good idea to go early. I was there right at opening time and it was already busy in mid October. 2). If you get the same guide I had, be prepared for an over enthusiastic, to the point of being overbearing, which to some people (especially children) might be a bit scary. He was very very good at explaining things and quite friendly though. Just make sure to go and experience the Freedom Trail with Histrionic Academy and you'll be a smarter, better informed person of U.S. history!!!