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Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay

Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay

Overview

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Boston on this 2-hr Guided Walking Tour of the Downtown Freedom Trail between Faneuil Hall and Boston Common and then travel to Copley Square in Back Bay via Beacon Hill. The Downtown Boston portion of the popular Freedom Trail features many of the locations of historical significance to the United States including the Old State House, Old Granary Burial Ground, and the site of the Boston Massacre. We will then see where the Boston aristocracy lives on Beacon Hill on our way to the Boston Public Garden and see the Victorian brownstones in historic Back Bay. See the famous Cheers restaurant, Newbury Street and Commonwealth Avenue on our way to the Boston Marathon Finish Line. Other top highlights include: Old & New State Houses, Boston Massacre Site, Old & New City Halls, Old South Meeting House, King's Chapel, Park Street Church, Beacon Hill, Boston Public Garden, Swan Boats, Boston Public Library, Trinity Church.

City: Boston

Thu 26 Sep

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Starting at $45.00

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Thu 26 Sep

Starting at $45.00

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What's Included

See Victorian Brownstones throughout the Back Bay neighborhood

Stroll through the Boston Public Garden and view the Swan Boats

Professional/Local Guide

2-Hour Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail in Downtown Boston

See popular sites between Faneuil Hall and Copley Square including Old State House & Quincy Market

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (345)

Chad_J

May 2021

The Walking Tour of The Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square and Back Back was well worth the time and money. I highly recommend this tour to get an overall great take of Boston and the rich history of where the United States all began just before the Revolutionary War. The tour begins at the intersection of State and Congress just across from the Royal Governor's building making it the oldest public building in the United States. My tour guide was Allen. Allen was born and raised in Boston and he had a vast knowledge of the city, the architecture and the rich history of Boston. Along the journey, the most memorable and most surprising part of the walking tour happened at Granary Burial Ground where Allen showed us the grave of Mother Goose. I had no idea that Mary Goose was buried in Boston, let alone, the same graveyard as Paul Revere. As we made our way along the Freedom Trail, we came to the Boston Commons and Public Gardens. Allen explained how the top of Beacon Hill was taken off and used to expand the size of the city as well as the Back Bay and how the streets were sold off to self-fund the development project. It was really great to hear how the Back Bay came to exist and to see all of the beautiful townhomes none of which I could afford. As the tour was wrapping up, we came to the ending point of where the Boston Marathon ends and we learned about the tragic event that unfolded 8 years prior and saw the memorial of the bombing of the marathon. Allen was also able to recommend some great places to shop and to eat as well. Thanks for recommending the Atlantic Fresh Catch Restaurant.

Response from Host

May 2021

Thanks so much for the detailed review... and, of course, your positive response. Glad you enjoyed Atlantic Fish Company as well. Alan

Frenchie01

May 2021

I booked this tour with 13 year old son and 11 year daughter. Because of Covid, my daughter’s 5th grade Freedom Trail trip became virtual. She loved it! My son had done something similar 2 years ago with his school, but felt our guide was much better. We were very happy with our experience.

Response from Host

May 2021

Kids can be great judges. Thanks for sharing.

Adele_D

May 2021

Elliot was a great tour guide. Enjoyed all the interesting facts. Took a lot of pictures. Loved it!!!!

Response from Host

May 2021

Glad you enjoyed it!