Boston Trip Overview
Who wants Revolution and a tasty treat? How about talking Paul Revere with a savory snack? History and food are both great, but combining them takes it to another level. See for yourself on our food and Freedom Trail tour, which leads you on a fascinating, entertaining, and delicious stroll through Beantown. Immerse yourself in the rich foodie culture of the North End and Boston’s markets before winding your way down the historic Boston Freedom Trail (as well as some off-trail spots that locals love). Along the way, enjoy a variety of local (and yummy!) food samples while your expert guide shows you their favorite local locales and gives you the inside scoop on Boston’s incredible past. It’s the best of Boston, all in one day!
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Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Boston, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Who wants Revolution and a tasty treat? How about talking Paul Revere with a savory snack? History and food are both great, but combining them takes it to another level. See for yourself on our food and Freedom Trail tour, which leads you on a fascinating, entertaining, and delicious stroll through Beantown. Immerse yourself in the rich foodie culture of the North End and Boston’s markets before winding your way down the historic Boston Freedom Trail (as well as some off-trail spots that locals love). Along the way, enjoy a variety of local (and yummy!) food samples while your expert guide shows you their favorite local locales and gives you the inside scoop on Boston’s incredible past. It’s the best of Boston, all in one day!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Statue of Samuel Adams, Congress Street Faneuil Hall, Boston, MA 02109
Your tour begins at the statue of Samuel Adams – one of Boston’s most iconic residents (and there’s plenty to choose from!). From here, you’ll venture into Boston’s markets and neighborhoods, sampling the best of Boston’s foodie fare and diving deep into the history that permeates through the city!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq Quincy Market, Boston, MA 02109-1604
Your first stop on the foodie half of your tour is at Faneuil Hall and its Marketplace. This destination is a lively market and town hall and is located close to the waterfront. This is where the cries for revolution from Great Britain first rang out.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Quincy Market, 4 S Market St, Boston, MA 02109-6201
This bustling food hall is popular with locals and visitors alike. Open for nearly 200 years, this market offers soaring architecture, delicious local bites, and plenty of colorful characters. You’ll definitely want to revisit this spot once your tour ends.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rose Kennedy Greenway, JFK Surface Road, Boston, MA 02111
Your tour will pass this picturesque park and you’ll see the unique memorials, fountains, parks, and art exhibits that reside here, along with skyline views.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: North End, North End, Boston, Massachusetts
Your guide will introduce you to the vast choice of different drinks and bites and you’ll get to experience them yourself! From breads to cheeses to pizza, it’s got it all – so arrive hungry! As you’re munching, our guide will teach you all about the history of the North End – one of Boston’s most iconic and popular neighborhoods.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Paul Revere Mall, Bordered by Tileston Hanover, and Unity Sts., Boston, MA
Enjoy a stroll down this tree-lined promenade and snap a picture of the man himself atop his horse, as your guide tells the immortalized tale of Paul and his Midnight Ride.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Old North Church & Historic Site, 193 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-1123
Along the tour, you’ll get a view of the steeple of the Old North Church from a distance (one of Boston’s Must See spots). We’d highly recommend a visit after your tour – it’s where lanterns were hung on the eve of the American Revolution.
Stop At: Old State House, 206 Washington St, Boston, MA 02109-1702
Moving into the heart of Downtown Boston, we stop in front of the Old State House and site of the Boston Massacre. The Old State House is one of the most iconic buildings in Boston – a Must See – and is also one of the oldest public buildings in the country. Our guide will educate you on its rich history and why it is so important today.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108-4616
You can’t come to Boston and not mention the Boston Tea Party. This location, in-fact, a church is where it all began – one night in 1773, when it was the largest building in the city!
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Old Corner Bookstore, 283 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108-4304
Next we’ll pass by the site of the first bookstore in Boston, which has housed the publishers of Thoreau’s Walden, Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, and Longfellow – you may have heard of his famous tale: The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere.
Stop At: Old City Hall, 45 School St, Boston, MA 02108-3206
This hall was home to the city council in the 19th and 20th century, as well as the site of the first public school in America. You’ll also marvel at its breathtaking French architecture and be able to snap a photo with the famed Bronze Donkey.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Granary Burying Ground, Tremont Street (between Park and School Sreets), Boston, MA 02108
Originally part of Boston Common, this burial ground dates back to 1660. Along the way, you’ll pass by the final resting spot of famous Revolutionary heroes like John Hancock, Paul Revere, and Sam Adams.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Boston Common, 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111-1318
The oldest city park in the United States, Boston Common (not Commons) is a favorite with locals and visitors alike. Walking through the park, you’ll see various memorials, fountains, and recreation areas – which have been enjoyed daily since 1634.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Beacon Hill, Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts
One of the most popular and well-known neighborhoods in all of Boston, this area is home to the glorious red-brick roads that illustrate the vast history of Boston. Our guide will talk about the development of this area whilst you take in its unique beauty.
Pass By: Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial, Corner of Beacon Street & Park Street, Boston, MA 02108
A lesser-known memorial, but one of great interest and significance. This memorial commemorates one of the first African American regiments in the Civil War and their colonel Robert Gould Shaw.
Stop At: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02133-1099
You’ll love seeing the glittering dome of the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. From the outside, take in the views of modern Boston, including the skyscrapers of Downtown, the Financial District, and the tallest building in New England: The John Hancock Tower.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Boston Public Garden, 4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-4602
This garden is full of life with residents of Boston enjoying it for walks, exercise, fun, or just a peaceful moment. Your tour will end here – in the perfect central location for you to continue your day in Boston.
Duration: 15 minutes
