Boston Trip Overview
Few cities in America can match the rich history of Boston, but there is so much more to this incredible seaside town. Our Highlights of the Freedom Trail Tour leads you through several different neighborhoods, with each one showing how Boston has grown from a quiet colonial settlement into a thriving metropolis. From the historic Faneuil Hall, stroll down the bustling streets of the modern downtown district, pass the glittering dome of the Massachusetts State House, and enjoy the picturesque Boston Public Garden. Along the way, you’ll have your eyes opened to how the Boston of yesterday has shaped and influenced the Boston of today. With your guide showing off a few local-favorite hidden gems included along the way – this is much more than your standard history tour!
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Duration: 2 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
Few cities in America can match the rich history of Boston, but there is so much more to this incredible seaside town. Our Highlights of the Freedom Trail Tour leads you through several different neighborhoods, with each one showing how Boston has grown from a quiet colonial settlement into a thriving metropolis. From the historic Faneuil Hall, stroll down the bustling streets of the modern downtown district, pass the glittering dome of the Massachusetts State House, and enjoy the picturesque Boston Public Garden. Along the way, you’ll have your eyes opened to how the Boston of yesterday has shaped and influenced the Boston of today. With your guide showing off a few local-favorite hidden gems included along the way – this is much more than your standard history tour!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq Quincy Market, Boston, MA 02109-1604
Your tour begins at Faneuil Hall. This destination is a lively market and is located close to the waterfront. It has been a place where many notable Americans advocated for independence from Great Britain.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Custom House Tower by Marriott Vacation Club, 3 McKinley Square, Boston, MA 02109, USA
From Faneuil Hall, you’ll be able to see Custom House Tower, the first skyscraper built in the city of Boston and originally the location where incoming goods were stored upon arrival to Boston.
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, and Longfellow – you may have heard of his famous tale: 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 cemetery 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: 20 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: 20 minutes
