Stop At: Greenway Carousel, The Tiffany & Co. Foundation Grove, Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston, Massachusetts
Your North End experience begins at the lifeblood of Boston, the Boston Harbor. Walk through a scenic waterfront park, with views of the harbor, East Boston and the historic wharfs lining Atlantic Ave. We’ll make our way to the heart of the North End, with views of some of the most historic sites and properties in the neighborhood, some dating back to the late 1600s and early 1700s.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq, Quincy Market, Boston, Massachusetts 02109
At Faneuil Hall. Here you’ll hear about the notable revolutionaries who were the first to advocate for independence from Great Britain.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Rose Kennedy Greenway, JFK Surface Road, Boston, Massachusetts 02111
We will pass by the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, a linear park located in several Downtown Boston neighborhoods. It consists of landscaped gardens, promenades, plazas, fountains, art, and specialty lighting systems.
Stop At: North End, Boston, Massachusetts 02109
Delicious food is never far away in the North End. Your guide will introduce you to a small, hidden Italian bakery serving up fresh bread daily. Break bread with your fellow travelers and let the carbs give you the energy to continue your adventure! A proper Italian salumeria is next, and you’ll have a chance to enjoy Italian meats and cheeses at their finest and freshest. Next up, we’ll take in the energy of the North End’s busiest corridor, Hanover Street, where it’s time for a mid-tour break with your guide at a traditional Italian café. Here, if you like, you can purchase and enjoy your choice of a classic cappuccino, espresso or tea or just take a minute off your feet.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Pass By: Paul Revere Mall, Bordered by Tileston, Hanover, and Unity Sts., Boston, Massachusetts
We will pass by the equestrian statue of Paul Revere.
Stop At: Old North Church & Historic Site, 193 Salem St, Boston, Massachusetts 02113
As you let the caffeine kick in, your guide goes back in time into North End history. Hear stories about some of the most influential events that happened in Boston, including Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride. We make our way to the Old North Church, where we may get to step inside the hallowed walls.
Duration: 15 minutes