Pass By: Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts
Built on reclaimed land originally part of the Charles River basin, this neighborhood is known for its luxury shopping, historic landmarks like Boston Public Library, and some of the city’s best preserved Victorian architecture.
Pass By: Copley Square, 560 Boylston St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116
This public square in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood is ringed by several notable landmarks, including Boston Public Library, Trinity Church, and the tallest building in Boston, the John Hancock Tower.
Pass By: 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: Boston Public Garden, 4 Charles St, Boston, Massachusetts 02114
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.
Pass By: Charles River Esplanade, Storrow Drive, Boston, Massachusetts 02114
Following the Charles River along the banks of the Back Bay neighborhood, this esplanade attracts all sorts of recreation and leisure activities, including performances at Hatch Memorial Shell.
Pass By: Boston Common, 139 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02111
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.
Stop At: Granary Burying Ground, Tremont Street, (between Park and School Sreets), Boston, Massachusetts 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
Pass By: North End, Boston, Massachusetts
The neighborhood of Boston’s North End is not only known for its historic buildings – including Paul Revere’s home and Old North Church – but also its excellent Italian eateries and local cafes carrying locally roasted Beantown coffee.
Pass By: Old North Church & Historic Site, 193 Salem St, Boston, Massachusetts 02113
Built in 1723 and the oldest standing church building in Boston, Old North Church, a stop on your Freedom Trail tour segment, played an important role in the city’s colonial days leading up to the American Revolution.
Pass By: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq, Quincy Market, Boston, Massachusetts 02109
Originally built as a public market house and assembly room, this landmark has more recently served as a site of significant speeches and houses unique shops, chain stores, food stands, and more.
Pass By: Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116
This gorgeous landmark was established in 1852 as the first free library in America and its vast collection of millions of books, artifacts, and more make it the third-largest public library in the United States.
Pass By: Freedom Trail, 139 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02111
You’ll be discovering the history of the United States at several locations along this famous trail in Boston with a knowledgeable local guide to bring history to life!
Pass By: Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02108
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!
Pass By: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St, Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts 02133
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.
Pass By: Old Corner Bookstore, 283 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02108
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.
Pass By: Old State House, 206 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02109
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.
Pass By: Newbury Street, Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts 02105
On this Boston history and culture tour, there’s something for everyone on this mile-long street lined with eclectic shops and restaurants as well as beautiful brownstone homes built in America’s Victorian era.
