Top Activities and Tours in Boston
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🎯 Activities and Tours in Boston
- Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour — Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill
- Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise — Water is no barrier for a duck, why should it be for you? A Boston Duck Tour is a wonderful way to get a great look at Boston on land and water. See all the major landmarks and hear the history of the city as you tour Boston in a renovated World War II amphibious vehicle.
- Self Guided Classic Freedom Trail Location Aware (GPS) Walking Audio Tour — Discover Boston's Revolutionary history on this Classic Freedom Trail Walking Tour including Historic Downtown Boston, the North End and Charlestown. -Go anytime, at your own pace and your schedule. -Navigated by the WalknTours app. -Tour never expires - take it anytime, as man
- Boston Pass: 40+ Things To Do - Includes Franklin Park Zoo — Go City's All-Inclusive Pass is the best Boston pass if you're looking for an easy-to-use, flexible way to explore the city whilst also saving money. Your digital pass gets you unlimited entry to top attractions, famous museums and cultural experiences over 1 to 7 days. Sync yo
- Boston Revolutionary Walking Tour + Private Harbor Cruise — Explore Boston’s Revolutionary sites on an epic land and sea tour! Walk along the Freedom Trail sites that tell the story of events leading up to the start of the American Revolution. See the Boston Massacre Site, Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, Blackstone Block, and Paul Revere's H
- Beacon Hill + Back Bay Walking Tour: History + Fun Photo Tips — Explore three of Boston’s most scenic attractions on a small-group walking tour in just two hours. A longtime local guide shares insightful historical commentary and fun photo tips to help you capture memorable pictures along the way. Discover the history behind Back Bay’s iconi
- Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops — The Boston Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour - named one of the best hop-on, hop-off tours in the world by Forbes - is the easiest way to get around town and explore the rich history of Boston! Take advantage of discounted admission at area attractions, see the city at your own pace w
- Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide — The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see and learn about Boston's inspiring history. Following the Freedom Trail past several historic sites, guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New
- Boston 250 Pass: One Ticket to Five Historic Museums — As the United States marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence in 1776, five Boston landmarks have joined to create the BOSTON 250 PASS, providing access to five iconic museums and historic churches on a single ticket! This special offer grants discounted adult admis
- Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide — Walk the historic Freedom Trail with us and see 11 of 16 sights, the perfect length to keep you absorbed and entertained while learning at the same time. Follow along with us and enjoy the stroll without worrying about directions or getting lost on your own. It’s great for famili
- Boston Hop-On Hop-Off All Day Sightseeing Tour — Experience Boston like never before with Boston Sightseeing, where our double-decker open-top buses offer unparalleled views above the bustling streets. We're dedicated to delivering top-tier tour services, ensuring you see the city in style and comfort. Explore Boston at your o
- Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2, 3, 4 or 5 Attractions — Enjoy discounts up to 50%* off regular admission prices with the Boston Explorer Pass. This multi-attraction pass, valid for 30 days after your first use, provides admission to your choice of two, three, four or five attractions at one price. Choose from dozens of top attractions
- Boston Walking Tour of The Freedom Trail, Small Group — Join Captain Pickles, as he takes you back in time, through the American Revolution in Boston. Take notes and ask questions on this easy stroll, as he restores lost narratives in history, about how we became American in the first place. These tours are a movement to restore th
- Ghosts of Boston Night-Time Walking Tour — Ready to meet the spirits that shaped a nation? The Ghosts of Boston Tour is your ticket to a thrilling journey through haunted history—where Patriots and phantoms go hand-in-hand. We’ll wander past eerie cemeteries, haunted homes, and Revolutionary landmarks where the ghosts of
- City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise — See the sights. Experience the history. Boston's inner and outer harbors are awash in legend and lore, not to mention beauty. On this fully narrated 60-minute Historic Sightseeing Cruise of Boston Harbor, we’ll regale you with hero tales of the Revolutionary War, local legends of
- Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour — See THREE AREAS on our Walking Tour: The Freedom Trail Downtown, Beacon Hill and Back Bay! No Costumes! No Huge Groups! Enjoy Boston's history, vibrant atmosphere and wonderful architecture on this 2-hr Guided Walking Tour of the Downtown Freedom Trail between Faneuil Hall and
- Boston Architecture + History Walking Tour + Fun Photo Tips — Explore Boston’s top 3 attractions on a small-group walking tour in just two hours. A longtime local guide shares insightful historical commentary of the famous sites along the way as well as fun photo tips to help you capture memorable photos of your tour experience. Discover t
- Freedom Trail Experience — Let a costumed colonial dressed expert Guide show you Samuel Adams Boston, Sam Adams was a key figure in many of Boston's key Revolutionary events The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party and more... At The Tour of The Freedom Trail, our Mission is to provide family-friendly ex
- Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour — We are proud to offer Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard Day trip. Since 2011 we have been Boston's #1 day trip service to the island. Our professional guides, approved Boston Hotel pickups and newer air-conditioned mini-coaches will help provide you with the personalized passen
- Boston Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included — Raise a pint to the spirits of Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington as you relive almost 400 years of Tavern History in Boston. This fun & informative 3.5-hour Walking Tour (approx 2.5 miles) also includes a Ferry Ride across scenic Boston Harbor! See and Learn the his
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