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Get to know about Boston’s haunted past and explore at your own pace on this self-guided walking tour. Use the app on your phone and your headphones to learn about Boston’s historical ghost stories and visit a variety of sites whenever you choose to go. Spend more time at places that are interesting for you.

Visit the real locations where the American Revolution began. Stand on Lexington Battle Green and listen to stories about the very first days of the war and the "shot heard around the world". Walk the Battle Road Trail, stage of multiple skirmishes between the Minutemen and the Redcoats and other "treasonous" events. Visit Concord's Old North Bridge, where the Minutemen routed the Redcoats on their march back to Boston! Return to Boston to visit important sights along the Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, USS Constitution (aka Old Ironside), the Bunker Hill Monument - home to the phrase "don't fire until you see the white's of their eyes", and more!

Enjoy the beauty of New England’s coastal towns on a private day trip from Boston, driving along the North Shore to Cape Ann, including Manchester-by-the-Sea, Gloucester, Salem and Rockport. Spend a day immersing yourself along Massachusetts’s coastline marked with idyllic towns and dotted with lighthouses.

Spend a day tracing America's Revolutionary story in Boston, Lexington and Concord without the inconveniences of self-driving, buses and crowds on this private minivan tour. Sit back and view the sights as your driver-guide recounts facts and snippets you may not hear otherwise. Highlights include Boston's Paul Revere's House and Tea Party ships, plus Lexington's landmarks and Concord's gems, including the home of 19th-century 'Little Women' author, Louisa May Alcott.

Discover the Concord of writers including Thoreau, Emerson, Hawthorne, and Alcott on a private tour focused on literary history. From Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House to Walden Pond, you’ll find the real-world places behind stories you love. Offering the option to meet your guide in Concord or at a central location in Boston, this tour can adapt to your schedule and preferences, without the fixed itinerary of a group excursion.

This private car tour is comprehensive enough for any history buff, but as interesting in other ways for non history nerds. It's a unique combination of the Revolutionary War sites in Boston and Cambridge that you won't have seen. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant, and lesser known sites along the way giving a detailed account of events in April 1775. For those less interested in the details of the battles, there's the option to visit the home of Louisa May Alcott or just take some time to enjoy the pretty main street of Concord. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, but timings are flexible to let us spend time at the places you're most interested in. We'll also stop for lunch (not included in price of tour) and there's plenty of photo opportunities.

Take in 16 historic landmarks along Boston’s Freedom Trail on a self-guided tour that offers the flexibility to explore at your own pace. You can access turn-by-turn directions whenever you want, so you can start, pause, and restart the tour on your own schedule. As you follow the Freedom Trail, you’ll hear stories about local history, legendary Americans, and founding fathers and from a Boston insider.

History enthusiasts will love this private tour of American Revolution sights around Boston, Cambridge, Lexington, and Concord. See where the revolution began on a tour that will bring to life the places and characters you learned about in school. Save yourself the hassle of catching public transport or walking by touring with a private driver and car.

This is an action packed private day tour of the sites, history and events of the Revolutionary War era in Boston, Cambridge Lexington & Concord. We drive the Freedom Trail with stories of the city's 400 year history, the events, people and sites which led up to the war. In the oldest neighborhoods of the city, we'll give context to historic events like the Boston Tea Party, Boston Massacre and Battle of Bunker Hill. We'll take a quick walking tour of Harvard, explain the role it played in the start of the war and where George Washington himself spent time. A 10 mile drive gets us to Lexington Green where we take in the significance of the site and the story of what happened that night in April 1775. Next the picturesque town of Concord, to the Old North Bridge and how the second battle of the war took the British by surprise. Pick up and drop off in Downtown Boston, a stop for lunch along the way (not included in price of tour) and as light or heavy on history as you'd like.

Most ghost tours in a city start at night and go with a big crowd that can hold you back or move too fast. This private self-guided Boston ghost tour lets you explore at your own pace. Gain access to 60+ historic stories and narrations while you stop at popular Boston landmarks.

Get to know Boston through an interactive scavenger hunt game. Without the need of an internet connection, follow along with the game and try to solve each clue. As you play, learn about the history of the city and visit some of Boston’s most notable sites. Play at your own pace and in your own time.

Take a break from your Boston city break with this scenic private tour. There's lots of ocean views, rocky coastline, a bit of shopping and even some witch history. We keep this full day itinerary flexible to let you customize the tour but here's a feel for what we'll see. Pick up in Downtown Boston, taking the 60 minute highway drive to Manchester-by-the-Sea, where we pick up the scenic back roads. We'll take a picturesque country road to Gloucester, where we stop to walk along the waters edge to the Fisherman's memorial statue. We'll continue the scenic drive to Rockport, where there's a great collection of cute stores to browse and views to admire. Then drive to Salem, where we have time for a short walking tour around the main sites and historic spots. To finish out the day we'll squeeze in a few more ocean views on our drive back to Boston. We'll stop along the way for lunch (not included in price of tour).

Women make up half of this country, and yet are largely ignored when it comes to history books. This walking tour of historic Boston will tell you the stories of the incredible women who changed the course of Boston...and American history. From Puritan women who bravely stood up to the government, to the first female/Person of Color to be elected mayor of Boston, we will talk about the wild and wonderful women of Boston. The Women's History tour will be most entertaining for children over the age of 13, but children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are responsible for their own and their children's behavior and safety. This tour contains discussions of slavery and violence, so parental discretion is advised. Tours will run in light rain. We will cancel for unpleasant or unsafe weather conditions to ensure your safety and enjoyment of our tours. This tour requires at least three guests to operate.

Discover the highlights of several cities in the Northeast on this 4-day sightseeing tour by bus or minivan from Boston. Enjoy stops in New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Corning, Watkins Glen, and Niagara Falls. See and do what you want, with entrance tickets to different attractions and experiences optional. Includes transfers and accommodations.

Exploring the Freedom Trail with an expert guide unlocks the stories behind its historic sites, where you'll find revolutionary tales and colorful characters. Booking this half-day Freedom Trail walking tour ensures personalized service while touring top Freedom Trail landmarks within central Boston, from Copley Square to the Boston Harbor. It’s your tour, so you can stop to take photos and ask questions as often as you want.

Experience Ruckus!, a bold new immersive show at the Old South Meeting House that surrounds you with dynamic sound, lighting, and projected animations of fiery revolutionaries, determined citizens, and some unlikely troublemakers whose courage shook these walls and sparked the American Revolution. This 25-minute show is designed for visitors of all ages as the ultimate starting point for exploring Boston's history. Guests should arrive 15-20 minutes prior to the selected showtime. Your ticket also includes admission to both the Old South Meeting House and the Old State House, where you can stand in the rooms where history unfolded, explore fascinating exhibits and artifacts, and continue your journey through the story of America’s founding. One ticket unlocks three unforgettable experiences in the heart of historic Boston. Revolutionary Spaces is a nonprofit organization. Every ticket purchase supports the preservation of these iconic national historic landmarks!

Capture your Boston experience and explore the city with a private photoshoot. Choose the location in the city you prefer and see the area on foot with the photographer. Get your trip documented by the photographer and receive high-quality images for you to use as you wish after the tour.

Boston is steeped in history yet still exudes style that lends the city a contemporary feel. Discover the centuries-old landmarks set amongst the skyscrapers during this private, small-group guided tour. All admission tickets are included for attractions like the Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution. Join your guide for a narrated drive around the Freedom Trail followed by a narrated historical Boston boat ride. When you visit Harvard, be sure to rub the bronze statue’s foot for good luck!

Discover Boston's highlights on a full-day private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver and official tour guide. See top attractions like the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, and several famous universities, or customize the itinerary to your interests.

Get an in-depth experience of Boston’s Freedom Trail with ease on this private walking tour. In the company of your private guide, stroll the city and learn about its history. Walk the Freedom Trail and visit the sites along the way, including the Boston Public Market and the Paul Revere House.

Discover Boston’s revolutionary heritage and intellectual vitality with this self-guided audio tour, allowing you to explore America’s most historic city at your own pace. Walk the Freedom Trail’s red brick line past sixteen sites where the American Revolution took shape, from the Old North Church to the Boston Massacre site. Wander through Beacon Hill’s gas-lit streets and Federal townhouses, then cross the Public Garden’s swan boat lagoon to reach Back Bay’s elegant brownstones. Explore Harvard Yard in Cambridge, discover the Italian North End’s trattorias and pastry shops, and experience the passion of Red Sox Nation at Fenway Park. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts and its world-class collections, stroll the Charles River Esplanade, and explore the Seaport District’s waterfront dining scene. Savor clam chowder, lobster rolls, and the craft beer culture that has made Boston a culinary destination, all while uncovering the stories that shaped a nation in America’s most walkable city.

This full day private tour combines some of the best coastal views in the region with Pilgrim history. First stop focuses on the Presidential history of John Adams and then for something completely different we swing by the first Dunkin' Donuts (how's that for random). Then it's sit back and enjoy the views, through south of Boston towns Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Duxbury. There's some great photo opps along the shoreline that you won't be able to resist. Next onto Plymouth and it's Pilgrim history as well as it's own lovely ocean views. This is a break from your city break. We pick up and drop back to downtown Boston, will stop for lunch along the way (not included in price of tour) and will make sure you have a calm and relaxed day.

Step back in time on a private day trip from Boston to historic Salem, where colonial history, maritime heritage, and the legacy of the 1692 witch trials come together. Travel comfortably with your English-speaking Welcome Driver, who will share local stories and historical insights along the way. Visit the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, explore the Salem Historic District and Salem Witch Museum Area, then enjoy free time to browse shops and soak up the town's unique atmosphere. Continue to The House of the Seven Gables, followed by the Salem Maritime National Historic Site and Derby Wharf, where Salem's seafaring past comes to life. End your visit at Pickering Wharf, a charming waterfront area with harbor views, before relaxing on your return drive to Boston. Enjoy a flexible itinerary and the comfort of private transportation throughout the day.

Traverse your own 'Mini Boston Marathon' - warm up from the Common to Kenmore and then run the last mile of the marathon route across the finish line, all while learning the race’s rich history with a local Boston Marathoner. Learn how the Boston Marathon's revered path and elite status developed and the rich history of those who have graced these hallowed streets since the late 1800s. Discover the Boston Marathon's many historical 'firsts,' why Marathon Monday is the best day of the year (every year!), and how the strength of Boston held the community together in the wake of the 2013 marathon bombing. Run through the Boston Common & Garden, down tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue, to the iconic CITGO Sign - then turn around to follow the last mile of the Boston Marathon route home to the finish line! End in historic Copley Square at the Boston Marathon monument, all while uncovering famous, hidden, and iconic marathon stories along the way.