Top Boston Historical Tours

The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour

4.9

(7,802)

from $39

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Relive one of the most important events leading up to the American Revolution and learn about a side of the story most tourists miss on this guided tour of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. Explore authentically restored tea ships with the help of a guide as you get their insights into this pivotal event, and throw some of your own tea into Boston Harbor. It's an ideal experience for American history buffs, tourists, and locals alike.

(2,816)

from $59

Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

1 hourFree Cancellation

Explore the best of Boston at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass and see Boston’s top attractions, including the USS Constitution, the original bar from TV show “Cheers,” and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, to name a few. The pass includes discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to enjoy during or after the tour.

(2,898)

from $36

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(5,933)

from $51

80-Minutes NON-STOP Trolley of Historic Boston and Freedom Trail

Experience Boston’s history on a non-stop trolley tour that traces the city’s role in the American Revolution and early United States history. This guided overview provides context on key events, ideas, and figures that shaped the nation, while helping you understand how Boston’s neighborhoods and landmarks fit together. The format offers a time-efficient city introduction without the physical demands of a long walking tour.

80-Minutes NON-STOP Trolley of Historic Boston and Freedom Trail

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(407)

from $38

Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Discover the thrilling history of Boston on this immersive walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Hear tales of Redcoats, smugglers, riots, and midnight riders while reliving the American Revolution as you explore all 16 official sites of the trail. Learn about Boston’s leadership in abolition, women’s rights, education, and immigration over its 400-year history. Explore downtown Boston, hearing stories of legendary figures such as Paul Revere, John Hancock, and lesser-known pioneers and patriots.

Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Enjoy unparalleled views of the Boston Harbor from the water during this 90-minute sightseeing cruise. Set sail aboard a classic tall-ship schooner. Enjoy plenty of time to ask the captain and crew about local landmarks and Boston’s history. You'll also have plenty of time to relax. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available to purchase, including several beers brewed right in South Boston.

4.9

(1,698)

from $31

Classic Tall Ship Cruise in Boston Harbor

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Walk the Freedom Trail with a guide in historic costume on a tour from Boston Common to Faneuil Hall, a 1.2-mile route that covers important sites in the heart of Boston. This tour's shorter distance lets you follow in the footsteps of the founding fathers and American revolutionaries without making the more strenuous trek all the way across the Charles River, finishing in a spot that’s convenient to top Boston attractions.

(791)

from $40

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(2,760)

from $26

Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(9,982)

from $62

When tracing the roots of American independence, the city of Boston is one of the most important epicenters in the country’s history. The Freedom Trail runs through downtown to Charlestown, taking you on a literal walk through the events that inspired and instigated the American Revolution. Join a local guide for a tour of the entire 2.8 mile (4km) trail which includes visits to Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution so you can hear the full historical tale.

Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Bunker Hill and USS Constitution

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover a whole new side of baseball history with the help of a guide on this tour of Fenway Park, one of baseball’s most beloved stadiums. Revisit the careers of Red Sox greats like Ted Williams, Babe Ruth, and Carl Yastrzemski, celebrate the club’s numerous World Series titles, and tour famous stadium locales like the ‘Green Monster,’ ‘Pesky’s Pole,’ and the Fenway Park Living Museum. It’s ideal for baseball fans, be they locals or tourists.

(861)

from $79

Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

1 hourFree Cancellation

Spend a fascinating day diving deep into the history of Lexington and Concord, and learn all about the role this part of the world had to play in the American Revolution from a local history expert. You’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to see Harvard University, Lexington Battle Green, Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, and enjoy included admission to the Concord Museum with bottled water provided.

(3,307)

from $45

Lexington & Concord 250th Birthday Tour with Concord Museum Entry

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

(124)

from $159

See some of the top attractions in Boston from the waterfront on this narrated sightseeing cruise. Explore the world-famous Boston Harbor and see the city’s historic sites while listening to live commentary on board, from tales of the Revolutionary War to local legends. While you cruise, enjoy views of the city skyline as well as the Boston Harbor Islands, USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”), and the Bunker Hill Monument.

(191)

from $35

City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,514)

from $46

Boston Walking Tour of The Freedom Trail, Small Group

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(83)

from $25

Enjoy one of the simplest ways to discover Martha's Vineyard, and leave all the planning and logistics to someone else, on this hassle-free day trip from Boston. Following pickup directly from your centrally located hotel, take a short ferry ride to Martha's Vineyard. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore—or upgrade to add on an island tour that visits its highlights. Complimentary snacks, bottled water, and guidebooks are provided during the drive.

Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(3,292)

from $129

A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Boston's Iconic Food History Tour

Avoid tourist traps and eat like a local while you sample Boston’s most famous dishes on this small-group food tour along the Freedom Trail. Savor classics such as creamy New England clam chowder, a classic lobster roll, and Boston cream pie while learning the history behind these classics. Visit local eateries and landmarks and discover how the city's food culture and rich history go hand in hand. Perfect for foodies who want a sampling of Boston's most iconic foods.

A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Boston's Iconic Food History Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Boston's 250th Freedom Trail Tour

(41)

from $135

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Boston Private 3-Hour Tour by Car

(1,242)

from $26

Likely to Sell Out

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Lexington, Massachusetts - Liberty Ride Trolley Tour

(138)

from $550

Per group

1 hour 30 minutes

4.6

(409)

from $40

Likely to Sell Out

Making new friends while trying local beers

Save time—and money—and pair your Boston sightseeing with a frothy brew or two on this combination history tour and tavern crawl. Meet your guide and set off with just a small group for company. Wander along the city’s Freedom Trail, and see several key Boston attractions—all while your guide shares the stories and history behind the sights. As you go, stop for refreshing beers in several centuries-old taverns.

Boston's Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Beer Included

2 hours

Glide through over 400 years of Boston history on Wander Boston's award-winning immersive historic e-bike tour. Lead by an expert guide who will provide live narration throughout the experience- your tour will cover over 200 points of interest over 8 uniquely-Boston neighborhoods. You'll never miss a moment of Massachusetts history as your helmet serves as a built-in audio device to stay connected to your guide. Unlike other fleets- your all e-bike tour allows guests to choose when and how they would like assistance during their trip- whether you're hoping to sweat off your last lobster roll or you want an easy breezy e-bike adventure- the choice is yours. Starting in the heart of Downtown Boston allows you to spend less time getting to us and more time on tour- from Faneuil Hall to Fenway, Cambridge to the Common- Wander Boston's historic electric bike tour covers the most ground while keeping more money in your pocket!

(213)

from $91

Boston's Historic Electric Bike Tour

For anyone thinking of attending Harvard, or for those who simply want a glimpse of college life at the famous university, this tour is a must. Get an exclusive account from current Harvard students, who provide key insights into the life and times at Cambridge with a theatrical, humorous flair. Check out the old buildings at Harvard Yard and Harvard Square and learn about the school’s storied past. Illustrated map of Harvard Square included. Choose from several departure times throughout the day.

4.8

(82)

from $78

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Newport in a single day without planning or driving from Boston. This small-group tour includes pre-booked mansion admissions, guided transport with hotel pickup, and free time in the historic waterfront district to help you use your time efficiently. Visit iconic mansions, enjoy a scenic coastal walk, and discover additional historic landmarks along the way. With logistics handled in advance, you can focus on architecture, scenery, and independent exploring.

(3,862)

from $23

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Newport Small-Group Day Tour: The Breakers & Marble House

Newport Small-Group Day Tour: The Breakers & Marble House

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Jeannie_M, Sep 2026

Excellent guide, very informative tour

This was a great tour. You can tell the guide really loves Boston. Meeting was a challenge because the email received did not have a photo of the spot- it was a blank space without the photo- so we had to call & missed the first few minutes and never heard what the guides name was.

Boston's Historic Electric Bike Tour

Maria_S, Sep 2026

E-bike tour of Boston

This is a great tour to get your bearings in Boston. You cover a lot of ground with the bike than you would be able to do in a short amount of time. Our tour guide was exceptional at keeping us safe from the start of our journey and provided colorful commentary throughout the tour via the speakers in our helmets.

Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Bunker Hill and USS Constitution

Carol_L, Sep 2026

Awesome experience- highly recommend

100% wonderful experience with Mark! There is a reason for all the 5.0 reviews out there!! If you are looking for a cheesy, loud, perhaps costumed guide, Mark isn’t for you. If you are looking for a passionate, highly knowledgeable, mature professional guide, Mark IS the one!

Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

Ernestine_N, Sep 2026

Preserved History

If you are interested in African American history in Boston this is the tour. Mehgan did an excellent job and was knowledgeable on the history of AA in Boston. She was very passionate in her tone on the free slaves and their struggles to become free as all humans back in the era. She gave breaks when walking the Beacon Hills area. We enjoyed our private tour due to another group canceled. Lucky for us :-). I would definitely recommend this tour with Mehgan. You will learn alot and be proud of AA history. I'm glad to know that Boston preserved it for generations. Kudos to Boston!!!

Boston's 250th Freedom Trail Tour

Felicia_B, Jul 2026

Birth of our nation through the eyes of John Hancock.

I highly recommend the guided Freedom Trail with someone in period dress. Our guide was John Hancock. Not only did we learn more about this founding father than he signed the Declaration of Independence with a large signature, but we were also able to see where history took place. Fascinating! We have been blessed. Our guide did a wonderful job keeping up with a large tour group! Our personal family has 4 children ranging in age from 17 yrs to 10 yrs. They all were glad they did this trail even if they started for “mom”. They also said they appreciated having the period guide and thought our tour was much more interesting for having John Hancock than the other tours they saw taking place with “modern tour guides”. As expected, it was a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes. Bring water with you. None of the walk was difficult. There were some uneven surfaces (cobblestone type, cemetery portion, up and down from curbs, etc.). Our pace was purposeful but comfortable. Our guide pointed out additional historic places/museums you can visit separately so the Freedom Trail would be a perfect start to your visit to Boston. We did our tour late morning on July 4th. Happy 250th Birthday USA!!!! It was hot but our guide was very considerate to find shady places for us to stop along the trail. John Hancock, you did an excellent job!!! I don’t know how you managed your period dress in the heat.

1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

Madison_R, Jul 2026

Really enjoyed the hop-on...

Really enjoyed the hop-on and hop-off trolley rides from all of the drivers! All of them were funny and very entertaining throughout the tours. We also really enjoyed this trolley ride options as a way to get to the major landmarks in Boston without having the walk, uber, or bike to destinations for 2 days!

Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide

Jeff_R, Jun 2026

Wicked Interesting

This tour was fun and very interesting. I’m from the Boston area and wanted to see what I was missing so I decided to see what visitors got to experience. I learned a lot about some of the big players in the American revolution. We probably walked about a mile total during the tour. Zoey was an awesome guide ! Very knowledgeable, friendly, passionate and friendly ! Highly recommended !

Lexington & Concord 250th Birthday Tour with Concord Museum Entry

Kimberly_S, Jun 2026

Coach put together an...

Coach put together an excellent tour telling the story and giving the inside look at what happened between April 18 and 19 starting the war. He was so knowledgeable and did a great job of handling at least one person on the trip who was pretty obnoxious. The museums were great and the information was delivered with passion and love of the material and area. If you’re super into history and want to go on an unrushed trip, this is the one to take.

Boston Freedom Trail Self-Guided Tour with Audio Narration & Map

Jacque_L, May 2026

Great Listening Tour! MUsT Do!

The first time I went to Boston I did one of the guided tours by a man dressed as a colonial. He was awesome. Funny, and it was a very good tour, but when my husband and I went back the following year I felt like there was a lot we skipped over and I needed a better history lesson. This listening tour was excellent! We were able to sync our AirPods so that we stopped and were looking at the same thing at each stop. So much information. Good guides and easy to listen to and navigate!

A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Boston's Iconic Food History Tour

Terri_A, Oct 2025

Best food tour ever!

This is a wonderful overview of Boston’s famous foods. Katie was a great guide. She is knowledgeable and fun. This is our very favorite food tour ever! Each spot had a nice space set up for us and a gave us a really nice-sized portion. The final stop was the nicest! This is a must do for foodies and some great history thrown in too. More food than you can eat. Highly recommend!