Top Boston Unique Experiences

Learn about Boston’s revolutionary history on a walking tour that emphasizes good storytelling. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide in your small group as you walk a curated route that includes the Freedom Trail. Visit well-known sites as well as more local places and develop an understanding of modern Boston along with its history.

Discover some of Boston’s deepest, darkest secrets that lots of tourists miss out on by joining this “frightseeing” tour aboard the Trolley of the Doomed, which roams around the haunted streets and burial grounds of Boston. Your costumed host provides illuminating insights into the history of the city's spookiest sights, such as Copp’s Hill Burying Ground.

With its centuries of history, it’s no surprise Boston is packed with haunted sights, though they aren’t always easy for visitors to find. On this nighttime ghost tour, follow a guide to some of the city’s most storied landmarks, such as the Granary Burying Ground, Bostom Common, and the Massachusetts State House, and discover the hidden history and spooky sightings associated with each.

See the landmarks and highlights of Boston from the water on this sightseeing cruise in Boston Harbor aboard a 1920s-style yacht. Snap photos and enjoy a unique perspective of the harbor, very different than a typical walking or driving tour through Boston. Highlights include the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, Old North Church, and the USS Cassin Young.

Learn about Boston's history while enjoying beer and snacks with a guide who will provide insider details on the city's history and culinary scene. Step inside several historic pubs and grab a cold one (or two) along with some of the city's best tavern snacks. Explore some of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, including the Blackstone Block, the North End, and Charlestown, and enjoy a ferry ride in Boston Harbor.

Discover Boston’s rich past and vibrant present on this small-group (or private) walking tour—a relaxed and informative way to get your bearings if visiting the city for the first time. Gain valuable insight from local guide as you explore spots such as Boston Harbor, Faneuil Hall, Beacon Hill, and the Public Garden. As you wander, learn about the city’s Revolutionary roots, architectural gems, and cultural evolution—and get an understanding of what life is like for modern-day residents.

Combine two attractions Boston has to offer—delicious food and rich history—on this walking tour that starts in the popular North End and continues along the Freedom Trail. Taste fresh bread, pizza, and a classic Italian deli sandwich at local stops in this historic Italian neighborhood. Then, walk the Freedom Trail to learn about the American Revolution, all while enjoying scenic views of Boston Harbor and the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Explore the charming architecture of Beacon Hill and experience the city's blend of old and new.

Discover Boston in a fun new way on this 3-hour scavenger hunt. Jump into the middle of an exciting adventure from Boston Common to the Freedom Trail, the North End neighborhood and other real-life locations around town. Discover both well-known and overlooked sites, solving clues, and completing challenges via smartphone while learning the local history of this capital city of Massachusetts. Teams of two to five people are welcome.

Learn about Boston’s thriving craft beer scene and sample a variety of libations on this morning or evening brewery tour. Get an inside look at how beer is made and learn about their operations as you visit breweries, cider houses, and distilleries. Visit brewpubs that may include the well-known Samuel Adams or Lamplighter. Round-trip transportation in downtown Boston by air-conditioned van is included.

Capture unique and personalized shots of your Boston vacation with this customizable private photography session. Choose a route with the help of a local photographer and do a photoshoot throughout the city to mark the occasion. Receive your gallery of hi-res images within a few days of your photo session.

Explore Boston independently through a zombie-themed scavenger hunt game with this app. With your team, solve puzzles and find items that will help you survive the zombie apocalypse of the game. In the course of playing, see Boston on a self-guided walking tour and reach out to a remote host if you have any questions.