Top Massachusetts Half-day Tours

Visit Martha's Vineyard highlights on this half-day, small-group tour from Oak Bluffs. Make the most of your time on the island as you check out Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and the Aquinnah Cliffs, learning stories about island history and cultures along the way. This Martha’s Vineyard tour is limited to 14 people for personal service from the local guide, and it includes a 15-minute break to explore the Aquinnah Cliffs.

Give yourself the best chance of seeing whales in the wild on this half-day boat tour from Gloucester to the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Hop on a high-speed catamaran that gets to and from the whales in the least amount of time possible. Once there, look out for humpback and fin whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins and harbor porpoises with the help of a naturalist guide. The on-board galley offers hot meals, snacks and beverages for purchase during the trip.

Discover two of the USA's–and the world’s–most prestigious and historic colleges with exclusive access and a guided tour of each. Explore iconic campus buildings and statues, learn about whimsical traditions passed down through generations of students, visit key historic moments in both colleges’ histories, and hear about some of their most famous alumni.

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.

While Boston is home to lots of different food tours, not many let you eat like a local on a trip around an Italian neighborhood filled with mom-and-pop shops. On this half-day guided culinary tour, enjoy rich coffee, cheesy pizza, loaded Italian subs, and much more as you explore Boston’s North End.

Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail as you wish with this self-guided audio tour. Download the iPhone or Android GPS app and start along the trail when it suits you. As you wander between the sites, dip in and out of their backstories, deep-dive into topics that grab your interest, and stop and resume the audio when you wish. The benefit? You’ll enjoy more flexibility than on a fixed-itinerary tour and have more information at your fingertips than if exploring alone.

Boston can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. If you would like to include a museum visit, your guide can create a customized itinerary—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring you see only the places you want. As you explore, enjoy insider insights into Boston’s culture, history, and hidden gems, forming a richer connection to the city that you won’t get on your own.

Experience the best of Cape Cod in your own time without overlooking any sights with this self-guided driving tour. Download the app with its GPS map, audios, and text, and hit the road from the Cape Cod Visitor Center. Follow the route to see and learn about the peninsula's lighthouses, beaches, and sights, and take optional detours to relax, hike, or delve deeper into the cape's history. For lifetime access, you can dip in and out whenever you wish.

Forget the crowded hop-on, hop-off buses and rushed group tours where you're just another face in the crowd. Picture Boston is a completely different kind of city experience — intimate, immersive, and carefully curated for people who want to feel this extraordinary city truly. Fully narrated by one of Boston's own expert local guides, you'll glide through neighborhoods rich with history, step out at the city's most photogenic corners, and leave with both a deeper understanding of Boston — and a camera roll that will leave your friends speechless. Whether you're visiting for the first time or rediscovering the city you call home, Picture Boston will show you something you've never seen before.

Download GuideAlong's Cape Cod audio tour to discover what “summer” really means. Drive the iconic “bent arm” between Barnstable and Provincetown, with side trips to striped lighthouses, sandy beaches, and historic Pilgrim landmarks. Along this 60-mile route down Route 6, we’ll detour to discover everything from quaint coastal towns, gorgeous salt marsh hikes, and hidden histories. Don’t miss the highlights: Nauset Light, which once guided ships past the treacherous Cape shores, Pilgrim Monument, with its gorgeous ocean views, and the thrilling rocky causeway at the very end of Provincetown. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates

Sample some of the tastiest bites that Boston’s North End has to offer—and enjoy a first-hand introduction to the area’s Italian heritage. Choose between our 3-hour or dynamic 2-hour express tour, and bring your appetite: Follow your guide to top-rated local businesses, and try everything from clam chowder and lobster rolls to cannoli. At the end, enjoy a secret dish revealed only on the day of the tour.

Discover Boston, Lexington, Concord, and Cambridge on a private 6-hour guided historical tour by comfortable vehicle. Your knowledgeable chauffeur-guide provides commentary throughout the journey, sharing the history and significance of the landmarks along the route. Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail by vehicle, explore Beacon Hill, visit Revolutionary War sites in Lexington and Concord, and see historic Cambridge and Harvard. Most locations are drive-by sights with brief photo stops available at your preference, subject to traffic, parking, and the remaining tour time. Dedicated stops include the USS Constitution area and Concord’s historic North Bridge. Because the tour is private, the experience can be adjusted to your interests. Spend more time at the places that matter most to you, understanding that additional stops may reduce time at later locations. Return to Boston along Memorial Drive with scenic views across the Charles River.

Discover Boston's oldest neighborhood on a food tour that's equal parts delicious and "mostly" accurate. Join a local guide as you wander the cobblestone streets of the historic North End, stopping at handpicked restaurants to sample iconic local favorites. Along the way, you'll uncover fascinating stories, colorful legends, and the rich history that shaped one of America's oldest cities. Perfect for food lovers, history buffs, and curious travelers, this relaxed walking tour combines incredible local flavors with unforgettable storytelling for an experience that's as entertaining as it is delicious. Tour Highlights * Enjoy six generous tastings, including handmade ravioli, brick-oven pizza, a classic Italian sandwich, seasonal New England treats, fresh cannoli, and a Boston lobster roll. * Explore Boston's oldest neighborhood with a local guide. * Discover fascinating history, local legends, and Mostly Accurate stories. * All food and 20% gratuity for each stop is included.

Boston to Salem by Train — 400th Anniversary Walking Tour Take the train From Boston to Iconic Salem for the Day! Your coordinator meets you at North Station with round trip train tickets, maps, brochures, and information about Salem. We then embark on a 35-minute train ride and a 2-hour guided walking tour of Salem. the After the tour, Stay & Play in Salem, take any train back until 11pm. Round-trip train tickets included!

Eat your way through Boston’s North End and learn about its history with this group tour. Explore the neighborhood’s Italian heritage in the company of a guide and stroll through the area’s scenic streets. Enjoy a local lunch at a North End eatery featuring arancini, pizza, Italian meats and cheeses, a pasta course, cannoli, and more, and hear stories about the neighborhood’s past.

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.

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.

Upgrade your drive through scenic Cape Cod with this private self-guided tour you can download onto your phone. The audio narration plays based on your location, letting you start, stop, and skip stops whenever you like. You control your time and pace, enjoying a personalized experience without the constraints of traditional tours.

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 why Boston's North End is one of America's most beloved food neighborhoods on your Pizza, Pasta and Pastry Tour. Stroll charming cobblestone streets while enjoying generous tastings of authentic, award-winning Neapolitan pizza, handmade pasta, and classic cannoli from beloved local, family-owned eateries. Come hungry, leave full. Your expert local guide will share the fascinating stories behind Boston's Italian immigrants, the neighborhood's rich history, architecture, culinary traditions, and the chefs, families, and entrepreneurs who continue to shape its vibrant food scene. Unlike many food tours, most of your tastings are enjoyed while comfortably seated inside the restaurants, with individually plated portions that give you time to relax, savor each stop, and soak in the atmosphere. With small groups, leisurely walking, and insider recommendations, you'll experience Boston's North End like a local—not just through its food, but through the stories that bring it to life.

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.

If you’re having trouble choosing a fun walking tour of Salem, with this “double trouble” pass you don’t need to. You’ll get access to two walks: the Wandering Witches tour and the Salem’s Spooky Specters tour. You’ll learn all about Salem’s dramatic history on the witches tour, then continue the theme after dark, listening to scary ghost tales at some of the city’s spookiest spots.

Cover a lot of ground and get a better understanding of the city of Boston with this private driving tour. In the company of your guide, walk the Freedom Trail and learn about the history of the city. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to easily see part of the city beyond the historic center.