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Learn about Salem’s mysterious past on this guided walking tour of the city. Follow your historian guide through Salem, listening to 400 years of history, and admire the old architecture that dates back to the early colonial period. Find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trial hysteria, which has influenced literature and pop culture. For a spookier experience, select the nighttime tour led by lantern light.

Walk the quads of the campus that inspired astronauts, Nobel Peace Prize winners, and famed innovators in just about every discipline on a student-led tour of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Get an inside look on what it’s like to attend the prestigious university and hear real stories about what makes MIT special.

Take a deep dive into the history of the American Revolution on this walking tour of Boston. Your historian guide will focus on the years between 1760 and 1775, a tumultuous time with plenty to talk about. Stroll the Freedom Trail and ask your guide questions along the way to learn things most tourists miss.

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.

Walk Salem's most haunted streets and uncover the devastating true story of the 1692 witch trials — told the way only a lifelong local of old Salem can tell it. Named one of the best Salem walking tours by TripAdvisor in the Top 10 Salem Walking Tours of 2026. step into 400 years of mesmerizing ghost stories and Salem history. Enjoy Hocus Pocus filming locations. Be shocked by Salem's lesser known witch trial history, and the question nobody thinks to ask: Why are there no Sheriffs in Salem anymore? Discover Salem's Revolutionary War history, maritime past, and pirate tales. Tours end with dining, shopping and exploring recommendations on request. Perfect for families, couples, day trips from Boston, solo travelers, haunted history tours, friends, bachelorette parties, bridal parties, and curious kids. Meeting point: East India Fountain, 158 Essex St, Salem MA 01970. About 75 mins. Outdoors only, no entry. See you in Salem!

When night falls across Salem, it's the perfect time to explore the city’s spooky and sinister past on a haunted history tour. On this top-rated walk through one of America's most haunted places, follow a guide who is deep-rooted in the town's history and paranormal activities. Walk along lamplit streets while listening to legends and true tales of witchcraft, murder, mayhem, and more. Visit sites related to the infamous 17th-century Salem Witch Trials, and hear about the ghostly spirits said to still rattle through the town’s historic homes and graveyards.

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.

Last season I launched Cape Cod’s first walking food tour in Chatham, and thanks to amazing guests and local partners, Chatham Food Tours earned Viator’s Badge of Excellence in its very first season. Now we’re bringing that same recipe for success to Provincetown. But Provincetown is entirely its own experience — with different stories, personalities, history, art, and energy. We’ve partnered with fantastic local establishments to create a tour blending great food, local storytelling, waterfront culture, and the unique spirit that makes Provincetown unforgettable. Seafood lovers will enjoy authentic Cape Cod flavors, while non-seafood options are always available as well. This relaxed walking tour is designed to feel personal, welcoming, and fun — with plenty of opportunities to stop, explore, and take in the beauty and personality of Provincetown along the way.

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.

Enjoy views of beautiful Boston with this 90-minute sunset cruise. Watch the sun sink over the sparkling water as your guides point out the USS Constitution and other historic sights. Once the sun goes down, you’ll have a chance to see the city skyline illuminated. There is a full bar on every boat, with snacks and other beverages available for purchase.

It can be tough for visitors to know the best venues to experience Boston’s rich Italian culinary culture. On this guided food tour, head to the North End of Boston and learn about the region’s Italian immigrant history, which is kept alive today through the eateries serving pizza, pasta, arancini, meats, cheeses, cannoli, espresso, and more. Visit both historic institutions and under-the-radar spots to meet the people and traditions behind the food.

Take advantage of your visit to Massachusetts by touring both Plymouth and Cape Cod combined. This tour offers scenic photo ops and points of interest spanning the period in American history from the 1600s through the 1800s. Each tour has a maximum group size of 14 to allow for a personal touch, so you can linger longer at important sites. This is a fully escorted tour. The company owner is a former history teacher and a local. You will tour Cape Cod and the quaint Town of Sandwich, see the spectacular Cape Cod Canal and Sandwich Boardwalk. Also included is admission to the Sandwich Glass Museum, 1600s Dexter Grist Mill (seasonal), and the spectacular Sandwich Boardwalk and salt marsh. In Plymouth see the Forefathers Monument, Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II, and numerous monuments. In late September through November the route changes to encompass Fall foliage at its best. We offer fixed pickup locations throughout Boston.

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.

From seals and sea lions to sea turtles, seadragons, and stingrays, the New England Aquarium is the place to discover hundreds of different marine animals under one roof—or in one big tank. Check out the four-story Giant Ocean Tank, featuring a brand new coral reef, underwater communications system and hundreds of Caribbean reef animals. Grab an admission ticket and have an unforgettable aquarium adventure.

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.

Cruise through Boston Harbor on the Yacht Patriot, a modern take on a 1920s yacht, for an intimate 1.5-hour cruise. We offer a daytime narrated tour, that allows guests to dive into the rich history of Boston as a local guide highlights key landmarks like the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, and the historic waterfront. We also offer a non-narrated sunset cruise option that will cruise by the USS Constitution to watch the cannon fire at sunset. Both experiences offer unobstructed views and a relaxing atmosphere away from the city's hustle.

Set sail on a swashbuckling adventure through Plymouth Harbor aboard the Lobster Tales! This family-friendly pirate cruise offers an interactive experience where kids and adults alike can dress as pirates, search for hidden treasure, and engage in a lively water cannon battle. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of Plymouth Rock and the historic waterfront. Perfect for families with young children, adventure seekers, and history lovers, this tour blends fun, storytelling, and local maritime lore for an unforgettable voyage on the high seas!

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.

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.

Don’t let time determine whether to see Boston or Salem. Visit both towns with the help of a quick and comfortable catamaran. This high-speed ferry service travels from Boston to Salem (or vice versa). Enjoy the scenic adventure from the upper or lower deck of the boat—or just relax at the lounge inside. An onboard galley offers food and beverages for purchase. Upon arrival, many top attractions are within walking distance. For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.

Learn the true history of the Salem Witch Trials and visit the key locations from this dark chapter in American history with this themed walking tour. Hear about the accusers and the accused as you take in the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Burying Point, and other landmarks tied to this 17th-century scandal. Plus, visit the city’s most notorious haunted spots, filming locations for the movie “Hocus Pocus”, and other must-see local attractions.

Unlike other Salem walking tours, this witch walking tour is led by a practicing witch, so you can learn about the history of witchcraft, as well as how it’s practiced today. Walk through the streets of Salem and learn about the dos and don'ts of modern-day witchcraft, stopping at Salem's Old Burying Point Cemetery along the way.

This half day private car tour is a perfect way to visit the Revolutionary War towns of Lexington and Concord and see the site where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant sites along the way to give a detailed account of what and how things unfolded in April 1775. The travel time from Boston to these towns is 45 minutes each way and you'll be in one of our comfortable private vehicles with an experienced, knowledgeable and licensed tour guide.