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Join Wicked Awesome Tours for a one hour walk through downtown Salem focusing on Salem’s 400 years of service. From the Birthplace of the US National Guard to the exploits of Salem’s fearless patriots during the American Revolution. This family friendly tour focuses on the many chapters of Salem that sometimes get overlooked. This is not a Halloween or Hocus Pocus tour…(But it might have a ghost story !)This historical walking tour is a great way to compliment your visit to Salem with your real history of heroism, bravery and a rich tradition of service.

Blacksmiths are a rarity in our mass produced age. You can meet and watch a working blacksmith who has created objects ranging from tools to hangers and hooks to artisan art creations. Watch him at his craft and see authentic blacksmith tools. Learn about how history of blacksmithing had an important role in colonial towns like Lexington. Discover blacksmithing materials, how a forge works, and the science behind blacksmithing, including how coal turns into coke and how temperature affects the malleability of metal. Optional: kids can do clay craft to experiment with moulding and shaping Enjoy homemade corn bread and lemonade after and go home with a blacksmith souvenir.

Embark on a privately guided journey through Truro’s soul, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge. This tour weaves together three iconic Cape Cod landmarks: The Highland House Museum, Highland Links Golf Course, and the historic Highland Light. Begin at Highland Light, Cape Cod’s oldest lighthouse (1797). Ascend 69 steps to the lantern room for panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and hear the thrilling tale of its 1996 relocation. Next, step into the Highland House Museum, a 1907 farmhouse-turned-hotel-turned-cultural gem. Once a haven for literary giant Henry David Thoreau, who penned parts of Cape Cod here. Explore rooms inspired by Edward and Josephine Hopper’s artistry. Stroll along the Highland Links Golf Course, America’s first 9-hole links course. Nestled amid rolling dunes and windswept grasses. Available June-September only.

Return to the American Revolution with this essential bundle of driving and walking tours! Walk in the footsteps of the founding fathers along Boston’s Freedom Trail and in Philadelphia’s historic Old City. Visit the spot where the Boston Tea Party began. Follow the famous battle of Lexington & Concord, where the “shot heard ‘round the world” was fired! Plus, take a trip through Valley Forge, the site where General George Washington’s army faced impossible odds early in the revolution. After booking, check your email/text for a special password and setup instructions. Download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and once it's complete, you can enjoy it offline. Just open the app, hit the road, and follow the audio instructions! New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

This is one of Maine’s most picturesque harbor towns, but behind the salty breeze and peaceful docks lurk stories long buried beneath the tide. Boothbay Harbor has seen shipwrecks, fires, betrayals, and unexplained vanishings. And tonight, we will follow the whispers. This self-guided tour will take you to haunted inns, forgotten corners, ghostly galleries, and more. We will dig up real local legends backed by fact and rooted in the chilling truths of life along the working waterfront. Here is how it works. This tour plays automatically as you walk, using your location. You can pause anytime, maybe to snap a photo or catch your breath. If you lose my voice, just follow the map. You are the blue dot, and the stops are green.

Welcome to Harvard’s Famous Haunts Walking Tour, where we journey through the historic and eerie corners of the oldest university in America. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is all location aware and guided by our walking tour app. It's hands free. Put the phone in your pocket and it plays as you walk. the narration is spooky an infused with spooky music to fit the stories. Founded in 1636, Harvard is steeped in centuries of history, intellectual achievement, and tradition—but with that comes ghostly legends and supernatural tales that have lingered for generations. As we walk through Harvard Yard and the surrounding area, we’ll uncover stories of haunted churches, library, gates, dormitories and buildings.

Embark on a captivating journey through Boston's rich history with our Boston Walking Tour Bundle, featuring self-guided audio tours of the Freedom Trail (Parts One and Two) and the charming Beacon Hill neighborhood. Walk in the footsteps of revolutionaries as you explore iconic sites like the Old North Church and Paul Revere's House, then meander through Beacon Hill's cobblestone streets, uncovering stories of abolitionists and literary figures. With GPS-triggered narration, offline maps, and expert storytelling, enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace without the constraints of group tours. Join thousands of travelers who have transformed their Boston visit into an enriching experience—download now and let the city's history come alive! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Discover how a small religious summer camp transformed into one of Martha’s Vineyard’s most popular island destinations on this walking tour through the town of Oak Bluffs. Starting in Ocean Park, you’ll follow the coast to Inkwell Beach before heading into the heart of the town. Along the way, you’ll hear its history and find out what makes this island paradise so alluring to everyone from the rich and famous, to curious Cape Cod vacationers that come for a day. Around Trinity Park, you’ll see Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association, its cottage museum, and the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs which is a place of worship. After heading down Circuit Avenue, where I’ll show you the town’s famous Flying Horses Carousel, our tour will come to an end at the harbor. Whether you’re on the island for only a day, or calling Martha’s Vineyard home for the season, this tour is for anyone who wants to dig into Oak Bluffs’ past and enjoy its present.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Discover the heart of American history with a self-guided tour along Boston's iconic Freedom Trail. This 2.5-mile journey connects you to pivotal revolutionary sites like Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, and the Old North Church, where the spirit of liberty came alive. Immerse yourself in the stories of patriots and everyday citizens who ignited a movement for independence, narrated with vivid accounts and ambient sounds. Perfect for history buffs and newcomers alike, this tour allows you to explore at your own pace and gain a deeper understanding of America's founding ideals. — Self-guided exploration of Boston's historic Freedom Trail — Visit key sites including Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, and more — Enjoy immersive narration and soundscapes enhancing your experience — Perfect for history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike

Pretty Spooky Tours explores the dark side of Salem’s history as a port town from the hidden tunnels inside commonplace buildings to the silence of the hangings during the Witch Trials.

Journey from the Boston Marathon finish line to the Red Sox home at Fenway Park and walk in the footsteps of sports legends! Come discover how Boston sports make Boston Strong! Back Bay is home to the iconic Boston Marathon and Red Sox. Learn how the hallowed grounds of the Boston Marathon and Fenway Park developed, the strong connection between the two, and the rich history of those who have graced these playing fields since the late 1800s. Discover how the strength of the Boston community carried Sox fans through an 86-year winning drought and held the city together in the wake of the 2013 marathon bombing. Dig into the inspiration and complexities between the city's diverse populations and these sports that fill their hearts. Journey to Fenway Park via historic Copley Square and the Boston Marathon Finish Line - following the last mile of the marathon route and circling the ballpark - all while uncovering famous and hidden sports spots and iconic historic stories along the way.

Our tour will take you through the quaint, brick-lined charm of Pratt Street, famed for its lively shops, and explore the city stopping at historical churches, houses, statues, streets, parks and ending at the Museum of Connecticut History. Go at your own pace, anytime. No big group to follow, no schedules. This is your tour, and it's the best deal in town.

This unique walking tour of Boston, led by Jessica Dello Russo, a PhD in archaeology and Context Travel expert, explores the city’s crucial role in the American Revolution. Starting at Long Wharf, Boston’s oldest port, Jessica reveals how the city’s thriving trade and skilled population helped spark independence. The tour highlights acts of civil disobedience and key figures like John Hancock, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, and Benjamin Franklin. As you walk, you’ll encounter pre-revolutionary architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries, including the historic Chart House and the controversial Faneuil Hall, built in 1742. On this 90-minute tour, you’ll explore key sites from Boston’s revolutionary history. Visit Granary Burying Ground, where American Revolution figures are laid to rest, and learn about the city’s role in the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the figures and events that shaped America’s fight for independence.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company. Explore the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and tackling challenges along the way. Team up with your friends or go head-to-head as you uncover fascinating facts and create unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it's an everyday outing, a bachelorette bash, a birthday celebration, or a corporate team-building extravaganza! Each player gets to choose an interactive role, with unique challenges for everyone. Ready for an adventure? Let's Roam!

Skip the standard tour itinerary and put a zany spin on your sightseeing. Whether you’re a tourist, local, or new arrival, this smartphone-based scavenger hunt lets you get to know vibrant Bridgeport in a fun and interactive way. Simply download the app, put on your walking shoes, and get ready to solve challenges, snap pics, and put your knowledge and navigation skills to the test.

Are you looking for a way to discover Boston without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. • Find out how the city ignited the American Revolution, led the country in the fight to abolish slavery and, ultimately, saved the Union • Hear from producer Mitch Lapin, a local tour guide and history expert • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Explore the wines and meads of Maine! Take your tastebuds on a trip around the state and explore the wide variety of wines made right here in our state - including those made with imported grapes, those made with cold-hardy grapes grown in Maine, and those made from ingredients that aren't grapes at all! Participants will be introduced to six Maine-made wines and meads from six different producers - and hear the stories behind the wineries that brought them to your glass. This guided, 30-minute experience is a fantastic introduction to Maine's wine landscape and history. We recommend scheduling this class at the beginning of your time in Maine so you can take advantage of all you've learned during the rest of your trip. Stick around afterwards for personalized recommendations from your MTC host about wineries, breweries, markets, farms and other agritourism experiences to seek out while in Maine - customized to your interests and the regions you plan to visit while in Maine.

There is a lot to see in this picturesque New England town: authentic houses, churches, cemeteries, farms and more, including dining and shopping. If you travel west on Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), Westborough is located 33 miles west of Boston. In fact, Westborough owes its name to Marlborough, a city in Boston Metro West area, from which it budded off precisely to the west in late 1600’s, and finally incorporated in 1717, becoming a 100 the Massachusetts town. Besides the picturesque downtown, Westborough is a home to several farms that offer their seasonal products in their stores during the summertime.

Herman Melville said this city was perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all of New England. On this tour you will explore the streets that inspired Melville's tale, showcasing the city's nineteenth-century architecture and the landmarks that played a crucial role in both the whaling industry and Melville's masterpiece. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk guiding you step by step through the streets. Stop anytime, and listen again later anytime.

Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas Gage encountered some of his biggest challenges to his authority in Salem. We always say that without Salem, the United States may not be the same United States we know today. Come to Salem as part of the Rev250 Celebration and learn the incredible role our patriots played in the start of our country.

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the months of tension between the British and American colonists that culminated in the bloody shooting, now known as the Boston Massacre. “The riot on King Street” is what newspapers originally called the moment when British soldiers opened fire on an angry crowd in Boston on March 5, 1770. Embark on a historical journey, exploring events leading to March 5th and the impact of British impositions like the Vagrancy, Quartering, and Tax acts. Stand on State Street, the site of the Boston Massacre, and hear history's whispered tale. Learn of Ebenezer Richardson's role in igniting tensions, and pay homage at the Granary Burying Ground, where Saml Adams rests. Marvel at Long Wharf, witness to Boston's occupation, and savor culinary delights at Quincy Market. Each step unveils a narrative of resilience, bringing Boston's history vividly to life.

Dive into New England history with this tour combo of Salem and the Boston Freedom Trail. In Salem, uncover the truth behind the Witch Trials. Relive the panic which seized this colonial town. Learn about the victims and why they were accused. Explore this historic town, admire its preserved architecture, and unearth all its dark secrets. Then, walk in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers on Boston’s Freedom Trail. History comes alive with this gripping retelling of the fight for independence! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.