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Step into the pages of American history on this private 6.5-hour day trip from Boston to Lexington and Concord—the legendary towns where the American Revolution began. With a passionate local guide and comfortable private transport, you’ll explore battlegrounds, colonial taverns, and historic trails that tell the dramatic story of the nation's birth. But that’s just the beginning. In the second half of the tour, you’ll shift from muskets to manuscripts as you explore Concord’s literary legacy, visiting the homes, graves, and favorite haunts of great American authors like Louisa May Alcott, Thoreau, and Emerson. It’s a perfectly balanced journey of history, nature, and culture—crafted just for you.

Connecticut’s story of freedom has some remarkable – but overlooked – chapters. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll trace the exact parade route taken by the brave men of the 29th and 30th Connecticut Coloured Regiments as they returned from the Civil War on November 24, 1865. Along the way, you’ll discover how these soldiers fought valiantly despite lower pay, discrimination, and the knowledge that they could face execution if captured by Confederate forces. The tour starts at Connecticut’s Old State House on Central Row, where the regiments stood as Governor Buckingham honoured their bravery. You’ll hear the stories of remarkable soldiers like Private Isaac J. Hill, who published a memoir documenting the regiment’s experiences. You’ll also learn how Frederick Douglass visited the regiments’ camp, declaring them “pioneers of the liberty of your race.” The tour ends back at Connecticut’s Old State House.

Discover Boston: Revolutionary War with Welcome Walks - digital walking tours for the modern traveler. Our custom-designed tours give you the freedom to explore a destination on your own time schedule at your own pace. Listen on your smartphone, Welcome Walks tours are distinguished by historical discoveries, art and architecture, popular culture and local food information. Each walking tour showcases local history and provides fresh air and a fun way to exercise.

Step back in time to where America began. Boston is more than just a fun city; it is the cradle of American liberty. From the legendary ride of Paul Revere to the tension of the Boston Massacre, our Boston 101 Essential Historical Walking Tour brings the 17th and 18th centuries to life. Led by certified historians, this 90-minute guided experience is the perfect introduction for first-time visitors and history buffs alike. You'll see Boston Common, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Grounds, King's Chapel, Boston Massacre site, old jail location and Faneuil Hall. You will hear about the Battle of Bunker Hill, the siege of Boston and how Henry Knox forced the British out of Boston.

Get ready to uncover the secrets of New Haven! Known as the “Cultural Capital of Connecticut,” this vibrant city is full of discoveries. Wander through Yale University, learn about the birthplace of George W. Bush, and dive into the city’s fascinating history. Take photos, solve clever riddles, and pick up fun facts—like Yale’s Hogwarts-style feasts. You’ll even explore the mysteries surrounding the legendary Skull and Bones society and try your hand at translating Latin inscriptions. An unforgettable New Haven adventure awaits!

Explore Boston's rich sports history on foot! Dynasty beginnings to banner nights—experience the legacies that make this town shimmer! Come discover why Boston gets its Title Town reputation with a walk through the Celtics, Bruins, and Patriots' storied histories. Learn the powerful beginnings of each team and how they rose to elite prominence, giving Boston unforgettable record-setting title runs. Follow the Freedom Trail to TD Garden and learn about how America's earliest values overlay with this Title Town's sports legacy and discover the inspirational and complex connections between the city's diverse populations and their accomplished sports teams. Journey from Government Center to TD Garden - along the Champion's Parade Route, through Boston's historic West End via the Freedom Trail, and on to the 'Hub on Causeway' at TD Garden - all while discovering iconic monuments, hidden sports spots, and rich sports history along the way.

Discover the vibrant history and charm of Providence through an interactive scavenger hunt walking activity. Navigate the city at your own pace, exploring pivotal landmarks like City Hall and the State House, while unraveling fascinating stories about figures such as Roger Williams and Teddy Roosevelt. This unique adventure combines elements of a scavenger hunt and self-guided activity, allowing teams to engage in puzzles, snap memorable photos, and even take a light-hearted turn at traffic court. Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this experience offers a fresh way to appreciate the beauty of Providence.

Taste Test 3 of the best lobster rolls in downtown Bar Harbor while you learn from a local guide how the lobster became Maine’s most important industry and a symbol of status for the wealthy visitors. Each stop will showcase a different spin on the classic summertime staple. Please note this tour is not suitable for anyone with shellfish allergies. End the tour in Grant Park where you can watch fishermen at work most summer days. The restaurants may change depending on availability and ongoing customer reviews. Only tried and tested spots will be included.

Traverse your own 'Mini Boston Marathon' - warm up from the Common to Kenmore and then run the last mile of the marathon route across the finish line, all while learning the race’s rich history with a local Boston Marathoner. Learn how the Boston Marathon's revered path and elite status developed and the rich history of those who have graced these hallowed streets since the late 1800s. Discover the Boston Marathon's many historical 'firsts,' why Marathon Monday is the best day of the year (every year!), and how the strength of Boston held the community together in the wake of the 2013 marathon bombing. Run through the Boston Common & Garden, down tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue, to the iconic CITGO Sign - then turn around to follow the last mile of the Boston Marathon route home to the finish line! End in historic Copley Square at the Boston Marathon monument, all while uncovering famous, hidden, and iconic marathon stories along the way.

Boston’s story didn’t end with the American Revolution—it only got more delicious. Shaped by waves of immigration, global trade, and constant innovation, Boston and its food have evolved. Every bite tells a piece of the city’s history, even some we're not proud of. Food reflects who we are—our culture, our environment, and our economy—and in Boston, that spans centuries of change. On this walking tour, you’ll explore Boston’s rich history through the lens of what its people have harvested, eaten, and produced—from pre-Colonial Native Americans to the 20th century. Discover how molasses fueled candy and commerce, cod fed empires, science expanded diets, and tea sparked revolution. We’ll taste classic New England dishes and modern Boston favorites, plus some sweet surprises you might not realize have local roots! If you’re hungry to go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience Boston’s history through its flavors, this tour is for you. Bring your appetite and your walking shoes.

Cruise Boston’s South Shore in a classic 1979 VW Beetle on a relaxed coastal driving tour. Enjoy ocean views, seaside towns, local stories, and hidden spots—with lunch included at Scituate Light.

REV250: The Town That Carried the Revolution™ explores how Marblehead’s fishermen, mariners, and merchants became indispensable to American independence. Walk the harbor streets where citizen-soldiers stepped forward when the outcome was uncertain and the risk was real. Discover how Colonel John Glover’s Marblehead Regiment executed critical evacuations and crossings that helped save Washington’s army, and how this working seaport town supported the Revolution financially and at sea. Created for the 250th anniversary era, this tour reveals why historians still credit Marblehead with helping change the course of the war.

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes in this mystery scavenger hunt around Boston! In "Murder by Boston Common," you are transported back to the year 1895. As a rookie detective, you must investigate a dismembered body found in a pond in Boston Public Gardens. It’s now up to you to solve the crime and find the culprit! After purchasing, go to the designated pickup point to collect your mystery package, which contains everything you’ll need to solve the case. Once you have it, you are free to begin at your convenience. Enjoy the flexibility of starting and stopping whenever you like. This exciting and challenging activity is perfect for you and your family, friends, or colleagues to tackle together. You must have a minimum of 2 people to purchase. Tip: We recommend groups of 2-4 participants. If your group is larger than 4, you can buy multiple mystery packages and compete against each other. The winner is the group that solves the mystery the fastest. (Note: Available in English only.)

This private walking tour is the only experience in Salem dedicated entirely to its rich literary world—exploring books written in Salem, books about Salem, and stories shaped by the city’s unique history. Rather than focusing solely on well‑known folklore, this tour weaves together historical, cultural, and literary perspectives, guiding travelers through exclusive locations tied to authors, publishers, storytelling traditions, and written works inspired by Salem. Guests gain a deeper understanding of the city through the lens of literature, discovering how words, ideas, and stories have helped shape Salem’s identity across centuries.

Join us on a 3 hour trip around the area of Eastport Maine. Adventure the Bold Coast in style in our refurbished passenger van. Catch a glimpse of the Old Sow whirlpool, explore the ruins of an early American fort and see how this part of Maine still operate in a slower way. From tall pine trees to sweeping coastal views, this three hour tour will allow you to get off the beaten path to experience a real Maine adventure.

Explore the streets of Boston through the eyes of Frederic Tudor, the visionary who revolutionized ice distribution. This outdoor escape room game immerses you in Tudor’s journey, as you solve clues and unravel the story of his rise from a humble merchant to the architect of a global enterprise. Navigate historic landmarks and discover the pivotal moments that shaped his success, all guided by an interactive app that transforms the city into an outdoor escape room. Engage in this unique adventure that blends history with innovative puzzle-solving, allowing you to experience Boston like never before. Escaped Escape Rooms are a new kind of adventure that breaks free from four walls. Instead of being locked in a room, your surroundings become the game. Guided by your phone, your team explores real landmarks, uncovering virtual clues and solving puzzles that connect directly to the world around you. It’s part treasure hunt, part walking tour, and part mystery thriller.

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational experience designed to engage your sense of wonder and challenge perceptions through the science behind optical illusions. We offer over 50 immersive, hands-on exhibits to explore. The illusion rooms, installations and holograms let you defy gravity, grow and shrink your body, walk into a life-size kaleidoscope, and play tricks on your senses at every turn. It’s a mind-bending journey that deceives the senses and reveals how the brain interprets reality.

Unlike large group bus tours, this experience is designed to be personal, flexible, and immersive. You’ll walk the streets of Salem with a knowledgeable guide who doesn’t just point out landmarks but brings their stories vividly to life—from the haunting legacy of the Witch Trials to the maritime wealth that built the city, and the literary genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne. What makes this tour unique is the balance of history and atmosphere: you’ll explore centuries-old cemeteries and mansions, admire harbor views and gardens, and even encounter touches of pop culture like the Bewitched statue. With small groups and a customizable pace, you’ll have the freedom to linger where your interests lie most—whether it’s taking photos, diving deeper into Salem’s legends, or enjoying a quiet moment in a hidden garden. This isn’t just sightseeing—it’s a chance to experience Salem’s past and present through stories, scenery, and atmosphere in a way that big tours can’t match.

Marblehead’s Old Burial Hill Cemetery is one of New England’s oldest and most atmospheric burial grounds. It’s also more than a simple graveyard. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll learn how to decode this cultural archive, where you’ll find headstone motifs with everything from Puritan death symbols to Roman-inspired willows and urns, reflecting changing religious attitudes over the years. Starting at the historical Redd’s Pond, you’ll learn about Wilmot ”Mammy” Redd, the only Marblehead resident executed during the 1692 Salem witch trials. From there, you’ll climb terraced pathways to see panoramic views of Marblehead Harbour and its iconic lighthouse. You’ll also hear about moments in American history that shaped this coastal community, including maritime disasters and the Revolutionary War.

We are so excited to show you all that the city has to offer in such a short amount of time! From historical landmarks to modern attractions, Boston is sure to amaze you with its beauty. We start at the location at 199 State Street and as we make way along the Freedom Trail, we will explore some of the most famous locations that have played an integral role in the history and development of the city. See iconic landmarks like Old North Church, Faneuil Hall, Zakim Bridge, and TD Garden to truly appreciate Boston's history and unique architecture. Learn about the Big Dig. Feel the cool breeze on your face and take in stunning views of the waterfront as we glide along Compass Point – all in an hour! So what are you waiting for? Come join us on this tour and discover the story behind this awe-inspiring city!

Providing casual, private, customizable walking tours of the historic Charlestown neighborhood of Boston, including the Navy Yard, home of the USS Constitution and the Constitution Museum, Winthrop Square, the Bunker Hill Monument and battlefield, the Bunker Hill Museum, and the Warren Tavern, established in 1780 and one of the oldest taverns in America. Your tour guide, Tom, was born in Massachusetts and is a 30-year resident of Charlestown. He's the author of a companion book, "Monumental Man: The Life of Solomon Willard, the Architect and Superintendent of the Bunker Hill Monument, " available on Amazon. He is also a licensed US Coast Guard captain, offering tours of Boston Harbor on the 31-foot sailboat "Triple Trouble II," available through the Boatsetter website.

Uncover the mysteries of Portland’s history with an innovative outdoor escape game that weaves together facts, folklore, and fishy tales. Venture through the city’s historic landmarks as you solve puzzles connected to Portland's stories, from shipwrecks to whispered legends. Guided by a user-friendly app, each clue you discover immerses you deeper into the captivating narrative of Portland, blending reality with fiction. Ideal for families, friends, or team-building, this adventure offers a unique exploration experience where curiosity reigns and puzzle solving is key.

This private car tour is a special edition Rev War 250 tour. We've combined a few lesser known, yet hugely significant Revolutionary War sites in Boston, with the main events in the towns of Lexington and Concord in to a half day tour. Starting in Boston we'll take you to sites where very few tours go and give context to events leading up to the outbreak of the war. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns 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 giving a detailed account of events of April 1775. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, timings are flexible and the 4 hour tour time includes travel to and from Concord. This tour is perfect for those groups who have limited time available in Boston or groups who have different degrees of interest in the history of that time.

This private culinary walking tour introduces Boston’s historic districts through authentic regional flavors. You begin in the Blackstone Block where narrow streets reflect early commercial life. Historic taverns and storefronts reveal the origins of local food traditions. At Boston Public Market, you enjoy included tastings that highlight New England specialties. Clam chowder and lobster roll reflect a long maritime heritage. Along the Greenway, modern design meets the path of former trade routes. In the North End, Italian influence shapes a rich culinary identity preserved across generations. At Paul Revere Mall, history connects with daily life in a meaningful setting. The experience concludes along the waterfront where Boston’s maritime past remains visible. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions ensuring each visit is a unique experience.