Top Boston Self-guided Tours

This self-guided tour of Boston’s historic Back Bay neighborhood turns exploring into a scavenger hunt with more than 20 challenges, games, and puzzles to solve. Instead of the fixed schedule of a traditional tour, you’ll have the flexibility to walk at your own pace. Along the way, experience some of Boston’s top landmarks and unearth their offbeat backstories.

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.

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.

Solve a murder mystery while exploring Boston’s streets Enjoy a mix of storytelling, puzzles, and real-world exploration Play at your own pace—pause, resume, or replay anytime A fun outdoor activity for couples, families, or groups of friends

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Boston's North End. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact pickup location is sent after booking.

Discover some of Boston's most notable historic landmarks—and pair your sightseeing with a pizza crawl—on this time-saving, two-in-one walking tour. With just a guide and small group for company, stroll through the city’s oldest neighborhoods, including Little Italy on the North End. Walk along the Freedom Trail to sights including Paul Revere House and the USS Constitution, and head to local pizzerias for three full-size slices along the way.

Hop into a duck boat—s renovated World War II amphibious vehicle—for a comprehensive city sightseeing tour of Boston. Pass Boston Common, Quincy Market, the Celtics' home turf at TD Garden, and much more. Then splashdown into the Charles River for a view of the city by boat. Learn all about Boston's history and landmarks as you go.

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.

"Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure! "

Set out for the colonial streets of Boston with this 24-hour bike rental and explore the city’s winding neighborhoods at your own pace. Select among a variety of comfortable hybrid bikes and pedal past the North End, Boston’s picturesque wharfs, historical Fenway Park, the dignified brownstones of Beacon Hill, and the downtown public park of Boston Common within minutes.

Home of the famous Samuel Adams and Lamplighter breweries, Boston has a thriving culture of microbreweries, distilleries, and cider houses. A brewery tour is one of the best ways to experience Boston’s beer scene, and on this half-day excursion you can taste award-winning beer and cider, learn about the history of each brewery, and explore the brewing process.

Discover the best of Boston and see the sights that interest you most on this half-day tour. Board your private vehicle along with your group and explore key landmarks in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. See Harvard University, Fenway Park, the Boston Public Library, Beacon Hill, and much more while listening to commentary from your driver about Boston’s history.

Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Boston on a thrilling scavenger hunt walking tour. This interactive adventure invites you to unravel the mysteries of the American Revolution, delve into the Boston Massacre, and discover the city's storied seafaring tradition. With your smartphone as your guide, navigate through iconic landmarks like Norman B. Leventhal Park and the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, all while testing your knowledge with intriguing questions. Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this unique experience allows you to capture unforgettable memories at your own pace, making sightseeing an engaging and fun-filled journey.

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.

Explore elegant neighborhoods, historic streets, and American landmarks on a Boston walking tour from the Back Bay to Beacon Hill and downtown portions of the Freedom Trail. Learn about Boston’s history and culture as you stroll brownstone-lined avenues and walk the shady paths of the Boston Public Garden. Step into Boston’s Revolutionary history in the churches, cemeteries, and battlegrounds of the American struggle for independence.

Explore Boston’s North End neighborhood on this scavenger hunt. Solve challenges to discover your next destination. At each step, learn some history as well as interesting facts about your surroundings. This is a self-guided walking tour you complete using your mobile device. Go from Long Wharf to Bunker Hill Bridge through Quincy Market to Paul Revere Mall.

The Best Way to Discover Boston: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo by the Bill Russell Statue or a visit to Park Street Church and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Public Garden, Boston Common, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, Boston Latin School and Benjamin Franklin Statue, Old State House, Boston Massacre Site, Bill Russell Statue, Faneuil Hall, and Christopher Columbus Park.

Explore the vibrant streets of Boston through an engaging scavenger hunt that blends adventure with history. This interactive experience allows teams to uncover the city’s hidden gems, from the oldest park in the U.S. to its first botanical garden. Armed with an app, participants answer intriguing questions and capture memorable moments while racing against the clock for bonus points. Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this activity offers flexibility to explore at your own pace, making every second count in this memorable quest through Boston's iconic landmarks.

Experience Boston through a scavenger hunt game that you can play independently or with a team. Download an app and independently track down clues and solve puzzles to learn about Boston’s history and its famous landmarks. Upon the conclusion of the game, enjoy digital copies of your scavenger hunt photos.

Solve a vintage, real-life murder mystery as you explore historic places in Boston on an independent, smartphone scavenger hunt for your group of up to four people. You’ll gather clues and visit 10 landmarks including Boston Common, Granary Burying Ground, and the Boston Old State House, searching for passcodes that unlock the next puzzle. Booking this Boston-themed murder mystery lets you play on your own schedule, for maximum flexibility.

Team up with friends and family to solve clues, take on challenges, and play games while exploring Boston. Booking this scavenger hunt lets you play on your own schedule, visiting landmarks including the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, Boston Public Garden, and Boston Common. Use your smartphone to interact with a remote, live host, and compete on the game’s leaderboard to see how you measure up.

We create outdoor digital escape experiences. Explore the real world while solving our amazing puzzles. You and your team will explore amazing locations and need to solve a series of wickedly fun puzzles in order to complete our adventure. Played by over 200k players around the world.

Dash. Download the app and start the challenge with your group. Gain points as you find different objects around the city and complete fun challenges. Compete against other teams from around the country. You can also get help via chat from a virtual guide if you need it.