Top Boston Tours, Sightseeing &amp; Cruises

City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Explore the best of Boston at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass and see Boston’s top attractions, including the USS Constitution, the original bar from TV show “Cheers,” and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, to name a few. The pass includes discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to enjoy during or after the tour.

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

Boston Holiday Cocoa Cruise

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.

North End Boston Food Tour: Pizza, Pasta, and Pastries

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Lexington, Massachusetts - Liberty Ride Trolley Tour

New England Fall Lunch Cruise in Boston Harbor

Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide

Travel back in time, to the early years of the United States of America, during this guided walking tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail and beyond. Relive the events of the American Revolution as you pass Faneuil Hall, see the Old and New State Houses, and visit the setting of the infamous Boston Massacre. Then head downtown past Boston Common and the modern John Hancock Tower, finishing in Copley Square.

Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

Explore Newport in a single day without planning or driving from Boston. This small-group tour includes pre-booked mansion admissions, guided transport with hotel pickup, and free time in the historic waterfront district to help you use your time efficiently. Visit iconic mansions, enjoy a scenic coastal walk, and discover additional historic landmarks along the way. With logistics handled in advance, you can focus on architecture, scenery, and independent exploring.

Newport Small-Group Day Tour: The Breakers & Marble House

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Let a costumed colonial dressed expert Guide show you Samuel Adams Boston, Sam Adams was a key figure in many of Boston's key Revolutionary events The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party and more... At The Tour of The Freedom Trail, our Mission is to provide family-friendly experiences that guide guests as they discover Boston's history on walking tours to the historic locations along Boston's Freedom Trail. Join us on a 1 hour and 45 minute walking tour and learn about the inspiring history of Boston on The Tour of The Freedom Trail. Traverse through the graveyards and sites of the Boston's history including the Tea Party and The Boston Massacre with a costumed historical interpreter.

1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 55 minutesFree Cancellation

Freedom Trail Experience

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.

Boston North End Food Tour with Wine and Limoncello Tasting

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Beacon Hill + Public Garden Walking Tour: History+ Fun Photo Tips

Get the true Boston experience with your 2-hour Segway tour! Starting with the same route as your 1-hour tour before gliding your way through the Longfellow Bridge and into Cambridge where the magnificent Boston skyline can be seen in all its beauty. From the sparkling river to the tall buildings stretching into the sky, the view is breathtaking and a memory that will last a lifetime! You will then loop back through Beacon Hill and back through Downtown Boston. Sites of the Freedom Trail that you see in the 2-hour tour include all of those in the 1-hour in addition to the Boston Common, King's Chapel, Boston Latin & Benjamin Franklin Statue, Old South Meeting House, New State House, and the Corner Bookstore. You will also get to see the most photographed street in America - Acorn Street and so much more! The 2-hour tour is truly a very comprehensive and exciting tour of the city and it's most important landmarks from both past and present.

2 Hour Boston Segway Tour

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.

New England Aquarium Admission Ticket in Boston

Save time—and money—and pair your Boston sightseeing with a frothy brew or two on this combination history tour and tavern crawl. Meet your guide and set off with just a small group for company. Wander along the city’s Freedom Trail, and see several key Boston attractions—all while your guide shares the stories and history behind the sights. As you go, stop for refreshing beers in several centuries-old taverns.

Boston's Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Beer Included

Seeing the best of Boston doesn’t get any easier, or more economical, than with Go City's Boston All-Inclusive Pass. This flexible sightseeing pass allows visitors to pick and choose from a wide variety of Boston’s top things to do, at any pace desired over the course of one, two, three, five, or seven consecutive days. Simply save the pass (available as your 'ticket' after purchase) on your mobile device and go. No voucher redemption is required.

Boston Pass: 40+ Things To Do - Includes Franklin Park Zoo

1 to 7 days

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from $79

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.

A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Iconic Boston Food & History Tour

A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Iconic Boston Food & History Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

With limited vacation days in Boston, don’t risk wasting time on disappointing meals. Bypass the city’s tourist traps on this shared food tour through the historic North End district. Explore food stalls in two bustling marketplaces—Quincy Market and Boston Public Market—and indulge in a handpicked selection of tastings through Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood, from a classic New England clam chowder to wood-fired pizza and a Boston cream donut.

2-Hour Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Italian Flavors

Explore the pivotal sites of the American Revolution on this self-guided driving tour of Lexington and Concord. Follow the historic Battle Road where the first shots of freedom rang out on April 19, 1775. With engaging storytelling, you'll learn about Paul Revere's midnight ride, the brave colonists who stood their ground, and the ambushes that changed history. This tour allows you to set your own pace, stop at iconic sites like the Old North Bridge, and soak in the rich history of America's fight for independence. - Drive the actual path of the British march and colonial resistance - Visit significant sites including Lexington Battle Green and Minute Man National Historical Park - Enjoy flexibility with no schedules, allowing for exploration at your leisure - Approximately 2–3 hours in duration, depending on your stops and exploration

Self Guided Driving Tour Battle of Lexington and Concord

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Boston’s architectural history is spread across several neighborhoods—this small-group walking tour links Back Bay, the Public Garden, and Beacon Hill with commentary from a Boston guide with 20+ years of experience. See landmarks including Copley Square, the Swan Boats, and Acorn Street, while practical smartphone photo tips help you capture the city without taking a technical photography class.

Boston Architectural Landmarks & History Tour with Photo Tips

Boston CityPASS® — Planning a trip to Boston? Save 45% on admission to four must-see attractions. Experience Boston’s must-see tourist attractions — and enjoy considerable savings — on this exciting Boston CityPASS. Choose four admissions between the following seven attractions: New England Aquarium, Museum of Science, Boston Harbor City Cruises, View Boston Observation Deck, Franklin Park Zoo, or Harvard Museum of Natural History This Boston CityPASS is valid for 9 consecutive days from date of first use. Convenient mobile tickets are valid for 1 year from the date of purchase. Transportation to and from the attractions is not included.

from $84

Boston Walking Tour of The Freedom Trail, Small Group

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour | Small Group

Take in 16 historic landmarks along Boston’s Freedom Trail on a self-guided tour that offers the flexibility to explore at your own pace. You can access turn-by-turn directions whenever you want, so you can start, pause, and restart the tour on your own schedule. As you follow the Freedom Trail, you’ll hear stories about local history, legendary Americans, and founding fathers and from a Boston insider.

Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

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Boston to New Hampshire Fall Foliage White Mountains Day Trip

Nikki_B, Oct 2026

Fantastic Day in the white mountains

This was an amazing trip that I will always remember! There was so many beautiful stops throughout the day and so much color still left on the trees even though we were past the peak. Our driver Marquis was absolutely fantastic!!! He really made our trip so fun and enjoyable. He is very knowledgeable and we learned so many fun facts. Thanks to him all the group got to know each other and we all had a fantastic day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone and if you get Marquis as your driver it certainly will be an added bonus.

Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Meghan_C, Oct 2026

Best Walking Tour!!

This was my favorite tour!! Alissa is a local and knows the greatest stories!! She also can recommend some amazing restaurants! My mom and I loved the tour, and my mom raved about it to everyone we met afterward. This really gives you the essence of Boston history in 2.5 hours. Their are lots of walking tours, but I swear, this one will give you everything you wanted and more!

Boston to Plymouth Day-Trip including Quincy, Plimoth Patuxet and Mayflower II

James_V, Oct 2026

5 stars for Thach - an excellent tour and guide

This was an excellent varied tour, which did not disappoint. Thach, our driver and tour guide was fantastic; knowledgeable, witty, and a good story teller. I would recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in history and of the separatist founders/ pilgrims who landed in 1620.

Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide

Suzan_J, Oct 2026

Great way to see the Freedom Trail

‘Samuel Gray’ aka Jeff… was amazing! We learned so much about the various stops on the Freedom Trail; things we wouldn’t have found out otherwise. He managed our very large group with ease and efficiency! He made sure we could hear him and since we had elementary age kids, that was important to keep their attention. Highly recommend!! Our only negative is that the group was SO large ( best guess 30 people) we had hoped they could have split the group for ease of movement in busy streets and small spaces. Our thought when booking was that group sizes were limited to smaller numbers but that wasn’t our experience.

Boston Seafood Tour: Behind the Scenes at the Historic Fish Pier

Shawn_S, Oct 2026

Worth it

The tour was all that it advertised! Our guide Will, showcased the development of Seaport district in both the past and the present. He was informative and funny with a well designed tour. Food was excellent/good portions. Contemporary Art & Smithsonian Finance Museum very close to food tour meeting spot. Fun day in South Boston! 5 day Charlotte to Boston vacation

Boston to Kennebunkport Day Trip with Optional Trolley Tour

MEREDITH_A, Oct 2026

Very nice trip!

I really enjoyed this trip. Jennifer (Jennifah) , our guide, was a hoot! She also clearly loves the Maine coast and that made it even more special. If they ever want to tweak the tour, I wouldn't mind spending a little time in downtown Ogunquit in exchange for a little less time in Kennebunkport. I just feel like there is more of a variety of things to do in Ongunquit. Either way, it was a great day trip! This was actually the second time I have taken it,and I am sure to take it again. I live in Boston and could rent a car, but this way I get to enjoy the scenery and relax!

Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors and Heritage Walk

lorrena_a, Sep 2026

We loved this tour. It...

We loved this tour. It was true to the description. I thought it would just be tiny bites of the food you get, but it was all full size and it was all so delicious. We were all so stuufed by the time it was over. Our guide did a great job telling us the history of the North End. I highly recommend this tour.

Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour from Boston

Maggie_P, Sep 2026

We had a great time on...

We had a great time on our Martha’s Vineyard tour! Rory was our driver and he was fantastic very friendly, knowledgeable, and informative throughout the entire tour. He shared so many interesting facts about the island and made the experience both fun and enjoyable. It was a wonderful way to see and learn about Martha’s Vineyard. Highly recommend the tour, and especially Rory!

Boston to Newport Trip with Breakers and Marble House Admission

C_D, Aug 2026

You should really book it! You won’t be disappointed.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience on the Newport Small Group Tour from Boston! Two days before the trip, I received a call with detailed information about exactly where we would meet, and everything went exactly as promised. We were greeted at the designated location right on time, given our itinerary, and from there, the entire day ran like clockwork. A few days earlier, I had taken a small-group tour to Maine that I thought was great—until I took this trip with Chris! Chris was training another guide on the day of our tour, so we essentially got a two-for-one experience when it came to the tour guides. Both were fantastic! From the historic buildings in Boston to the entire drive into Rhode Island, we learned interesting facts and stories about the landmarks along the way. The trip was incredibly well organized and completely seamless. Although the tour was about 11 hours long, it never felt overwhelming or too long. The time really flew by because there was always something interesting to see or learn about. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone staying in Boston who wants to take a day trip to Newport and experience the beautiful Rhode Island mansions. Chris and the team did an outstanding job!

Ghosts of Boston Night-Time Walking Tour

Calypso_G, Mar 2026

Awesome Spooky Escapades

50,000,000/10 experience, best tour I've ever been on, our tour guide, Justin did a wonderful job of balancing historical information with spiritual information. He was very outgoing, friendly, and comedical. That guy deserves a standing ovation and 800 raises. He truly made the experience.

Boston Holiday Cocoa Cruise

Meghan_F, Dec 2025

Cozy and FUN Hot Cocoa Cruise

What a delight. The ambiance was perfect. Decorated with wreathes and garlands and light. A LOVELY jazz band played tasteful holiday tunes throughout the ride. The hot chocolate was DELICIOUS and unlimited! And they had a cool whipped cream dispenser for exceptionally yummy and fresh whipped cream. Coffee was also available for free, so we made a coffee-hot chocolate. So yummy. They also offer “spiked” hot chocolate from the bar. You can purchase special liquor combinations in fancy cups to then add to your hot chocolate as well. We got baileys and peppermint schnapps to add to ours which was also very good. Overall, it was a relaxing, cozy and fun boat cruise for this time of year. Here are some tips: 1)We went on the 3pm ride which I’d highly recommended. It’s an hour and a half and so we finished promptly at 4:30. The sun set at 4:22 so the lighting over the harbor was so perfect even with some haze in the sky. Plus once you exit, it’s perfect timing to head to your favorite spot for a dinner reservation. 2) Bring some small games! You’ll get an assigned table spot which I thought helped make it stress free. Our group brought small travel-sized versions of Bananagrams and Qwirkle to play on the ride. It was perfect! The games plus the music, hot chocolate, jazz music, and the peaceful ride in the harbor made such a perfect combination for a memorable afternoon.

2-Hour Beacon Hill True Crime Expert Guided Tour

Steven_S, Dec 2025

Fantastic Beacon Hill Crime Tour

We had a lot of fun on our Beacon Hill "True Crime" Tour with Andrew! The stories were fascinating, and just the right amount of spooky yet funny and interesting – a perfect mix of history and intrigue that kept everyone interested. Walking through the charming streets of Beacon Hill at night made it all feel so immersive and fun.Our guide Andrew was outstanding – knowledgeable and an incredible storyteller. What really stood out was how well the tour worked for our family group: we had our 12- and 14-year-old kids plus my 80-year-old in-laws, and everyone loved it equally. Highly recommend this tour – it's a unique and entertaining way to see Boston!Thanks again, Andrew – you made our evening memorable!