Boston Sightseeing Tour - a fully-narrated driving tour
Recommended by 96% of travelers
Boston, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Maximize time in Boston with a private sightseeing tour. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice in Boston and set out on a half-day excursion. Learn about the history behind top landmarks including the Paul Revere House, the USS Constitution, and the Bunker Hill Battle Monument. Explore several neighborhoods including Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and the South End.
- Meet a private guide for a sightseeing tour in Boston
- Learn about Boston history including the Boston Tea Party
- See landmarks like Fenway Park and Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- Get to know several different Boston neighborhoods
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Food. Drink, Museum Fees, Souvenirs, etc.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Anywhere within a ten mile radius of downtown Boston
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 01/12/2023 - 05/14/2027
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Itinerary
The Paul Revere House (Pass By)
Old North Church & Historic Site (Pass By)
USS Constitution (Pass By)
Bunker Hill Monument (Pass By)
Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Pass By)
Boston Common (Pass By)
Back Bay (Pass By)
Copley Square (Pass By)
Christian Science Plaza (Pass By)
Fenway Park (Pass By)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (Pass By)
Harvard University (Pass By)
Beacon Hill (Pass By)
Old South Meeting House (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 57 reviews
Dyan_K, Oct 2025
Peter was punctual & full of historic information + he was funny. We had a wonderful time with him. He filled us in on all the points of interest, giving us from the time the British and other countries came here all the way through about the 1950s. If we needed to make a stop, he was willing to do that. And all the anecdotal information that you can’t find in a book was such fun to hear.
Patricia_C, Oct 2025
I booked the 3-hour private driving tour in Boston, and from start to finish it was unforgettable — all thanks to our guide, Peter.
From the moment we were picked up at the cruise port, it was clear we were in good hands. The van was spotless, comfortable, and climate-controlled. Peter’s punctuality and friendliness instantly put us at ease.
As we rolled through Boston’s neighborhoods — Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End — Peter seamlessly wove together stories, historical context, and fun anecdotes. He navigated tight streets like a pro, making sure we caught striking views (and photo stops) without compromising the itinerary. His knowledge is seemingly bottomless: he referenced dates, personalities, lesser-known tales, and surprised us with this fun facts.
We passed by so many iconic sites: the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill, Faneuil Hall, Copley Square, Fenway Park, Harvard, MIT, and more. None of that felt like mere “drive-by” narration — Peter made each landmark come alive through storytelling.
He has a warm, inviting personality — we felt like we were touring with a knowledgeable friend rather than a guide “on duty.”
His passion for Boston is infectious! By the end we walked away feeling like insiders, not just tourists.
In short: Peter exceeded every expectation. If you visit Boston (even for just a few hours), book this tour. You’ll see the city, yes—but more importantly, you’ll feel the city, through stories, context, and heart. We will remember this tour for years to come — thank you, Peter!
Robert_C, Oct 2025
Peter was an excellent source of information. You can really tell he loves what he is doing. He answered all questions in depth and with lots of facts to back it up. He is very patient and a funny guy! 8 stars out of 5. Do not hesitate to book his service.
Michael_B, Aug 2025
Very Comprehensive tour of Boston . Peter was an excellent tour guide. I was impressed with his knowledge of the city and area.
Sherri_E, Jul 2025
It was an unbelievable experience. He had all the information and dates for the past 300 years about Boston. We had a History major with us and she was so impressed with how much he knew…
Robert_W, Apr 2025
Very knowledgeable driver. Great way to see overall Biston!! Excellent experience! Would fo it again.
Collette_H, Jan 2025
Peter was just amazing!!! Full of so much historical knowledge, went to places one would never know about! Highly recommend!
Skip_H, Dec 2024
Great comfortable experience. Full of great information laughs facts. I’ve never heard overall so enjoyable. The van was great. Peter was spot on with all of his conversation and wit and humor. Incredibly engaging experience great way to see Boston without walking everywhere. Felt like I have a whole new appreciation for history and for the town. People who love history will love this people who just want to be entertained. Will love this. We can’t recommend it any more.
linsey_c, Nov 2024
Peter is so kind and punctual. he knows a lot of boston. it was very helpful. thank you so much peter!
Jennifer_S, Nov 2024
Our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable, a great story teller. The ride was spacious and clean, waters provided. We chose a private tour for a special weekend away with another couple. Would recommend 10 out of 10. Love Boston!!!!
Renee_L, Oct 2024
Peter had a great personality and was extremely knowledgable of each significant building and historical area of Boston. We had an enjoyable tour.
Diana_B, Oct 2024
Peter provided a great historical overview of Boston while showing us the key highlights of the city in a comfortable mini van!
Vivian_A, Oct 2024
The City core with all of the old buildings and the history of them was great. The guide was a great driver. He was able to maneuver those difficult streets with no problem. I would take this tour and decide where you want to visit after you return.
Lynne_M, Oct 2024
Peter was very knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed this trip! So much to see in Boston. So glad we booked!
Barb_B, Oct 2024
The personal van tour was perfect for us! We saw an amazing amount of historic sights and Peter was very knowledgeable! We could not have begun to drive to see any of these sights as the streets are extremely narrow and busy. The day was sunny but blustery and cool so would not have been comfortable walking. Peter answered all of our questions and told the history of Boston in an educational but entertaining manner. Peter deserves to be commended for his great and professional job!
Aaron_C, Sep 2024
Comprehensive overview of Boston and Cambridge in 3 hours by a very affabl
e and knowledgeable guide. This private tour was a perfect way for our party, which included someone with very limited mobility, to see Boston and learn its history.
Robert_R, Sep 2024
My driver was absolutely fabulous. Very informative felt like I was riding with a family member rather than a tour guide that we hired. I definitely use them again well worth it.
Joan_Z, Sep 2024
Very very disappointed in my $500.00 3 hour Boston City Tour with Peter on Tuesday, Sept 17th. Peter is a well read tour guide, but is a greedy money hungry ….. “hurry up and get it done within 3 hours” so I don’t make less money tour guide.
He would get upset when we would ask questions or ask to take pictures. Because of traffic..not his fault..not ours…we missed seeing many highlights of Boston. We all had until 5:00, but he wasn’t going to go one minute over the allotted 3 hours and making $250.00 per hour! We caught quick glimpses of Old Ironside, Quincey Market, Old North Church, Harvard, etc. But like I said “quick glances”! We missed Trinity Church in Copley Square as well as the original area with the original tiny streets. The other lady in our shared car was very interested in seeing the area of the Boston Tea Party. Because she was persistent, Peter did jump out of the car and take a quick terrible picture for us and her.
So very very disappointed!!! If you want a well versed quick run through expensive tour of Boston…Peter is your man. It certainly wasn’t how I was wanting to see Boston.🥲🥲So disappointed!
Anne_W, Aug 2024
Fabulous tour of Boston, Charlestown and Cambridge! Peter picked up my husband, teenage daughters and me at our hotel. He gave us a wonderful overview of Boston that was interesting and entertaining. We stopped a few places for pics. Would highly recommend Peter’s tour! Perfect way to see ALL the sights!
Margaret_P, May 2024
Peter was amazing. His vehicle is immaculate, his knowledge is vast, and he has a very nice personality. Three generations of us went to Boston for only two days to research our roots. Peter took us on a very informative Boston city tour. When we told him that we also wanted to make a couple of stops to see a bank that our great-grandfather founded in 1921, and see the house where he grew up, Peter planned the routing so we could make these stops; he even helped us take some pictures. Peter went out of his way to make our trip enjoyable including the airport pickup and departure service. We all feel fortunate that we selected this particular tour.
Doris_G, May 2024
Peter was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Our family enjoyed the tour very much. We visited many key areas of the city.
OBrien_S, May 2024
Peter shared his knowledge of Boston history that was fascinating, and he related to our family very well. He worked around our schedule and we absolutely loved the experience!!!
VINCENT_A, Mar 2024
Peter knew the city inside and out he answered every question we had. We are now Boston experts. Peter was great with the children and explained everything to them. Now they are Boston chatterboxes
Doug_F, Mar 2024
Peter was very knowledgeable, well spoken, friendly and accommodating! We learned a lot and saw a lot!
Randy_H, Oct 2023
It was an excellent tour, covering a lot of territory and history. Peter was very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional.
Joel_W, Oct 2023
Peter impressed us with thorough knowledge of the Revolution and back stories. The history of Boston along with many historical sites.
Karin_H, Oct 2023
It was a great tour and Peter was a wonderful guide. He took us all over Boston from Beacon Hill to Harvard with stories and anecdotes about the history of Boston, and the famous (and infamous) people from Boston. He could answer all our questions with an impressive depth of knowledge. It was a delightful experience.
Robbi_W, Oct 2023
Peter was an excellent tour guide! We enjoyed learning all about Boston, it’s history and sites. A great tour to get a nice introduction to the city right upon our arrival.
Mike_F, Oct 2023
Peter is fabulous! Knows the places and the back stories. If you want more than just seeing the places this is for you. ++++
David_R, Oct 2023
Peter was a awesome tour guide. He was very knowledgeable, he stopped when we wanted too. We had a great time.
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