Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
Description
Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, providing guests a chance to see ALL SIXTEEN official landmarks on the Freedom Trail. Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1775, the tumultuous period leading up to the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country. With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.
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Itinerary
Meet your guide inside Boston Common at the Boston Foundation Monument on the northern boundary of the park, opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108). The granite memorial features a bronze relief depicting two men shaking hands, when the Puritans arrived in 1630 to what is now Boston.
The iconic Freedom Trail links 16 historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston
Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634)
Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809)
Boston's third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660)
Massachusetts state capitol and "Hub of the Solar System" (1798)
First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754)
Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630)
Site of oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635)
Center of Boston politics for more than a century (1865)
Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of Boston Tea Party (1773)
Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718)
Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713)
Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770)
Renowned political leader of Boston's Sons of Liberty
Hosted Boston's town meeting and known today as "The Cradle of Liberty" (1742)
Oldest restaurant in the United States (1826) located in historic building (1704)
Historic public square in heart of Boston's North End (1634)
Home of Paul Revere and oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680)
Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775)
Boston's oldest church held signal lanterns during Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723)
Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659)
Our tour concludes overlooking the Charles River and two major Freedom Trail landmarks: the U.S.S. Constitution (1797) and Bunker Hill Monument (1775 battle)
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods
Reviews(7,553)
Sven was extremely knowledgeable about all of Boston's history. He gave such detailed information which helped to paint a great picture of what went on in the past and was very easy to understand. Sven was the best tour guide my gf and I have ever had.
Nick was a fantastic guide leading us through history on the streets of Boston! I appreciated his energy and enthusiasm. Highly recommend
Dave was a great guide - very knowledgeable. The Freedom Trail tour was a well structured walk with plenty of interesting and engaging facts. The young teens with us really enjoyed it as well!
Mark was very knowledgeable and the fact that he is a history teacher helped make this a great tour and a great way to experience the Freedom Trail.
Our tour guide Sven was outstanding. His storytelling and knowledge of historical facts and incorporation of the two made for a fun and delightful experience. Sven was very personable and worked to ensure we had shade when we made stops and he gave us the background on the ladmarks.
Dave, the owner of Hub town tours was our guide. He did a phenomenal job and was extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend this company.
Very educational. Our tour guide Gianna loved the history of Boston and you could tell as she guided us through the city. We were debating going on a self guided tour but it was the perfect choice to go on the tour. I know we got extra information that we would not have gotten had we gone on our own.
A wonderful way to explore Boston and learn its history! The day was hot but our tour guide made sure there was plenty of shade and the pace was good for everyone. Can’t recommend it enough to anyone who is visiting Boston.
A little difficult getting our bearings in the park but check the checking in process, our guide, whose name was Dave, and the tour was fabulous! He was very personable, knowledgeable, and thorough. take any tour in the future with him.
Amazing tour! Highly recommend! Brad was extremely knowledgeable and engaging and fun! Fairly priced, lots to see!
