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.
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)
Alex was a wonderful tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and easy to hear and understand during what is sometimes a busy environment. She made this tour the best one we had taken on our trip. Would recommend a tour with her.
My tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was engaging and educational. I had a great time.
Lots of stories. Passionate guide. Walk was doable. Stories told at various stops. Stops didn’t provide an opportunity to sit. I needed a chair due to some back pain/issue. 2.5 hours was about 3+ hours. I would do the tour again.
Lot of walking but easy pace (I am 84 but in good health). We had a really good guide, Zoe. I will recommend to others
Very informative, learned a lot, the tour guide Adrian was knowledgeable and make this learning experience fun.
Excellent tour by Alex . Very informative and told in a very engaging way. Highly recommend . Great value
Our guide had a lot to say! Be prepared to cover a LOT of ground! We walked and talked for about three hours. Be ready to depart exactly on time and bring a bottle of water. Lots of walking and standing.
Thanks for the great review, Meredith! Our tours tend to run two and a half hours long and cover the first two miles of the Freedom Trail. We definitely recommend good shoes, water, and rest before your journey. Our guides will always be mindful of their group's needs and will include places for their guests to sit down, as well as a bathroom and water break at the midpoint of the tour. We're so glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again here at Hub Town!
This was a wonderful tour! Elizabeth was a great guide, and I really learned a lot about the history of Boston. I liked being in a small group too, so I could ask questions as we went.
Thanks for the five stars, Isabela! We agree, Elizabeth is an incredible! Her passion and in-depth knowledge of Bostonian history always keeps her tour informative and engaging! We also like keeping our groups small to foster a more personal tour experience. We hope to see you soon with us again here at Hub Town!
AMAZING TOUR! Kile was super knowledgeable, enthusiastic and excellent storyteller! Enjoyed and learned so much! Definitely a huge win in our visit to Boston!
Thanks for the great review, Adriana! We agree, Kile is an incredible guide! His passion and in-depth knowledge of Bostonian history always brings the Freedom Trail to life! We're so glad you enjoyed your time with us here at Hub Town!
Nick was a great host and historian. Lots of walking but you get ro see A LOT of Boston. Loved being in a small group. Just seeing some of the larger groups pass us made me appreciate our tour guide and the smaller group.
Thanks for the great review, Chana! We agree, Nick is an incredible guide! His extensive knowledge and background as a college professor always keeps his tours entertaining and educational. We hope to see you soon with us here at Hub Town!
