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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $39 / person
- Location
- Boston, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 8,167 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Hub Town Tours
- Meeting point
- 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.
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 32 times a day, 8:45 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $39
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:49 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 701 of the next 960 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
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.
Freedom Trail
The iconic Freedom Trail links 16 historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston
Boston Common
Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634)
Park Street Church
Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809)
Granary Burying Ground
Boston's third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660)
Massachusetts State House
Massachusetts state capitol and "Hub of the Solar System" (1798)
King's Chapel
First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754)
King's Chapel Burying Ground
Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630)
Statue of Benjamin Franklin
Site of oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635)
Old City Hall
Center of Boston politics for more than a century (1865)
Old South Meeting House
Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of Boston Tea Party (1773)
Old Corner Bookstore
Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718)
Old State House
Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713)
Boston Massacre Site
Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770)
Statue of Samuel Adams
Renowned political leader of Boston's Sons of Liberty
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
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)
North Square Park
Historic public square in heart of Boston's North End (1634)
The Paul Revere House
Home of Paul Revere and oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680)
Paul Revere Statue
Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775)
Old North Church & Historic Site
Boston's oldest church held signal lanterns during Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723)
Copp's Hill Burying Ground
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)
What's included
Included
Small Groups (16 guests max)
Downtown Boston & North End
Freedom Trail (All 16 landmarks)
Not included
Gratuity for guide (optional)
Admission inside museums
Charlestown neighborhood
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
8,167 reviews
How it compares in Boston
- Rated higher than 75% of 189 reviewed tours in Boston
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 478 tours in Boston
- Starting price $39 is 20% below the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Boston
Excurgo comparison of 478 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour take?
Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 23 stops.
How much does Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this Boston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 32 departures a day between 8:45 AM and 4:30 PM.
Does Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour sell out?
It can: 701 of the next 960 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(8,167)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Great in every way!
Our guide was dynamic, knowledgeable and presented clear information in an interesting way. I learned so much! The pace was very doable and she welcomed questions and comments.
T
Wonderful and insightful
Zoe was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. She told the history of Boston, referencing timelines and providing visual aids through the tour. Would highly recommend the first tour of the day to avoid mid day crowds.
B
Freedom Trail
Lin was a perfect guide. Very knowledgeable.
L
Freedom walking tour
Very informative! Learned a lot of history. Alejandro was friendly and entertaining. He did a fantastic job.
R
A fun way to see and learn about our history
Rosalie our guide was excellent. So much to show and tell us about but did it in a funway without overload. Boston is an amazing city and so much of our history started here it really makes you think about our current problems clearly. Highly recommend it especially if you are history buff.
M
Great tour
Great tour. Dimas was so knowledgeable and a great storyteller. I learned a lot. I thought it might be too long with difficult fast walking (I’m 73 and don’t do stairs or hills well) but I kept up fine. Highly recommend.
8
Freedom Trail
Our guide, Meagan, was very experienced and knowledgeable. I enjoyed the places and stops. However, I interpreted that the "stops" would include actually entering many of the sites we only stood outside (e.g., Old North Church, Old South Meeting Hall, The Great Hall, Paul Revere Home, etc.). The tour ran 15 min over and the walk back to where we needed to be did not allow time for us to return on our own time. We stood most of the stops. I wonder if there is a way to shorten the trip and still provide the history detail. 2 hrs and 45 minutes is a long time to stand and walk and listen.
G
Extremely informative and interesting.
Very enjoyable and informative tour. David P was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining, and made the tour great.
L
Awesome Trip
Was a really good tour, our guide Dave was very knowledgeable about the history of Boston, his pace was very reasonable. Would definitely recommend this tour.
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