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Tours/Boston/Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

4.6(480)Boston2 hours
VIATOR4.6(225)TRIPADVISOR4.7(255)
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
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Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour
Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$45 / person
Location
Boston, United States
Rating
4.6 / 5 · 480 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Boston CityWalks
Meeting point
Departure PointThe corner of State and Congress Streets (outside Citizens Bank Building), and across State Street from the Old State HouseAddress28 State Street,Boston, MA 02109DatesDaily

Description

See THREE AREAS on our Walking Tour: The Freedom Trail Downtown, Beacon Hill and Back Bay! No Costumes! No Huge Groups! Enjoy Boston's history, vibrant atmosphere and wonderful architecture on this 2-hr Guided Walking Tour of the Downtown Freedom Trail between Faneuil Hall and Boston Common, historic Beacon Hill and end in Copley Square, Back Bay. Sites include the Old and New State House, Old Granary Burial Ground, and the site of the Boston Massacre. See where the Boston aristocracy lives on Beacon Hill on our way to the Boston Public Garden and the Victorian brownstones in historic Back Bay. See the famous Cheers restaurant, Newbury Street and Commonwealth Avenue on our way to the Boston Marathon Finish Line. Other Highlights include The Boston Massacre Site, Old & New City Halls, Old South Meeting House, King's Chapel, Park Street Church, Beacon Hill, Boston Public Garden, Swan Boats, Boston Public Library, Trinity Church.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
10:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 17+)
$45
Child (ages 5–16)
$23

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.

Tour Options

Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

Itinerary

Freedom Trail
70 min

Downtown Freedom Trail History & Architecture from Faneuil Hall to Boston Common. Includes Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, The Old State House, Boston Massacre Site, Old South Meeting House, Old Corner Bookstore, Old City Hall, First Schoolhouse Site, King's Chapel, Tremont Temple, Old Granary Cemetery, Park Street Church, New State House and Boston Common. Plus Additional interesting architecture along the way!

Beacon Hill
15 min

We pass Beacon Hill where the Boston Aristocracy lived and see its historic Federal Style Architecture as well as other interesting features of the area like the Frog Pond, Purple Windows and Gas lamps.

Boston Public Garden
10 min

On we see the interesting sites of Boston Common, we will get the story of how Boston was transformed with the largest landfill in the world by using technology to fill in and create Back Bay, starting with the Boston Public Garden, the first Botanical Garden in the U.S. We will see the Swan Boat Lagoon, Make Way for Ducklings Statues, the Monument to the first successful use of ether - and, of course, Cheers!

Back Bay
15 min

We will see Boston's "Parisian-based" residential Commonwealth Avenue and the Boutique Area of Newbury Street. We'll relate other restaurants and other interesting sites as well.

Copley Square
10 min

We will end our Walking Tour in Copley Square after we view the beautiful architecture in the area, including Trinity Church, the Boston Public Library, The New Old South Church and John Hancock Tower, plus a whole lot more! We end near the Boston Marathon Finish Line, the oldest continuously operated Marathon in the World.

What's included

Included
See Victorian Brownstones throughout the Back Bay neighborhood
Stroll through the Boston Public Garden and view the Swan Boats
Professional/Local Guide
2-Hour Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail + Back Bay via Beacon Hill
See popular sites between Faneuil Hall and Copley Square including Old State House & Quincy Market
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.6
480 reviews
5
377
4
57
3
25
2
13
1
8

How it compares in Boston

  • No. 37 by number of reviews among 478 tours in Boston
  • Starting price $45 is close to the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Boston

Excurgo comparison of 478 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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 Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour take?

Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at $45 per person for this Boston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM.

How much does Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour cost for children?

Children aged 5–16 pay from $23, adults from $45.

Can I cancel Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay 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 Departure Point: The corner of State and Congress Streets (outside Citizens Bank Building), and across State Street from the Old State House. Address: 28 State Street,. Boston, MA 02109. Dates: Daily. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay 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 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 480 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Boston CityWalks.

Reviews(480)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$45/ person
4.6(480)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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