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Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston

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Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston

At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Price from
$445 / person
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
EN, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Meet at the 4th floor entrance of the North End Parking Garage (Pilgrim Parking). The tour guide will meet you outside of the entrance and will have a sign with your name.
Confirmation
Instant

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Description

Visit the real locations where the American Revolution began. Stand on Lexington Battle Green and listen to stories about the very first days of the war and the "shot heard around the world". Walk the Battle Road Trail, stage of multiple skirmishes between the Minutemen and the Redcoats and other "treasonous" events. Visit Concord's Old North Bridge, where the Minutemen routed the Redcoats on their march back to Boston! Return to Boston to visit important sights along the Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, USS Constitution (aka Old Ironside), the Bunker Hill Monument - home to the phrase "don't fire until you see the white's of their eyes", and more!

Tour Options

Cruiseport Pickup
  • Cruiseport Pickup: Pickup at Boston Flynn Cruiseport Pickup included
Standard Pickup
  • Standard Pickup: Pickup in Boston within 3 miles of the North End, EXCEPT at Boston Logan International Airport or at Boston Flynn Cruiseport Pickup included

Itinerary

25 min

See the Lexington Battle Green, where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired.

10 min

See the belfry building, used to sound the alarm when the British were marching on Lexington & Concord.

Pass by

See the Buckman Tavern where the Lexington Minute Men waited for the British to arrive.

20 min

Visit the site where Paul Revere was arrested by the British on his famous midnight ride! Learn about the multitude of inaccuracies of the famous poem the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere.

15 min

See the Old Bay Road, the actual path taken by the British on their way to and from Concord during the American Revolution. Take in the idyllic setting of times gone by.

25 min

Visit the historical Hartwell Tavern, located on the Battle Road Trail to see how colonists lived during the 18th century. This historical building stood there the day the British went to Concord - April 19, 1775.

Pass by

Drive by the "House of the Three Authors" in Concord. Three famous writers lived here at different points in time: Nathaniel Hawthorne, the Alcott family, and Margaret Sydney. Home to Laurie from Little Women.

Admission not included10 min

Drive by the famous Orchard House, where Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women. Optional quick stop for a photo opportunity.

25 min

Visit the location of the "shot heard around the world" in Concord. See the grave of the first British casualties of the American Revolution. The place where it all began.

10 min

See the house Ralph Waldo Emerson grew up. Emerson later gave Nathaniel Hawthorne and his wife the right to live at the famous residence as a wedding present.

20 min

Visit the famous "Author's Ridge" in the Sleepy Hollow cemetery to see the graves of the "famous four" writers who lived in Concord. Hear the stories of friendship and rivalries between Nathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry David Thoreau.

60 min

Free time for lunch at a local artisanal farm-to-table market in Boston. Over 20+ local vendors selling a wide variety of lunch options, including seafood, sandwiches, and sweets. Lunch price not included in the tour.

30 min

Tour the oldest working wooden ship in the world, put into service in 1797. Learn why the ship got the nickname "Old Ironsides" during the war of 1812.

20 min

See the Bunker Hill Monument and learn about the first official battle of the American Revolution. Hear the story behind the famous phrase "don't fire until you see the white's of their eyes".

Admission included30 min

Visit the Old North Church, famous for Paul Revere's lanterns. Learn the story behind the phrase of "one if by land, two if by sea", while sitting inside Paul Revere's pew.

20 min

See one of the oldest wooden houses in Boston, where Paul Revere lived for 20 years with his wife and 16 children!

Highlights

Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to Old North Church
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees

What's included

Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to Old North Church
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Not included
Gratuity

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup not available at Boston Logan Airport. You will receive a message two days before the tour with your guide's information. Our tour vehicles have a blue Boston Hidden Gems logo on the front doors. We will pick you up outside your hotel in Boston/Cambridge.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
  • Luggage - note that luggage will decrease vehicle capacity. If you have luggage, please let us know in your booking comments so we can confirm we will be able to safely handle it.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston take?

Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 16 stops.

How much does Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston cost?

Prices start at $445 per person for this Boston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup not available at Boston Logan Airport. You will receive a message two days before the tour with your guide's information. Our tour vehicles have a blue Boston Hidden Gems logo on the front doors. We will pick you up outside your hotel in Boston/Cambridge. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyNfrCNmv5oKFr4tGutKf+ao=.

What languages is Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston offered in?

The experience is available in EN, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 9 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats, please bring age appropriate car seats for kids who do not meet these criteria. We will not be able to do the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(7)

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PlannerK
July 11, 2025
A Local's View on the History you learned!

We had a great experience with this private 'driver-guide' service in a company mini-van. Guide Ryan is a Lexington native and that added 'real' to his sharing the history of the area. He was very observant regarding what we were truly interested in and those where it was 'OK to move along'. Lunch was nice break (on our own) with # of choices available. Ryan was professional, very personable, with extensive education background and we had no concerns with his driving! (Couple - early 60s- extensive luxury travel).

Operator response

Thanks so much for your review! We're glad you had a great time with Ryan!

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Joan_M
June 2, 2025
It was a great way to see...

It was a great way to see a lot in a relatively short time period. Only disappointment was the Old North Church and USS Constitution were not open.

Operator response

Thanks for your review! We appreciate the disappointment, but I'm sure you understand we can't control other business' opening hours - sounds like you had a great tour regardless, though, which is wonderful!

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Bill_L
May 16, 2025
Wonderful

Our tour guide, Ryan, was very knowledgeable and did a great job. I truly would have loved to actually drive through the town of Concord and be able to see the town itself. Not just about the history.

Operator response

Thanks for your review! We're glad Ryan did a great job for your tour! We are a little confused about your comment about Concord, because the tour does drive through downtown. It is a very small downtown, just a street or two, so you may not have realized that that was the extent of it. If there was any other reason that you didn't give us 5 stars, we would love to hear it! Please contact us at info@bostonhiddengems.com

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Anoja_R
December 14, 2024
Great tour of Boston, Lexington and Concord

Chronological tour which follows the major events leading to the American Revolutionary War. Started the day in Lexington and Concord and then came back into Boston to see sites along The Freedom Trail. Our tour guide Mark was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour very much.

Operator response

We are so happy that you had a great tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston with Mark. Thank you so much for your review!

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sarah_b
August 23, 2024
Fun tour guide

Ryan was extremely knowledgeable and witty. He drove us everywhere and we enjoyed this tour alot. It was one of our favorites on our trip. Thanks for making Boston fun!

Operator response

Ryan knows Concord better than most - we're glad he showed off his knowledge! Thanks so much for your review!

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Z3416DGwilliamg
July 25, 2024
BEST Tour of Lexington and Concord

Maria was an excellent tour guide. Her knowledge of and enthusiasm for Boston area history is unsurpassed. The tour stops she chose could not have been better, including the lunch stop. We have zero complaints regarding any aspect of the tour and give her our highest recommendation.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your five-star review! We're thrilled that Maria gave you a wonderful tour, and we appreciate your recommendation!

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Amie A
June 4, 2024
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Maria was amazing. So full of knowledge regarding the history and present information of Boston. Would recommend doing at the beginning of your trip - to see what sights you shouldn’t miss. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your review! I'm glad you enjoyed the Lexington, Concord, and Boston tour! It was great showing fellow history buffs around!

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