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Fun Tour!
Jeff was a wonderful, knowledgeable and entertaining guide. This tour really brings history to life. It was so easy to book, find and follow!
Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Location
- Boston, United States
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 373 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Boston Town Crier - Tours of Freedom Trail
- Meeting point
- Visitor's Center in Boston Common
Description
Walk the historic Freedom Trail with us and see 11 of 16 sights, the perfect length to keep you absorbed and entertained while learning at the same time. Follow along with us and enjoy the stroll without worrying about directions or getting lost on your own. It’s great for families and solo travelers alike. Our guides go through rigorous training from an experienced Freedom Trail tour guide and professional actor because we want your time with us to be fun and memorable. Dressed in Revolutionary period clothing, you will truly immerse in the moment while we bring history to life together!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13–52)
- $30
- Senior (ages 53+)
- $24
- Youth (ages 7–12)
- $20
- Child (ages 0–6)
- $12
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Park Street Church
The church at which early puritanism evolved into protestant abolishment.
Boston Common
They will hear about the early history of Boston.
Massachusetts State House
A historic government building built in 1795 representing that government is illegitimate without the peoples consent.
Granary Burying Ground
Historic graveyard (over 350 years old) with more signers of the U.S. constitution than anywhere in America.
King's Chapel
Historic church, originally church of England (origianlly built around 1688).
Boston Latin School
Sight of the oldest public school in the United States founded in 1635.
Old South Meeting House
Famous meetings were held there including a meeting just before the Boston Tea Party in 1773.
Old State House
Built in 1713. Original state house in Boston first controlled by the British, then took over by the Americans in 1775.
Boston Massacre Site
Famous spot where 5 Americans were killed by British soldiers in 1770. Paul Revere did famous engraving of this site.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Conclusion of tour. Famous marketplace building. Famous statue of Samuel Adams founder of revolution is there.
What's included
Included
See 11 of the historic sites along the Freedom Trail route
Tours led by Costumed Guide
All Fees and Taxes
1.5-Hour Guided Walk of Boston's Freedom Trail
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
373 reviews
How it compares in Boston
- No. 42 by number of reviews among 479 tours in Boston
- Starting price $30 is 41% below the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Boston
Excurgo comparison of 479 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Gentle 90 minute stroll, including a lot of walking and standing.
- Dress for the weather.
- Wear comfortable shoes.
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 Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide take?
Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide cost?
Prices start at $30 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 Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
How much does Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide cost for children?
Children aged 0–6 pay from $12, adults from $30.
Can I cancel Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide 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 Visitor's Center in Boston Common. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide 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 45 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(373)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
H
Excellent tour, highly recommended
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the freedom trail with Jeff. So interesting to learn about the history of the revolution. Jeff was engaging and entertaining. The tour length was just right and was good value for money.
Operator response
Jeff is a premier tour guide. Brings History to life along the Freedom Trail.
V
Disappointed that we never made it.
We never got to go on this tour as our uber never showed. I sent a chat message through Viator to let the them know but never got a response. I called the main number, although the rep was very nice, no refund allowed. We were so disappointed. There were no tours available the rest of the dayI think ours was the last tour.
Operator response
Not the company’s fault at all. Refunds are given when proper cancellation notice has been given. I don’t understand the review when you were not even on the tour?
N
Great tour
Guide was fun, very knowledgeable— appreciated that he was a historian. Group was larger than I’d like but he was miked so no problems keeping up
Operator response
Great tour indeed. BostonTownCrier Tour Co. prides itself on being the best tour company in Boston. Our guides are Professors,Historians bringing Boston’s History to life with Knowledge, Passion and a sense of humor.
A
Great tour during a layover in Boston.
I had a six hour layover in Boston and decided to take this walking tour to get a quick overview of the landmarks and history. So glad I did! Very informative and easy way to get the lay of the land, learn about the historical sites and their significance. Getting to the tour was really easy using the free silver line bus from the airport to South Station. I didn’t realize it at the time, that I could have taken the red line train to downtown. Instead, I walked the 10-15 minutes—but didn’t mind since the weather was nice and I was able to see other parts of the city.
Operator response
1 and 1/2 hour tour on the Freedom Trail with BostonTownCrier will give you exactly what you need to give you an idea of Boston’s role in the American Revolution.
K
American History 101
Phyllis Wheatley was our guide in this reverse journey starting at Faneuil Hall. The tour price was perfect, the duration was perfect, and the guide was perfect. Her degree in American History helped her tell the stories with humor and grace. She kept the audience involved with her storytelling. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Operator response
Our guides are the best in the business. Bringing Bostons History to life with Passion, knowledge and a sense of humor.
H
Easy if you’re pressed for time.
Easy, entertaining and informative. Our guide portrayed the patriot James Otis, who is credited with the phrase: “Taxation without representation is tyranny!”
Operator response
Easy in the sense of a short walk( less than one mile) we don’t walk fast and we stop at 12 Historic sights on the Freedom Trail bringing History to life.
S
We had a great experience...
We had a great experience on the tour!! Our tour guide, Jonathan, was excellent- friendly, knowledgeable, and funny!! Lots of interesting facts and local lunch spot suggestions were spot on! Highly recommend!!
Operator response
Great Experience for sure. Our guides are the best. Bringing Boston’s History to Life with Passion Knowledge and a sense of humor
M
The tour guide tended to...
The tour guide tended to insert his political views. Too much about civil war and slavery instead of the Revolutionary War.
Operator response
Guides do a Freedom Trail tour which includes 16 sights. Not all the sights have to do with the Revolutionary War. The sights have to do with Freedom ( Thus the Freedom Trail Tour) if you wanted just facts about the Revolutionary War you should have signed up for that tour. We Bring Boston’s History to Life
2
Great informative and fun tour
Absolutely loved the very thorough information and walking through the town. The price was good and the length was 90 minutes- perfect. Our guide was funny 😂
Operator response
Boston’s History from 1630 to 1776 is told by the best guides in Boston. Bringing History to life with Passion,Knowledge and a sense of humor.
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