Boston Common

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 2025 Reviews.

The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see and learn about Boston's inspiring history. Following the Freedom Trail past several historic sites, guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End!

Rated 4.8 Stars, based on 1022 Reviews.

Redcoats, Riots, Smugglers, Gangs, Midnight Riders, and some 92,000 pounds of tea all feature in the tales on this tour. Tour goers will get to relive the Revolution as it unfolded in one the rowdiest seaports of colonial America, while also learning about how Boston pioneered abolition, women's rights, American education, and immigration throughout its 400-year history. It all happened along the iconic red brick line of Boston’s Freedom Trail. Join the most comprehensive and exciting walking tour of the Freedom Trail available. Take a stroll through downtown Boston while listening to stories about icons of the American Revolution like Paul Revere and John Hancock–along with lesser known pioneers and patriots from throughout the city's past. – Check off all 16 sites of Boston's Freedom Trail in one walking tour – Caters to history buffs and first-time visitors alike – Small groups allow for questions and interaction with the guide

Rated 4.1 Stars, based on 25 Reviews.

Join us for a historical trip through colonial Boston. You will stop at 11 out of 16 historic sites guided by our knowledgeable tour guides dressed in period-accurate clothing to add to the immersive experience.

Join us for a spine-tingling adventure through Boston's historic district on our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an expert local guide, this tour intertwines history and hauntings, offering an entertaining and informative journey. As you stroll along cobblestone streets, you'll visit haunted locations filled with chilling tales and ghostly legends, bringing Boston’s haunted history to life. Delve into the city’s tumultuous past, where treason and war ignited revolution. Uncover shocking stories at sites like the Old Granary Burial Ground and the Omni Parker House, where tormented souls and restless spirits linger. Each stop reveals a piece of Boston's dark history, making you question the very ground you walk upon. This mile-long walking tour takes you to Boston's most haunted sites, including Boston Common and the Cathedral Church of St. Paul. As you listen to eerie accounts of the past. Join us for an unforgettable evening of history, mystery, and the thrill of the unknown.

After your cruise ship docks in Boston, spend your time seeing the city's top attractions on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour! Explore Boston at your leisure, which allows you to create your own itinerary and see the most popular sites of Boston at your own pace. Board the trolley within a short walk from the cruise port, and enjoy a day of visiting Boston’s famous landmarks and must-see sights.

Why stress waiting for unreliable taxis or shuttle transfers to Boston International Airport? Ensure peace of mind with a private transfer from your downtown Boston or Cambridge accommodation to Boston International Airport (BOS). Reach the airport relaxed and with plenty of time before your flight! Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Choose from a luxury sedan transfer for three people, a sport utility vehicle transfer or van that carries up to five passengers! All vehicles feature stylish and spacious interiors and you will be met and escorted by a professional chauffeur. Price is per person, based on three passengers per sedan or five per sports utility vehicle/van.

Tours run at 9:30, 12:30 and 2:30 M-W, and 9:30, 12:30, 2:30, Boston’s Revolutionary War history explored on a 90-minute walking tour of the Freedom Trail. We cover the first 11 historic sites starting in Boston Common, at the Visitor Information Center, and ending at Faneuil Hall.  Entertaining and educational, it's early American history with a focus on the Revolutionary War. Patriotic, fascinating stories of America's founding by great patriots in Boston. Great for families, tourists, locals, teenagers, and children! A highlight of many people's visit here. A must-do for the true Bostonian experience. We offer the earliest tours available at 9:30AM.  Enjoy the Freedom Trail when it’s cooler outside and less crowded. Check our schedule and reach out with questions for us. We can't wait to walk through history with you!

Come discover beautiful Boston. Let us take care of your transportation and itinerary. Your only job is to sit back and enjoy Boston. We even offer convenient pick-up locations. We will explore the best Boston has to offer: • Fenway Park stadium home to the Boston Red Sox • Harvard University Main campus: Harvard Yard, Old Yard, John Harvard Statue, Johnston Gate, Harvard souvenir store. • Copley Square: Trinity church, Fairmont Copley Hotel, Boston Public Library, John Hancock Tower, “End line” to Boston Marathon. • Boston Common and the public gardens   • Freedom trail: Massachusetts State house, Old state House, Granary Burying ground, Kings chapel, Faneuil hall. • Quincy Market Boston has so much to offer and we will show you the best of it.

Immerse yourself in the ghostly mysteries of Boston’s historic streets. History, heroism, and horror surround you on this walking tour of Boston’s strangest sites. You will see Boston Common through a new lens and explore the sites of pivotal moments in America’s birth while listening to tales of death both heroic and senseless.

Tour the Boston Common and Beacon Hill areas and visit more than 30 movie locations on this captivating private movie and TV walking tour! This tour is a must for film buffs, and is also a great way to explore Boston and its many attractions. On this Boston walking tour, your guide, a local actor, will provide a unique sightseeing tour with an entertaining twist!

Go beyond Revolutionary War history books with this affordable walking tour in Boston. • Take in important historical landmarks like the Boston Common which was entangled in America’s first fraudulent land transaction and the Granary Burial Ground • Hear from producer Mitch Lapin, a tour guide whose passion for history inspired him to lead guided tours for over ten years • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

This private full-day tour will take you through every highlight Boston and Cambridge! The tour will include sights such as the Old North Church, Paul Revere's house, Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, Harvard, MIT, Copley Square, Boston Public Library and so much more! The tour is a combination of walking and driving, and we are happy to make adjustments to any mobility level of our guests! Listen to stories about Boston's past, learning about the American Revolution and the city's duality of religious morals and corruption. View a packet of historical maps, photos, and dates during the tour to further immerse yourself in the stories you learn about! The tour takes a break in the middle for free time for lunch and souvenirs, with options including the oldest tavern in America, the oldest restaurant in America, an artisanal food & goods market with 20+ vendor options (chowder, lobster rolls, doughnuts, coffee, ice cream, etc), and more.

Explore the ultimate highlights of one of America’s greatest cities with our comprehensive tour, blending history, culture, and heritage into one unforgettable experience. Delve into the origins of America, uncover riveting stories of rebellion, war, and the nation’s independence. This tour is your gateway to discovering the rich tapestry of America’s past and present. Discover Boston's top attractions, including the iconic Boston Common and the famous “Cheers” bar in the picturesque Beacon Hill. Walk the Freedom Trail, exploring historical landmarks like the site of the Boston Massacre, a crucial moment in American history, and visit notable spots within Boston Common, including the graves of Paul Revere and Samuel Adams. Enjoy engaging and informative stories about key events such as the Boston Tea Party and Boston Massacre, and explore must-see locations like the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, and Quincy Market.

This an on demand, smart phone guided haunted walking tour in Boston. Go to 10 1/2 Beacon Street, press play and put your phone in your pocket. From there you are guided turn by turn along the haunted streets of Boston. This is best experienced using headphones. Speakers can be used but not recommended. What makes this tour special? – You will see over 8 ghostly sites and hear their stories in less than 45 minutes.- -It's on demand, go anytime, at your own pace, all on the WalknTours app. – Great bang for your buck. What will you see? The most haunted hotel in New England, The old hanging tree where the last witch of Boston was hung, haunted subway, 2 haunted burial grounds, Nathaniel Hawthornes old haunt, the haunted theater and more. NOTE: Many of these sites have opening hours. This includes the Granary burial ground and Central Burial ground. Hotels and theaters are closed or limited because of COVID. This tour does not go inside these places, only outside.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues – for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

This tour will begin at your home, hotel or cruise ship and take you past the most interesting places in Boston including the Paul Revere House, the USS Constitution, the Bunker Hill Battle Monument, Copley Square and Fenway Park. Along the way you’ll see the historic homes and churches of the Back Bay, the South End, and Beacon Hill. You’ll hear the stories behind Paul Revere’s ride, the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You’ll see Boston’s most prominent buildings and neighborhoods as well as some lesser-known points of interest. This is the best way to see as much of Boston as possible in a brief time and do so at a pace you will enjoy.

Explore the winding colonial streets of Boston on your own time with this 2-hour or 24-hour Boston bike rental. Hop on a hybrid bike (combines city and all-terrain riding) and set out on the town. The pickup location across the street from Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park puts you at the footsteps of the North End, several of Boston’s picturesque wharfs and more. Within minutes, you can be pedaling past the stately brownstones in Beacon Hill or riding around the Boston Common.

Simply the most accurate private tour of Boston's revolutionary history. Book this tour for a private group if you're looking for: A real focus on your interests and needs in visiting historic Boston. History that is relevant in the 21st century, tailored to your specific interests. Brand new research on iconic figures and places. A story of the Revolution that is diverse and inclusive of modern audiences. Information that builds active citizenship and critical thinking, young or old. Affable, charismatic guides that can customize tour details to your needs. An experience you won't get in any textbook or any other city.

Explore the gas lit winter wonderland streets of Boston and Beacon Hill as we discover the Christmas tales of Boston's past walking on cobbled stoned alleys. One tour purchase works on up to 4 smart phones. See the Kings Chapel, The Boston Christmas Tree, Beacon Hill, the most photographed street in Boston, the best holiday lights, the oldest hotel in the USA and walk through the gas light, cobbled stoned street winter wonderland. Go anytime, at your own pace, the tour is smart phone guided (GPS navigated) experience narrated by Santa Clause and his rag tag holiday crew.

Follow a professional historian, concerned about historical accuracy, able to address adults and children alike, in joy and good humor, to discuss the links between France and America. For example… What are the links and controversies between the history of Quebec and New England? Why was a young man of the French nobility, the Chevalier de Saint-Sauveur, assassinated by rebellious inhabitants? How did the “Yankees” overcome their intolerance towards the French to beat the English on their side? How did the Souvenir of the Marquis de La Fayette encourage Americans to fight and fall on the field of honor alongside the Poilus in 1917? How did the 1775 Revolution spread from America to France in 1789, and from France to Haiti, Vietnam, and other struggles for Freedom and Human Rights, and what their consequences today?