About this experience
Walk through the heart of historic Boston with a local guide who brings the American Revolution to life through the stories of the people, conflicts, and events that shaped the nation.
On this 2-hour Freedom Trail walking tour, you’ll explore Boston’s most important historic sites, from Boston Common to Faneuil Hall, while hearing the stories behind the Boston Tea Party, the Boston Massacre, and the fight for independence.
More than just a walk between landmarks, this tour combines history, storytelling, and local insight. Discover the people who shaped America’s founding, including Samuel Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington, while gaining tips from a local guide to help you experience Boston today.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Local tips and insights about Boston’s history and today
- Guided walk along the Freedom Trail
- Visit to 8+ historic Boston landmarks
- Live commentary and historical storytelling
- Award-winning guided walking tour with a local Boston guide
Not included
- Gratuity
Itinerary and highlights
Explore America’s oldest public park and the starting point of the Freedom Trail. Learn how this historic green space has witnessed centuries of Boston’s history, from colonial times to the Revolutionary era.
Discover the iconic golden-domed Massachusetts State House, completed in 1798 and still serving as the center of state government. Learn about its role in Boston’s history and its connection to the city’s revolutionary past.
See the historic Park Street Church, built in 1809 and known for its role in Boston’s social movements. Learn about its connection to the abolitionist movement and the important events that took place within its walls.
Explore one of Boston’s oldest churches, built in 1754 and known for its beautiful Georgian architecture. Learn about its colonial history, loyalist connections during the Revolution, and its place in Boston’s evolving story.
Visit the historic Old South Meeting House, built in 1729 and famous as the gathering place where colonists organized the Boston Tea Party. Learn how this landmark became a center of debate during the movement toward independence.
See the site of Boston Latin School, founded in 1635 and recognized as the first public school in America. Learn about its role in Boston’s history and the notable figures connected to this historic institution.
Visit the Old State House, built in 1713 and once the center of colonial government. Learn about its role in the events leading up to the Revolution, including the reading of the Declaration of Independence from its balcony.
Discover Old City Hall, a beautiful example of French Second Empire architecture and one of Boston’s most distinctive historic landmarks. Learn about its role as the city’s former seat of government and its connection to Boston’s evolution over time.
End the tour at Faneuil Hall, known as the “Cradle of Liberty.” Built in 1742, this historic marketplace and meeting hall hosted passionate debates and speeches that helped shape Boston’s revolutionary movement.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your guide outside the Park St. T Station on the eastern edge of Boston Common
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tours By Foot - Boston
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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