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American Revolution Tour: Boston's Lost Narratives
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Boston
Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail with GTG. Uncover hidden stories, connect with history, and reignite your American spirit on this engaging guided tour.
Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail with GTG. Uncover hidden stories, connect with history, and reignite your American spirit on this engaging guided tour.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Boston Common - Located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts, Boston Common is the oldest public park in the United States.
- Massachusetts State House - Situated on the site of John Hancock’s former residence, the Massachusetts State House serves as the state capitol and government seat for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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- Boston Common - Located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts, Boston Common is the oldest public park in the United States.
- Massachusetts State House - Situated on the site of John Hancock’s former residence, the Massachusetts State House serves as the state capitol and government seat for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Park Street Church - Founded in 1809, Park Street Congregational Church is a historic and active evangelical church in Downtown Boston.
- Granary Burying Ground - Visit the final resting places of notable figures such as James Otis, Paul Revere, and Samuel Adams.
- King’s Chapel - Established in 1630, this is the oldest graveyard in the city and a notable site on the Freedom Trail.
- Statue of Benjamin Franklin - This is the site of the Boston Latin School, now home to the Old City Hall.
- Old South Meeting House - Built in 1729, it became famous as the organizing point for the Boston Tea Party on December 16, 1773.
- Old Corner Bookstore - Originally constructed in 1718 as a residence and apothecary shop, it became a bookstore in 1828.
- Boston Massacre Site - Located outside the Old State House, this is the site of the Boston Massacre.
- Old State House - Known as the Old Provincial State House, this historic building in Boston, Massachusetts, was built in 1713.
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace - A wonderful place to conclude the tour, near the statue of Samuel Adams, offering restrooms, local cuisine, and a free museum.
What's Included
- Guide will have a speaker/microphone system
- Guide will have a speaker/microphone system
Additional Information
Join Captain Pickles on a journey back in time to explore the American Revolution in Boston.
Take notes and engage with questions during this leisurely walk, as he revives forgotten stories about the origins of America.
These tours aim to revive the American spirit through storytelling, connection, and shared history.
History is more than just facts and…
Join Captain Pickles on a journey back in time to explore the American Revolution in Boston.
Take notes and engage with questions during this leisurely walk, as he revives forgotten stories about the origins of America.
These tours aim to revive the American spirit through storytelling, connection, and shared history.
History is more than just facts and dates—it’s a vibrant story crafted by the efforts and emotions of countless people.
GTG’s mission is to make reclaiming forgotten narratives enjoyable, reignite purpose, and empower Americans to reconnect with their shared heritage in an engaging, inclusive, and unifying manner.
“We are one!”
Location
Lafayette Mall Monument
Tremont Street
Put "Lafayette Mall" in your maps, it's right off the Boston Common and Park Street Station. You will find your guide at this location, costumed and next to a monument bust for Marquee de Lafayette, with a beautiful view of the New State House.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Cecilialw265xn
Aug 30, 2025
Fun and Memorable Tour - Captain Pickles was amazing! Definitely recommend his tour! I learned so much from it! Did not know Spain was involved with the Revolutionary War!
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Carolinec759
Aug 18, 2025
Best Tour Guide in Boston! - Captain Pickles was great! The tour was extremely informative, and he was entertaining and engaging. We have a lot of kids, and all of them really enjoyed Captain Pickles’ fast pace, his story telling, his knowledge of history, and the whole tour. Highly recommend him!
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Terry_h
Jul 27, 2025
Freedom Trail with Capt. Pickle. - Very knowledgeable and engaging. It’s obvious Captain Pickle has done his research. He shared info that is often not well known.
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Emily_o
Jul 27, 2025
10 stars for Mr. pickles! - We enjoyed every moment. Our tour guide, Mr. pickles, was so knowledgeable in the history of Boston. He made the tour so much fun. He was so kind and accommodating. He made sure we were always in shade and comfortable. We loved him! 10 stars!!!
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Gabriells7306hq
Jul 26, 2025
Captain Pickles, a true patriot! - Captain Pickles is very knowledgable and delivers a well thought out journey into Americas history with great enthusiasm! We loved the tour and would highly recommend it to all! Thank you Cpt. Pickles, United we are one!!
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Asumba
Jul 8, 2025
Join the Captain! - If you want a random guide who memorizes and regurgitates corporate approved stories, sign up for one of those other tours. If you want to hear real history from a self ascribed ADHD savant who spends all of his free time studying revolutionary war history then this is your tour! The Captain has a wealth of information and he shares as much or as little about each subject as you want. His only flaw is that he has so much he wants to tell you that he speaks very quickly to get it all out. Help out a local entrepreneur instead of those corporate guys and let Captain Pickles lead your group.
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Emilyss3327ai
Jul 7, 2025
We <3 Captain Pickles!! - We stumbled upon Captain Pickles when looking for a tour on the 4th of July. He was very outgoing, said some good jokes, and even had real props on hand to share with the group. You can tell he is very passionate about the topic, which is a plus! 10/10 recommend
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Ashley_m
Jul 2, 2025
An unforgettable Freedom Trail tour with Captain Pickles! - We did a short walking tour of the Freedom Trail with a guide named Captain Pickles, and it was one of the highlights of our trip! He was incredibly informative and brought history to life with fascinating stories you won’t find in most textbooks. His passion for the subject was contagious and made the experience engaging for both adults and kids alike. I had my 12- and 14-year-old with me, and they were hooked from start to finish—which says a lot! Captain Pickles has a gift for blending humor, lesser-known facts, and historical insight in a way that’s totally accessible. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to see Boston through a fresh and entertaining lens!
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James_h
Jun 29, 2025
Informative and fun, learned a bit of history along the way - Our guide was named Captain Pickles and he was excellent! Tour lasted about 1.5 hours and covered some good fun facts about the American revolution
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Kenneth_l
Jun 15, 2025
Capitan Pickles #1 passion and knowledge. - Captain Pickles was great! In some ways too great. His knowledge is unsurpassed and is a breath of fresh air by way of tours. Great interaction and incredibly knowledgeable. If I had one complaint it would be Slow down your speech Capt. Captain Pickles gets really excited to share information he sometime can be hard to keep up with because of all the knowledge he’s throwing. That said, Capital Pickles is incredibly passionate about what he does and American History in New England. If you are trying to choose what your group to do look no further. Capital Pickles will not let you down. This is the most knowledgeable and most passionate tour operator in Boston. Well done Capitan. Well done.
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