Boston Architectural Landmarks: Scenic Walking Tour
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Boston
Discover Boston's top architectural landmarks on a scenic walking tour. Explore Back Bay, the Public Garden, and Beacon Hill in 2 hours. Learn photo tips and capture memorable souvenirs.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Back Bay -
ï¿ Boston Public Library
ï¿ Copley Square
ï¿ Trinity Church
ï¿ Hancock Tower
ï¿ Iconic Architectural Landmarks
ï¿ Scenic 19th-century neighborhoods: Back Bay + Beacon Hill
What's Included
- Professional and Enthusiastic Tour Guide
- Fascinating Commentary of Boston’s Most Iconic Landmarks
- Small Group Tour - Most groups are less than 10 people
- Fun photo tips to capture great pictures with your smartphone or camera
Additional Information
Discover three of the most picturesque locations in Boston in a 2-hour tour! This unique walking tour takes you through Back Bay, the Public Garden, and Beacon Hill, offering informative narratives and photography advice at iconic landmarks and must-visit spots.
Witness the stunning Boston Public Library and distinct architectural styles at Copley Square. Stroll through the quaint streets of Back Bay’s 19th-century residential district. Savor the natural splendor of the Boston Public Garden. Visit the most frequently photographed street in Boston’s Beacon Hill enclave.
Spring your phone or camera into action and learn valuable photoshoot tips that can improve your photography skills. All experience levels are appreciated. Transform the images you take into cherished mementos. (This event does not function as a photography workshop.)
Uncover why this walking tour offers a unique perspective you won’t find anywhere else in Boston!
Bear in mind most tours have fewer than 10 participants. Group sizes may increase slightly during high season/holidays.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- There are NO RESTROOM STOPS.
- Please RECONFIRM your reservation at least 48 hours prior to the tour date by sending an email to: [email protected] OR a text message to 617-851-2273. Thank You.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time. Your punctuality is appreciated.
Location
Dartmouth Street
Outside the front entrance of the Boston Public Library, a huge building with flags located on DARTMOUTH STREET, NOT the Boylston St. entrance.
Please stand by the seated bronze statue holding a ball facing Copley Square.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Catrina_c
Apr 30, 2024
Glad I booked it last minute! - Great intro to the beautiful architecture in the area and wonderful photo tips! Saw things I would never have seen on my own. Guide had some good knowledge to pass along!
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Tatum_f
Apr 11, 2024
Great Tour! - I highly recommend this tour because in addition to seeing some really beautiful architecture and hearing the history behind it, we also received some very cool tips on how to take some pictures that pop. The tour flew by and we have some great memories and wonderful pictures to remember our time in Boston. Thank you Saba for a great tour!
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Nancy_t
Mar 18, 2024
Magnificent - We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would do it again to see and hear everything twice. Saba’s knowledge and communication style are exemplary, and the variety of sites and sounds was magnificent. We would have been happy to spend the whole day with her!!
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T3695xrjoannal
Jan 15, 2024
Great walk through Boston's spectacular photo spots - We had a great time. Even with cold and windy weather it was fun! The guide was very knowledgeable on Boston's history and contemporary events. She showed us spots with awesome views, had many stories about buildings, Bostonians, as well as about traveling all over the world. She recommended great restaurant for our lunch. She was a fountain of knowledge. We highly recommend this tour.
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227_ne
Jan 10, 2024
Such a great few hours! - We have just completed a trip with Saba and couldn’t recommend highly enough. We are a father and son (15) with an interest in architecture and photography therefore the few hours spent exploring the area were perfect. I hadn’t realised it would just be the two of us, consequently the time was extremely personal and tailor made to our taste.
Saba has an absolute wealth of knowledge of the local area therefore this was almost a history, architecture and photography lesson in equal measure. We have visited Boston on many occasions however felt the need to extend our knowledge of the area and to maybe see areas we were yet to discover which was positively achieved on this tour.
Saba spent lengthy periods explaining photography techniques to my son which he embraced throughout the trip. As a result the best photos taken during our trip to Boston were definitely taken in the company of Saba or certainly with her influence.
If you are in Boston and have an interest in architecture (or the history of architecture) then I would highly recommend.
A big thank you from Neil & Sonny!
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114kavehp
Dec 9, 2023
There is a reason PhotoWalks Tour has 5 stars across the board. - There is a reason PhotoWalks Tour (Saba) has 5 stars across the board. It's rare when you meet someone for the first time and they feel like an old friend. We were greeted with a warm smile which made us feel comfortable immediately. Her knowledge as a guide is incredible and her photography skills are beyond reproach.
She helped us create wonderful memories and photos that will last us a lifetime.
Without a doubt we will be contacting Saba again when we return to Boston.
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Themoores5914
Nov 3, 2023
Highly recommend this tour! - We loved this tour! Saba was amazing - so friendly and very informative! We learned so much about the sites we visited. She was a wealth of knowledge. She also gave really good tips about how to get good photos and even shared photo editing app info. I’m so glad we chose this tour.
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Garysb9327fy
Oct 30, 2023
Best tour of our trip - Saba is the best! Her tour took us to unique locations, which came alive with the stories and history that she shared. We learned a lot about capturing unique photos, using interesting angles and taking advantage of natural light. We were early in a 10-night cruise and Saba's was the #1 tour of our entire trip! So glad it was early because we used what she taught us in every other location we visited. Thank you Saba!
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Samantha
Oct 23, 2023
Great Tour! - This was the best tour we have done so far in Boson. Our guide, Saba, was absolutely wonderful. Not only was she incredibly kind, but also knowledgeable and provided a wonderful experience. She took several great photos of us that I will plan to print and frame. I have nothing but great things to say, and will remember this experience forever. 10/10 recommendation!
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Heathercb2892uo
Mar 9, 2024
Boston, starting from the library - Saba was very knowledgeable and took me places I wouldn't have known how to find on my own. Like the dog who lives in the Copley Plaza Hotel. Beacon Hill and the Back Bay. She was lovely also.
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