Boston History Tour: Family-Friendly Stories

Explore Boston’s history with Nicky & Paulie. Personalized, family-friendly tours led by passionate locals. Discover, learn, and create lasting memories.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Old North Church & Historic Site - The Old North Church is a historic Episcopal church renowned for its pivotal role in Paul Revere’s midnight ride during the American Revolution. Constructed in 1723, its steeple was instrumental in signaling lanterns to alert of British troop movements. Visitors can delve into its rich history and enjoy the…
What's Included
  • A good time
  • Expert Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the heart of Boston with us—Paul and Nick Bessa, a dedicated father-son duo passionate about our city’s rich tapestry of history. We’re not just guides; we’re storytellers and history buffs eager to share Boston’s legacy.
Why Choose Beantown’s Best?

  • Personalized Experience: Our tours are intimate, designed to feel like a friend showing you…
Location
Copp's Hill Terrace
Commercial Street
We meet at Copp's hill Terrace, in the North End of Boston. A beautiful open area overlooking the Boston Harbor
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jrr700
Apr 10, 2026
Another fantastic tour - brilliant in every way! - This was our second walking tour with Nicky and Paulie. Paulie is a fantastic quide - his knowledge and passion for the history of Boston is infectious and we learned a great deal more about this fabulous city. We would highly recommend them for a highly informative, great fun and great value tour. Thanks again Paulie and see you next time we visit Boston!
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Jacqui_m
Mar 18, 2026
Hit the hi lights of the... - Hit the hi lights of the city Tour guide had really good energy and enthusiasm Would recommend to a friend
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Christina_g
Mar 7, 2026
Awesome adventure - This tour was awesome. Tour guide Paul was informative,fun, and had great energy. It was very cold and I was the only one on the tour and he made the experience worth every penny.
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Tatiana_b
Dec 18, 2025
Excellent - Rally nice experience. Thank you so much for sharing all this great information! We had a great time and Paulie was really patient.
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Carrieh146
Nov 29, 2025
Thanks Paulie! - We had a wonderful experience on this tour. Paulie was knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely fun to spend time with. It’s clear that he loves doing this and loves Boston. Since we were the only ones on the tour, it ended up feeling like a personalized walk through history. Exploring the Freedom Trail this way made the whole experience memorable and easy to follow. Highly recommend.
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Michaelmw5512br
Nov 23, 2025
Rich in Boston history and personality - This was my second walking tour through Boston and this was an incredible experience! Paulie was super knowledgeable and personable. It felt like walking through the streets with an old friend. It was a two-hour walk that began in the North End and ended where Samuel Adams is buried. We were there during a slower season so it was only my co-worker and myself, which was really nice. The pricing/fee was fair and appeared to be the average market rate for these tour types but so happy that I discovered this particular one. Highly recommend this tour for a wonderful experience when visiting Boston.
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Gregg_m
Nov 22, 2025
Boston history - Guide Paul gave great info about Bostons history. His insight to so many facts was impressive. Pace of tour was perfect
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Peter_f
Oct 26, 2025
It was a small group.... - It was a small group. Paulie was knowledgeable and friendly. We covered a lot of ground and he kept us laughing and engaged!
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Q358xnjoer
Oct 18, 2025
Fun Tour of Boston - Awesome tour of Boston. Thanks Paulie for your enjoyable and knowlegable tour. We enjoyed it and highly recommend to all. Thanks!
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Stanislav_k
Dec 25, 2025
Booking was canceled without notification - Booking was canceled without notification. Waisted my time at the meeting point. Poor communication with customer service.
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From $35
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).