- Boston Common - Embark on this adventure into America’s Revolutionary past at the heart of old Boston: the Boston Common. This spacious green has been a part of the city since it’s early colonial beginnings. We’ll begin the tour by the Visitor Center and find the red-brick path. As we follow the path, we’ll dive back in time to the 1700s and set the scene….
- Automatic GPS-triggered storytelling for a hands-free experience with full support available via call, chat, or email.
- Comprehensive tour package including itinerary, travel tips, professional narration, enriching videos, text content, and local secrets.
- Convenient offline access with downloadable GPS map, routes, and stop-by-stop navigation without the need for cell signal or wifi.
- Ultimate flexibility to start the tour on any day, at any time, with the ability to use over multiple days or save for a future trip as it never expires.
- Personal tour assistant in your pocket with the Action Guide app download link, exclusive tour password, and the option to preview your adventure from home.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Immerse yourself in the historical narrative of New England with a joint tour of Salem and the Boston Freedom Trail.
In Salem, expose the true story behind the eerie Witch Trials. Relive the dread that swept through this colonial settlement. Understand who the victims were and the reasons behind their accusations. Discover the historical significance of this city, admire its well-preserved architectural beauty, and delve into its unsettling mysteries.
Next, tread the path of the Founding Fathers on Boston’s Freedom Trail. Experience a captivating reprisal of the struggle for liberty!
In less than 30 minutes, we will provide you with two essentials: a unique access code and an app. Download our dedicated app on your smartphone, input the provided code, and then download the tour. Upon arrival at the tour location, open the app and follow the prompts! We recommend sticking to our mapped out route for the optimal experience.
The tour has no expiry date — it is accessible from the moment you confirm your booking and it remains available indefinitely!
Please note that this tour does not include admission to attractions enroute. Be sure to verify their operating hours prior to your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
- How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
- Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
- Comprehensive Tour Experience: • The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
- Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
- Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
- Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
- Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
