• Faneuil Hall Marketplace - While the Founding Fathers are well-known, the Founding Mothers deserve recognition too. At Faneuil Hall, explore this historic site and learn about The Daughters of Liberty and their significant contributions during the Revolutionary War.
• Government Center - Boston’s political landscape is complex. Discover the pioneers who championed abolition, women’s rights, and improved working conditions.
• Pemberton Square - Delve into the story of an enslaved woman who ingeniously secured her freedom and the profound influence her case had on American history.
• Massachusetts State House - Two courageous women from the Puritan era challenged the Massachusetts government, leaving a lasting impact on today’s legislature, yet their stories are often overlooked in history.
• Granary Burying Ground - Known as the final resting place for many American Revolution heroes, this site also holds the stories of remarkable women in literature who may be interred here.
• King’s Chapel Burying Ground - Discover why Boston’s oldest Colonial cemetery has so few women’s names on the gravestones. Where are the women?

• In-person tour guide
• Walking tour of Boston’s historic landmarks

• Tips/gratuities are not included, though they are welcome. Our guides accept cash or Venmo.
• This is a walking tour, transportation is not included.

Women constitute half of the population in this country, yet their contributions are often overlooked in history books. This walking tour of historic Boston highlights the remarkable women who have significantly influenced both Boston and American history. From Puritan women who courageously challenged the government to the first female/Person of Color elected as mayor of Boston, the tour celebrates the extraordinary women of Boston.

The Women’s History tour is most engaging for children aged 13 and above, though all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult, who is responsible for their own and their children’s conduct and safety. The tour includes discussions on slavery and violence, so parental discretion is advised.

Tours proceed in light rain, but will be canceled in unfavorable or unsafe weather conditions to ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants.

A minimum of three guests is required for the tour to take place.

• Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. This tour covers over a mile of walking and some of the terrain is uneven, such as old cobblestones, small hills, and a few steps.

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