Freedom Trail: Small-Group Revolutionary Boston Tour
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Experience the iconic Freedom Trail in Boston on a small-group walking tour. Explore the city's revolutionary history with a knowledgeable local guide in just 2.5 hours!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 300th Anniversary Monument - Meet your guide at the 300th Anniversary Monument on Boston Common, directly opposite 50 Beacon Street and steps from the iconic Freedom Trail.
- Massachusetts State House - Massachusetts state capitol and “Hub of the Solar System” (1798)
- Boston Common - Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston’s communal grazing pasture (1634)
- Park Street Church - Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809)
- Granary Burying Ground - Boston’s third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660)
- King’s Chapel - First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754)
- King’s Chapel Burying Ground - Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630)
- Statue of Benjamin Franklin - Site of oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635)
- Old City Hall - Center of Boston politics for more than a century (1865)
- Old Corner Bookstore - Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718)
- Old South Meeting House - Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of Boston Tea Party (1773)
- Old State House - Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713)
- Boston Massacre Site - Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770)
- Statue of Samuel Adams - Renowned political leader of Boston’s Sons of Liberty
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace - Hosted Boston’s town meeting and known today as “The Cradle of Liberty” (1742)
- Union Oyster House - Oldest restaurant in the United States (1826) located in historic building (1704)
- North Square Park - Historic public square in heart of Boston’s North End (1634)
- The Paul Revere House - Home of Paul Revere and oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680)
- Paul Revere Statue - Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775)
- Old North Church & Historic Site - Boston’s oldest church held signal lanterns during Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723)
- Copp’s Hill Burying Ground - Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659)
- Copps Hill Terrace - Our tour concludes overlooking the Charles River and two major Freedom Trail landmarks: the U.S.S. Constitution (1797) and Bunker Hill Monument (1775 battle)
What's Included
- Limited group size for a more personalized experience (16 guests max)
- Explore Downtown Boston and the historic North End neighborhood
- A comprehensive tour of the Freedom Trail, covering all 16 iconic landmarks
What's Not Included
- Charlestown Neighborhood
- Admission inside Museums
- Gratuities
Additional Information
The Freedom Trail, a brick-paved walking route famous worldwide, connects Boston’s essential role in the initiation of the American Revolution. It is recommended to explore this pathway with a small group, guided by a well-informed local. Throughout your journey of 2.5 hours, beginning from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace in the North End, you will have the opportunity to witness all the sixteen official landmarks showcased on the Freedom Trail.
Our intimate group tour deeply explores the years from 1760 to 1776, a period of tremendous upheaval that paved the way for the American Revolution. As we walk in the wake of Boston’s colonial inhabitants, we wrestle with their crucial dilemma—loyalty versus rebellion to the rulers and government.
Through engaging narrative-based tours, Hub Town Tours provides a robust outlook on why Boston is referred to as America’s ‘Cradle of Liberty.’ As you pass by significant locations of the Revolutionary-era Boston, your guide will unfold the riveting narrative of a petite colonial town moving towards a war against a mighty empire.
- Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods
Location
Boston Foundation Monument
Beacon Street
Meet your guide at the Boston Foundation Monument inside Boston Common, steps from the intersection of Beacon Street at Spruce Street. The memorial is directly opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108), two blocks downhill from golden dome of the Massachusetts State House.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Terry_r
Apr 14, 2024
A tour of Boston’s History - Yr guide, Rosalie-Kate, was wonderful, funny, and knowledgeable. I learned a lot about Boston’s history. Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock. She made the history something I now what to check out. The walking was good but I slowed down toward the end.
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Kathleen_m
Apr 14, 2024
Interesting and informative tour - Very interesting tour. College students in our group said “if my history teacher in high school had been like this, I would have liked history.” An adult next to me replied “I agree!”
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Lisa_c
Apr 14, 2024
Excellent tour - Max was excellent! Very knowledgable!! Great having a history teacher as a guide. It was a lot of walking but good. .
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Bailey_p
Apr 14, 2024
Fabulous tour guide Kaitlin - Our tour guide Kaitlin Jencks was absolutely amazing. Her knowledge and passion was next level and made the tour an unforgettable experience for us. We learned so much about black and indigenous figures that we never learned about in school textbooks. Highly recommend this tour to anyone.
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Daniel_b
Apr 14, 2024
Nicholas is the truth! - Nicholas was amazing! Very knowledgeable, professional, and took great care of our small group. Would definitely recommend!
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Dreanne_b
Apr 14, 2024
Great tour! - Guide was very knowledgeable and personable. He took the time to ensure everyone could hear and participate
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Albert_k
Apr 13, 2024
Worth it. - Clio was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Tour very interesting. You thought you knew a lot before this tour.
One suggestion to the tour organizers.
Try and end tour close to the starting point.
Thank you.
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Christina_g
Apr 13, 2024
Walking Freedom Trail is an A+ - Sarah was an excellent guide. although the tour is a 2.5 hour walking tour, Sarah did a good job of timing the stops so that there were opportunities to take a breather along the way. Very informative and a good value as compared to other tours I’ve taken.
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Connie_j
Apr 13, 2024
History with humor - Leah provided just the right balance of a deep dive into history leavened with humor. Easy terrain for walking
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Twyla
Apr 13, 2024
Great visit - We had a nice time despite the blustery weather at the start. Rosalie did a fine job guiding us through the streets and navigated us to the different spots while providing us with informative but brief history of each location. The small group size and ease of movement made this tour a distinct advantage over the larger groups we encountered along the trail. She was also good about distinguishing between notable things such as slavery, treatment of Indians and things that we aren't proud of as a part of our history but remain a part nonetheless. Something we learn and grow from. Thanks for the great job Rosalie!
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