Boston Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
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Step back into Boston’s pivotal role in American history with the Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour. This 2.5-hour journey takes you along the iconic brick-lined Freedom Trail, connecting 16 significant landmarks that tell the story of the nation’s fight for independence.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll walk through historic sites from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End. Along the way, you'll explore the tumultuous years leading up to the American Revolution, gaining insight into how Boston became known as America's "Cradle of Liberty."
This small-group tour offers an engaging, storytelling approach, immersing you in the sights and stories of Colonial Boston. It’s the perfect way to see the city’s revolutionary past up close, while enjoying a personalized experience with a small group of fellow history enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
What landmarks are included in the tour?
All 16 official Freedom Trail landmarks are covered, including sites like Boston Common, Boston Latin School, Paul Revere’s House, and the Bunker Hill Monument.
What is the group size for this tour?
Groups are limited to up to 8 guests, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Is the tour accessible for all visitors?
Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
Are there any exclusions or additional costs?
Yes, gratuities for the guide are optional, and admission to inside museums is not included. The tour does not cover the Charlestown neighborhood.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Small groups (max 8 guests)
- Tour of downtown Boston & North End
- Access to all 16 Freedom Trail landmarks
Not included
- Gratuity for guide (optional)
- Museum admission fees
- Visit to Charlestown neighborhood
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Meet your guide inside Boston Common at the Boston Foundation Monument on the northern boundary of the park, opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108). The granite memorial features a bronze relief depicting two men shaking hands, marking the arrival of the Puritans in 1630.
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Stop 2
The iconic Freedom Trail links 16 historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston.
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Stop 3
Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634).
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Stop 4
Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809).
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Stop 5
Boston's third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660).
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Stop 6
Massachusetts state capitol and 'Hub of the Solar System' (1798).
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Stop 7
First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754).
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Stop 8
Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630).
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Stop 9
Site of the oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635).
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Stop 10
Center of Boston politics for over a century (1865).
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Stop 11
Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of the Boston Tea Party (1773).
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Stop 12
Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718).
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Stop 13
Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713).
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Stop 14
Tragedy when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770).
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Stop 15
Notable Boston Sons of Liberty leader.
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Stop 16
Hosted Boston's town meeting, known today as "The Cradle of Liberty" (1742).
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Stop 17
Oldest restaurant in the United States (1826) in a historic building from 1704.
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Stop 18
Historic public square in Boston’s North End (1634).
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Stop 19
Home of Paul Revere and the oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680).
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Stop 20
Pedestrian-only space honoring Paul Revere's Midnight Ride (1775).
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Stop 21
Boston's oldest church, which held signal lanterns during Revere's famous ride (1723).
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Stop 22
Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659).
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Stop 23
Tour concludes with views of the Charles River, USS Constitution (1797), and Bunker Hill Monument (1775).
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Meet your guide inside Boston Common at the Boston Foundation Monument on the northern boundary of the park, opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108). The granite memorial features a bronze relief depicting two men shaking hands, marking the arrival of the Puritans in 1630.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- No refund if cancelled within 24 hours of departure
- Tour may be canceled due to bad weather or insufficient bookings
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