Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
What your day looks like
Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, providing guests a chance to see all sixteen official landmarks on the Freedom Trail. Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1776, the tumultuous years leading into the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to the crown and country. With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.
The experience, in brief
- Travel the iconic Freedom Trail in Downtown Boston and the North End
- Learn about revolutionary history from the founding of the United States of America
- Discover the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire
The journey, in full
Boston Foundation Monument: Meet your guide at the Boston Foundation Monument on Boston Common, directly opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108) and steps from the iconic Freedom Trail. Boston Common: Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634) Massachusetts State House: Massachusetts state capitol and "Hub of the Solar System" (1798) 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 Burying Ground: First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754) and Boston's oldest burying space (1630) Benjamin Franklin Statue: Site of the 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) Site of Boston Massacre: Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770) Samuel Adams Statue: Renowned political leader of Boston's Sons of Liberty Faneuil Hall: Hosted Boston's town meeting and known today as "The Cradle of Liberty" (1742) Union Oyster House: The oldest restaurant in the United States (1826) located in a historic building (1704) North Square: A historic public square in the heart of Boston's North End (1634) Paul Revere House: Home of Paul Revere and the oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680) Paul Revere Statue: Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775) Old North Church: Boston's oldest church held signal lanterns during the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723) Copp's Hill Burying Ground: Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659) Copp's Hill Terrace: Your tour concludes overlooking the Charles River and two major Freedom Trail landmarks: the U.S.S. Constitution (1797) and Bunker Hill Monument (1775 battle)
Your day, step by step
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City/Town Tour at Boston Common Park.
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City/Town Tour at Freedom Trail.
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City/Town Tour at Massachusetts State House.
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Local Flavor at Granary Burying Ground.
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Local Flavor at Old South Meeting House, Boston.
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Local Flavor at Old State House (Boston).
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City/Town Tour at Faneuil Hall.
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City/Town Tour at Paul Revere House.
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Local Flavor at Old North Church.
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Local Flavor at Copp's Hill Burying Ground.
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City/Town Tour at Bunker Hill Monument, Boston.
What to know before booking
Included
Freedom Trail (All 16 landmarks) Small Groups (16 guests max) Downtown Boston & North End
Not Included
Tips and gratuity Charlestown Neighborhood Admission inside Museums
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and bag for essentials Bring snacks and water
Restrictions
Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Wheelchair accessible Not recommended for people with back problems Not recommended for people with heart conditions Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point: Boston Foundation Monument, 49 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, United States.
Languages Offered
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Optional Add-ons
Museum 1-Pass (Old North Church + Crypt Access) - Guest - 9.00 797076~251966 | Museum 3-Pass (Old North + Old State + Old South) - Guest - 18.90 797076~251967 | Museum 5-Pass ("Boston 250 Pass") - Guest - 54.00 797076~253856
Before Booking
Please provide the guest's valid phone number, where the tour guide can reach you on the day of your activity
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
Darcy was amazing! Super informative and made the tour really enjoyable!
Zoe was great! She was early, gave an amazing tour of the Freedom Trail.
Very well done! The information provided was interesting and kept my kids attention. The guide was not only knowledgeable but personable.
Maz was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and interesting!
We had Dana as our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable and very energetic! He kept the crowd entertained! Highly recommend this tour.
Very knowledgeable tour guide. Fun and interesting facts. He also had good restaurant recommendations.
Tracey was very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was enjoyable, even in light rain. We had of our kids, ages 7-15, with us and they all enjoyed it.
Our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the American Revolution! We learned so much and had a great time.