Guided tours in Boston

Walking, bike and themed tours of the city itself.

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Guided tours

Boston: Official Freedom Trail® Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.6 from 1,223 reviewsfrom $18

Walk through history along the Boston Freedom Trail's famous red line to experience some of the most seminal landmarks of America's revolutionary founding.

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Boston Fenway Park: Guided Ballpark Tour with Options

Guided tour15 - 75 minutes4.8 from 4,349 reviewsfrom $20

Discover Fenway Park, the iconic Boston landmark and Red Sox home, with 4 exclusive ballpark tours. Choose from public or private 1-hour tours, a pre-game tour, or a 1...

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.9 from 2,135 reviewsfrom $39

Discover the iconic Freedom Trail on a small-group walking tour with a local guide. Visit historic landmarks in Downtown Boston and the North End while listening to st...

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Boston: Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill, & USS Constitution Tour

Guided tour4 hours5.0 from 216 reviewsfrom $79

Join a guided walking tour of the entire Freedom Trail, including Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution. Learn about the people and events leading to the American Revolution.

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Boston Fall Day Trip to White Mountains, Lost River Gorge

Guided tour8 hours4.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $189

Escape Boston for a day in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Choose caves or a scenic mountain drive, then explore the iconic Flume Gorge with time to walk, wander, and...

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Boston: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

Guided tour2 hours4.2 from 85 reviewsfrom $29

Grab a pint of liquid courage on this spooky, racy, and fun haunted pub crawl in historic Boston. Sip delicious spirits while hearing twisted tales of spirits, hauntin...

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Boston: TD Garden Arena Tour

Guided tour1 hour4.4 from 130 reviewsfrom $30

Explore TD Garden from the inside out. Experience the energy of Boston’s premier arena and uncover the stories behind every game, concert, and unforgettable moment on ...

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Boston: 2.5-Hour City View Bike Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.8 from 317 reviewsfrom $78

Get a great introduction to Boston by bike. On this guided cycling tour you’ll visit some of Boston’s neighborhoods, see many of its monuments and historic landmarks, ...

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Boston: Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns

Guided tour2 hours4.4 from 147 reviewsfrom $35

Join a haunted pub crawl through Boston’s darkest taverns. Hear eerie tales of the Founding Fathers, sip where they drank, and walk the shadowy streets of the Revoluti...

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The Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour

Guided tour3 hours4.9 from 203 reviewsfrom $59

A boutique, chronological Freedom Trail journey tracing the complete story of America from the founding of Boston to the declaration of independence — Boston Magazine’...

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Boston: 1.5-Hour Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.4 from 701 reviewsfrom $46

Discover Boston’s eerie history on this sightseeing trolley tour. Venture to burial grounds nearly 400 years old, hear the stories of the haunted graveyard, and look o...

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Boston Freedom Trail & Beacon Hill Story Walk

Guided tour2 hours4.8 from 193 reviewsfrom $29

Walk Boston’s Freedom Trail and Beacon Hill with a funny, engaging local guide who brings history to life—discover iconic landmarks, charming streets, and stories you ...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Public Tour

Guided tour70 minutes4.6 from 640 reviewsfrom $22

Take a tour of MIT with an enthusiastic student. Learn about the cutting-edge research in math, science and technology on a 1 hour 10-minute tour.

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Boston: Tour of The Freedom Trail with Historic North End

Guided tour105 minutes4.7 from 180 reviewsfrom $26

Explore even more of the most famous historic trail in America with a colonial-costumed historical interpreter. Our tour has been reimagined to include Boston's Histor...

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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

Guided tour2.5 hours4.9 from 61 reviewsfrom $32

Join a Civil War walking tour in Boston and explore hidden landmarks in Beacon Hill, the city's luxury locale. Walk the Black Heritage Trail and hear 19th-century tale...

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Boston: Mobsters, Mayhem and Murder Walking Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.9 from 94 reviewsfrom $32

Take a scenic walk through the heart of Boston and learn about some of the city's most famous organized crime figures and dark history on this walking tour.

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Lexington, MA: Liberty Ride Trolley Tour with Guide

Guided tour1.5 hours4.7 from 23 reviewsfrom $40

Travel back in time to colonial-era Massachusetts on a trolley tour. Learn about the Battles of Lexington and Concord, see unique historic sites, and discover the home...

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Boston: North End Flavors & Freedom Trail Walk

Guided tour5 hours4.9 from 208 reviewsfrom $89

Taste Boston’s iconic North End flavors and walk the historic Freedom Trail as you uncover centuries of American history through local eats, legendary landmarks, and e...

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.8 from 2,145 reviewsfrom $31

Experience the American Revolution on Boston's iconic Freedom Trail on a guided walking tour of all 16 official sites. Pass by Faneuil Hall, the USS Constitution, and ...

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Underground Boston Ghost Tours: Gravestones & Gunpowder

Guided tour1 hour4.4 from 206 reviewsfrom $27

Delve into Beantown’s most mysterious and macabre tales on this thrilling, haunted walking tour of Boston’s historic district.

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Boston: Freedom Trail Guided Walking Tour in French

Guided tour2.5 hours4.9 from 130 reviewsfrom $45

Discover the Freedom Trail, allowing you to retrace the history of the founding of Boston and the American Revolution while strolling through beautiful old Boston with...

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Boston Walking Tour for Children

Guided tour1 hour5.0 from 10 reviewsfrom $15

Explore 300 years of history on a fun, hands-on Freedom Trail tour for families with kids 6–12. Discover Boston’s past through fun stories, interesting landmarks, and ...

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Boston: Beacon Hill True Crime Walking Tour

Guided tour2 hours5.0 from 28 reviewsfrom $35

Explore the true crimes of the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood on a guided walking tour in Boston. Step into the dark history of the city while learning about famous...

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Boston Sightseeing: Single-Ride Pass With Double-Decker Bus

Guided tour80 minutes3.7 from 10 reviewsfrom $44

Ride Boston Sightseeing's open-top double-decker bus for panoramic city views. Live narration guides you through Boston's rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic lan...

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Boston: Movie Mile Walking Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.7 from 44 reviewsfrom $43

Live out your filmic fantasy on this walking tour of Boston's Movie Mile. See locations from Good Will Hunting, The Departed, Cheers and Legally Blonde! Led by a local...

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Boston: Sports Museum Tour & Boston Bruins Heritage Hall

Guided tour1 hour4.3 from 36 reviewsfrom $30

The Sports Museum celebrates the history and character of Boston sports, including teams that play in TD Garden and others that make Boston the envy of the sports world.

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Freedom Trail: Small Group 2 Hour Walking Tour

Guided tour2 hours4.5 from 9 reviewsfrom $20

From the Boston Massacre to Paul Revere's ride, you'll learn about the significant events of the American Revolution as you walk the streets of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods.

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Boston & Cambridge City Tour

Guided tour3.5 hours3.4 from 5 reviewsfrom $70

Forget the crowded hop-on, hop-off buses and rushed group tours where you're just another face in the crowd.

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Boston: Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.5 from 5 reviewsfrom $33

Explore the dark history of Boston on a 90-minute walking tour. Hear chilling tales of cursed artifacts, unsolved mysteries, & restless spirits as you explore eerie bu...

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Boston: Boch Center Wang Theater Behind the Scenes Tour

Guided tour1 hour4.9 from 34 reviewsfrom $25

Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks as well as the Folk Americana Root...

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Boston: Booze and Boos Haunted Walking Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.7 from 4 reviewsfrom $33

Explore Boston's haunted history on a guided pub crawl. Visit historic bars, hear tales of ghosts and ghouls, and see the King’s Chapel cemetery and Granary Burying Ground.

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Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour: Revolutionary History

Guided tour2 hours5.0 from 8 reviewsfrom $31

Walk Boston’s Freedom Trail with a local guide and uncover the stories of revolution, rebellion, and independence that shaped America.

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Boston: Freedom Trail History and Architecture Walking Tour

Guided tour70 minutes4.8 from 18 reviewsfrom $30

Hear stories that highlight Boston’s history and culture as you walk the Freedom Trail from Faneuil Hall to Boston Common. Experience the interesting architecture and ...

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Walk the Freedom Trail with a Local Tour Guide

Guided tour2 hours5.0 from 3 reviewsfrom $46

Discover the heart of America's Revolution on a guided tour of the Freedom Trail. Explore the Beacon Hill neighborhood, stroll through Boston Common, and visit the Mas...

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The Boston Running Tour Experience

Guided tour1.5 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $49

Experience Boston from a runner's perspective on a guided running tour. Pass iconic landmarks, run the final leg of the Boston Marathon, and enjoy scenic views along t...

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Cambridge: MIT Guided Walking Tour with Student Guide

Guided tour2 hours3.7 from 2 reviewsfrom $160

Explore MIT on a guided walking tour with a current student. See iconic landmarks, learn about the Institute’s history, and discover its vibrant campus life.

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Boston: The Ghosts of Boston Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.4 from 58 reviewsfrom $30

Join the Ghosts of Boston Tour and explore haunted houses, eerie cemeteries, and ghostly Revolutionary War sites. Discover the spirits of American Patriots still roami...

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From Boston: Guided Bike Tour of Cambridge

Guided tour2.5 hours4.9 from 24 reviewsfrom $78

Bike across the beautiful Charles River from Boston during this 2.5-hour guided tour. See sights from the Cambridge-side, including hot spots like Harvard and MIT.

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Boston's Beacon Hill: Small Group Walking Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $17

Stroll the shaded streets of Beacon Hill and discover a treasure trove of early American architecture, iconic designs, and fascinating stories of Boston in this charmi...

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Freedom Trail: 60 Minute Small Group Walking Tour

Guided tour1 hour4.7 from 13 reviewsfrom $17

The perfect introduction to Boston’s Revolutionary history! Enjoy a one-hour private tour with an enthusiastic local guide.

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Boston Premium Night Tour with View Boston Observation Deck

Guided tour2 hours4.6 from 6 reviewsfrom $129

Explore Boston on a small-group tour with hotel pickup. Visit Harvard, Bunker Hill, Granary Burying Ground, & the iconic North End. Enjoy view from the observation tow...

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Boston: Death and Dying Walking Ghost Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.5 from 6 reviewsfrom $35

Take a tour of the most haunted spots including the gates of King's Chapel Burying Grounds with this group tour. Lean more about the dark past behind these locales.

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Nicky & Paulie's Tour o' Boston

Guided tour2 hours3.9 from 9 reviewsfrom $35

Embark on a personalized tour with Boston's best tour guide. Experience the city's history, haunted stories, and iconic landmarks through the eyes of a devoted father-...

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Boston: Spirits Of The Dead walking ghost tour

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $35

Explore Boston's spooky history on a walking tour with a local guide. Visit historic sites, hear chilling tales, and learn about the ghosts who inhabit the city's hall...

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Boston Premium Driving Tour with Boat Cruise and Bunker Hill

Guided tour4 hours4.7 from 35 reviewsfrom $169

See Boston highlights with complimentary hotel pickup. Visit Harvard, Bunker Hill & enjoy a seasonal Harbor Cruise or Aquarium admission on this guided small-group dri...

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Boston: Night Tour with City Cruise & Harborfront

Guided tour3 hours2.5 from 3 reviewsfrom $129

Explore Boston at night with downtown hotel pickup. See iconic landmarks such as the Granary Burying Ground & State House. Unwind on a relaxing sunset Harbor Cruise wi...

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Boston: True Crime, Urban Legends, and Ghostly Tales Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours5.0 from 2 reviewsfrom $35

Welcome to the Boston After Dark walking tour. Stroll through historic Boston while hearing tales of the gangsters who once ruled these streets, serial killers, urban ...

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Boston: LGBTQ+ History: Small Group Walking Tour

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $17

Explore Boston's LGBTQ+ history on a walking tour. Visit key sites, hear stories of resistance, and learn about the city's evolving identity.

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Boston: Haunted Streets Walking Tour

Guided tour1.5 hours4.7 from 2 reviewsfrom $34

Immerse yourself in the ghostly mysteries of Boston’s historic streets. Learn the history, heroism, and horror surrounding you on this walking tour of the city's stran...

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Boston Walking Tour in Spanish

Guided tour2.5 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $50

Discover the cradle of the American Revolution. Walk the Freedom Trail, admire the historic architecture, and soak up the charm of its unique neighborhoods on a tour f...

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Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay

Guided tour2.5 hours5.0 from 2 reviewsfrom $35

Explore Boston's elegant Back Bay neighborhood on this small-group walking tour. Travel past Victorian-era architecture and hear about Bostonians who advocated for wom...

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Boston: Top 10 Freedom Trail & 'Cheers' Guided Walking Tour

Guided tour2.5 hours4.8 from 6 reviewsfrom $51

Explore the ultimate highlights of one of America’s greatest cities with our comprehensive tour, blending history, culture, and heritage into one unforgettable experience.

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Boston Witchcraft Tour

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $30

Long before the infamous 1692 Salem witchcraft trials, the shadows of witchcraft loomed over Boston. Come hear the tales of witchcraft, superstition & witch executions...

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Relive 1776: Interactive AR Experience on The Freedom Trail

Guided tour30 minutes - 2 hours4.8 from 27 reviewsfrom $30

See Boston's history come back to life in a 5-part immersive tour. Using augmented reality technology, we tell a chronological series from 1765 to 1775 as if it is tak...

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Boston: Haunted Boston Puritans, Prostitutes, & Punishments

Guided tour2 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $30

Explore Boston Common after dark on a haunted walking tour packed with Puritan history, true-crime tales, burial grounds, and ghost lore—plus laughs, prizes, and a son...

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MIT Sightseeing Tour

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $30

Take a walking tour in Spanish of the MIT campus, from Kendall/MIT to the Media Lab, and discover iconic architecture, traditions, and innovation.

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Boston: Charles Riverboat Cookies & Carols Cruise

Guided tour1 hour5.0 from 2 reviewsfrom $30

Join a one hour holiday cruise along the Charles River while listening to festive holiday music and enjoying complimentary cookies for the entire family! Full bar on b...

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Boston Haunted Donut Tour: Sweet Treats & Spooky Stories

Guided tour2 hoursfrom $70

Explore Boston’s haunted history with delicious donuts and sweet treats, spooky stories, local legends, historic cemeteries, and iconic sights on this fun walking tour.

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Boston: The Lucinda Lipol History Walking Tour

Guided tour1 hour5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $30

Experience Boston’s history with Lucinda’s witty, laughter-filled walking tour—where facts and fun go hand in hand.

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Boston: 250 Freedom Trail Walking Tour

Guided tour2 hoursfrom $40

Follow America's history, beginning at the Boston Common Visitor Center. See the site of the Boston Tea Party speech, resting place of John Hancock, end at the Old Nor...

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Boston Strong Tour

Guided tour2 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $35

Lace up your sneakers and get ready to walk in the footsteps of sports legends - from the best of the best to everyday athletes - while walking the last mile of the Bo...

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Boston: Guided Tour of Harvard, MIT, and Historical Sites

Guided tour14 hoursfrom $149

Discover Boston on a full-day excursion from New York and see some of its most iconic sites. Visit Harvard University and MIT and tour historic areas such as Beacon Hill

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Boston: Film and TV Tour of Gloucester and Manchester

Guided tour4.5 hours2.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $88

Explore the filming locations of movies and TV shows on a guided tour of Gloucester and Manchester-by-the-Sea. See the real-life settings of famous scenes and learn ab...

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Old Boston: Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour in French

Guided tour2.5 hours4.7 from 3 reviewsfrom $45

Explore Boston’s historic Beacon Hill and Back Bay on a captivating 2.5-hour walking tour. Discover iconic landmarks, stunning architecture, and rich history with a lo...

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City of Portsmouth NH: Historic and Cultural Tour Approx 2hr

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $70

Our neighborhood tour offers a peek into the area's history and unique 18th and 19th-century architecture. Embark on a journey through the North, South, West End and e...

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Title Town Tour

Guided tour2 hoursfrom $35

Explore Boston's rich sports history on foot! Follow the Freedom Trail to TD Garden and learn about how America's earliest values overlay with this Title Town's sports legacy.

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Boston Small Group Tour with Harbor Cruise & Constitution

Guided tour4 hoursfrom $169

Explore Boston on a guided tour with Bunker Hill, USS Constitution & a scenic harbor cruise. Discover Revolutionary history & skyline views with a narrated tour by a l...

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Wall Street Bike Tour: Money, Power & New York Finance

Guided tour2 hoursfrom $61

Follow the local guide on a bike tour through Lower Manhattan, exploring the heart of global finance. As you navigate between iconic landmarks, listen to the legendary...

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Freedom Trail in Spanish: The Route that Shaped the Revolution in Boston

Guided tour3 hoursfrom $85

Learn about the events that shaped the course of history and ignited the spark of independence.

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Boston through Pictures Historical Walking Tour

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $30

Boston is the cradle of American liberty. You'll learn about Boston's humble beginnings in the late 1620s, its unique history and how it got its name plus its role in ...

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Boston: Beacon Hill, Freedom Trail, Harvard – Walking Tour in French

Guided tour5 hoursfrom $68

Discover the highlights of Boston—Beacon Hill, the Freedom Trail, and Harvard—on a guided walking tour with a local French-speaking guide, and enjoy a unique experience!

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Boston: Walking tour in Portuguese and English

Guided tour4 hoursfrom $95

Feel the energy of Boston on a tour that combines the past with vibrant modern life. Explore the birthplace of the American Revolution by visiting points on the Freedo...

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A Revolutionary Running Tour of Boston

Guided tour1.5 hoursfrom $49

Experience Boston on a 3.3-mile guided running tour. Pass by iconic landmarks, enjoy scenic views, and learn about the city’s history and culture from your guide.

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