Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
From$39
1h 45m
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Boston, USA
About this activity
Join a captivating small group tour of Boston's Freedom Trail, visiting 16 historic sites with engaging costumed guides.
Highlights
- Explore Boston Common's historic grounds
- Stand at the site of the Boston Massacre
- Visit the iconic Faneuil Hall marketplace
- Discover the Old North Church's storied past
- See the Paul Revere House, a colonial landmark
Full description
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 1775, the tumultuous period leading up to 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 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.
Included / Excluded
- Small Groups (16 guests max)
- Downtown Boston & North End
- Freedom Trail (All 16 landmarks)
- Gratuity for guide (optional)
- Admission inside museums
- Charlestown neighborhood
Itinerary
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, when the Puritans arrived in 1630 to what is now Boston.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The iconic Freedom Trail links 16 historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Oldest public land in the Americas and Boston's communal grazing pasture (1634)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Pass by: Active church and tallest building in 19th-century Boston (1809)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Boston's third-oldest burying ground and final resting place for Revolutionary Boston (1660)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Massachusetts state capitol and "Hub of the Solar System" (1798)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: First Church of England in Puritan Boston (1686, 1754)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8
Pass by: Oldest burying ground in Boston (1630)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9
Site of oldest public school in the Americas, Boston Latin School (1635)
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10
Pass by: Center of Boston politics for more than a century (1865)
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11
Pass by: Congregationalist meeting house (1729) and origin site of Boston Tea Party (1773)
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12
Pass by: Former publishing house of Ticknor & Fields (1718)
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13
Pass by: Colonial capitol of Massachusetts Bay Colony and oldest public building in Boston (1713)
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14
Tragedy strikes when British soldiers kill five Bostonians (1770)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
15
Pass by: Renowned political leader of Boston's Sons of Liberty
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
16
Hosted Boston's town meeting and known today as "The Cradle of Liberty" (1742)
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
17
Pass by: Oldest restaurant in the United States (1826) located in historic building (1704)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
18
Historic public square in heart of Boston's North End (1634)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
19
Pass by: Home of Paul Revere and oldest structure in Downtown Boston (1680)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
20
Pedestrian-only space honoring the famous Midnight Ride (1775)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
21
Pass by: Boston's oldest church held signal lanterns during Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (1723)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
22
Pass by: Second-oldest burying ground in Boston (1659)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
23
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)
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- Tours operate rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Advance booking is recommended due to limited group sizes.
- Check the tour schedule for available dates and times.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the 1.5-mile route.
- Dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
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This is a great tour. As...
This is a great tour. As with any tour, the difference between good and great is the tour guide. My tour guide was Alex. He was outstanding.
Krista_MJul 14, 2026VIATOR
Take the Guided Tour to maximize your history tours
Highly recommend this guided tour on your first day in downtown Boston. The guide explains snippets about the history of the city and the Revolutionary War that sets you up for future adventures for the visit, including USS Constitution, Bunker Hill, Boston Tea Party, etc. Definitely worth your money and time.
Michelle_WJul 14, 2026VIATOR
Such a fun opportunity to learn the history of Boston
Matthew B was our guide and he was perfect. He explained so much history and the back stories with enthusiasm and humor so he made the whole experience educational and lots of fun. I highly recommend this tour!
zaphoidJul 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Recommend this
It very informative historically accurate, Sven was out guide and he is good about guiding us in a group as well as slowing his pace for children and people of age. Excellent guide.
BARBARA_MJul 14, 2026VIATOR
Sven our guide was...
Sven our guide was amazing, so knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We learned a lot and had a great time.
Melissa_CJul 14, 2026VIATOR