Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Admission
About this activity
Highlights
- Engage in live historical reenactments
- Explore full-scale replica ships
- Participate in the 'tea dumping' protest
- Discover rare artifacts from the 18th century
- Enjoy a variety of teas at Abigail's Tea Room
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Live Narrated Guided Tour
- Gratuities
- Museum closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and subject to closures for private events.
Itinerary
Join the Sons and Daughters of Liberty and relive the night of December 16, 1773. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is an interactive, guided experience where you will be a part of the single most important event leading up to the American Revolution. Board 18th-century replica sailing ships brig Beaver and Eleanor, and join the countrymen in tossing the tea into the sea! View the only known surviving tea chest from that fateful night, the Robinson Tea Chest. Transport back in time while viewing the multi-sensory film "Let it Begin Here", where you will be a part of Paul Revere's midnight ride and be placed into the battle where the "Shot heard 'round the world" was fired. Complete your experience with a stop in Abigail's Tea Room at the end of your tour to enjoy some tea time. MUSEUM CLOSED ON THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Important information
Know before you book
- Tickets are timed; if you miss your scheduled time, you'll be assigned the next available slot.
- The museum is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; plan your visit accordingly.
- Parking is limited; consider using public transportation or nearby parking garages.
Know before you go
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to ensure a smooth check-in process.
- Comfortable footwear is recommended, as the tour involves walking and standing for most of the visit.
- Photography is allowed in designated outdoor areas but not inside the museum's interior.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- ALL guests must check in on-site 15 minutes prior to your tour time. Anyone not checked in within 15 minutes of their tour time may be considered a no-show and their seats may be re-allocated.
- MUSEUM CLOSED ON THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS DAY
- SKIP THE LINE
- The Museum will be closed for maintenance January 27th through February 5th
Traveler reviews
Great Tour but…
Greatest historic experience of our independence from England Nice actors I would not recommend go on the 5 PM tour because they rush you out of there. I didn’t have a to use the bathroom because they close it ? and we could not see the Abigail tea room because they close it too They kept saying come back at 9 AM?!! Nearest bathroom was over two walking blocks, so do not go to the 5 PM tour. I was very disappointed.
Huzzah!
Interactive experience about one of the biggest moments in U.S. history. The players got into their roles and made it an enjoyable experience. There was a lot more to the visit other than "throwing the tea overboard". You get a character card and can become a part of the group defending the liberties of all. They also have a tea chest that survived the "party" with an amazing story behind it. I would recommend this event for any family with kids, especially those that are learning it in school.
Fun but feel like people...
Fun but feel like people need more instruction w/ character cards. Might save confusion down the road.
Tea Party Rebels
It had a great interactive experience. We saw and walked through a replica of the original boat. It was full of facts about the events surrounding the night.
Child, wet, windy Boston...
Child, wet, windy Boston day. You're was very accurate even the weather cooperates Great enactors and very clean establishment