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Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay

From$35
2 hours
Commentary: Guide · en
Boston, USA

About this activity

Join an engaging 2-hour walking tour through Boston's Back Bay, uncovering the pivotal role of women in the suffrage movement and visiting key historical sites.

Highlights

  • Explore Back Bay's rich history
  • Learn about women's suffrage movement
  • Visit historic landmarks
  • Engage with knowledgeable guides
  • Discover lesser-known historical facts

Full description

Boston’s leading role in the American fight for women’s suffrage is found on the tree-lined streets of its elegant Back Bay neighborhood. This masterpiece of Victorian-era architecture is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common into historic Back Bay, visiting must-see landmarks such as the Public Garden, Newbury Street, and iconic Copley Square. Our walking tour delves deeply into the years 1870 to 1920, tumultuous decades culminating in women earning the right to vote in the United States. Walk in the footsteps of prolific activists and financiers, visiting the political battleground for pro- and anti-suffrage groups. With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's role in the advancement of women’s rights. As we travel past key landmarks and historic homes, your guide shares captivating stories of the Bostonians who assembled the Women’s Suffrage Movement.

Included / Excluded

  • Small Groups (16 guests max)
  • Women's Rights Landmarks
  • Back Bay Neighborhood
  • Gratuity for Guide (optional)
  • Admission inside Museums
  • Guides in Period Costume

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine
  • Advance booking is recommended
  • Check the meeting point details upon booking

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Dress appropriately for the weather
  • Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated

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

Traveler reviews

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Great tour, great guide -- highly recommend

Fantastic tour! A great overview of the women's suffrage movement and Boston's role in it. I'm familiar with Back Bay, but this tour made me look at it through a different lens. Maura was an incredible guide -- extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic about the subject, and just a pleasant companion for the walk. Kudos to Hub Town Tour for putting this together -- the Boston Women's Heritage Trail doesn't get the attention it deserves. Take this tour now!

JEyre1847Aug 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

This was a wonderful...

This was a wonderful tour. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. We learned so much about women’s rights in Boston while enjoying a beautiful walk through the city.

Katherine_CAug 30, 2026VIATOR

Highlight of our trip to Boston!

Kaitlin did an excellent job! Made the tour fun and was able to answer our questions! We did their Freedom Trail tour the day prior with Ted and immediately signed up for the Women’s Suffrage tour the next day. I would definitely book with Hub Town again, definitely a must do if you’re in Boston!

U7657FIgracebAug 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Best tour ever with Kaitlyn

This was an amazing tour! I was blown away by all the history and the PASSION she delivered during the tour. I highly recommend going!

Alcyone_FAug 16, 2026VIATOR

Fantastic tour

My friend and I had a fantastic time on this tour in August 2026. Zoe met us promptly at the public gardens in Boston, and from there we proceeded on a several hour tour of Boston that was both rich in history as well as enjoyable in scenery. Zoe's knowledge of suffragette history in New England was impressive, inclusive, and detailed. Zoe lives in Boston and has intimate knowledge and great enthusiasm for the city, which really shines through on the tour. We had an enjoyable time walking through the Boston public gardens, Back Bay neighborhoods, visiting the houses of prominent activists, visiting the beautiful Boston public library, and walking through a farmers markets. Great blend of lecture, walking, viewing, and resting along the way.

Jet46223844562Aug 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR
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