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Self-Guided Boston Christmas Tour

From$9.75
2 hours
Commentary: Audio · en
Boston, USA

About this activity

Experience Boston's rich history and festive spirit with a self-guided audio tour, allowing you to explore at your own pace and discover holiday decorations along the Freedom Trail.

Highlights

  • Explore Boston's historic Freedom Trail
  • Discover festive decorations along the route
  • Learn about Boston's Christmas traditions
  • Enjoy a self-paced holiday adventure
  • Experience the city's rich history and culture

Full description

Explore the gas lit winter wonderland streets of Boston and Beacon Hill as we discover the Christmas tales of Boston's past walking on cobbled stoned alleys. One tour purchase works on up to 4 smart phones. See the Kings Chapel, The Boston Christmas Tree, Beacon Hill, the most photographed street in Boston, the best holiday lights, the oldest hotel in the USA and walk through the gas light, cobbled stoned street winter wonderland. Go anytime, at your own pace, the tour is smart phone guided (GPS navigated) experience narrated by Santa Clause and his rag tag holiday crew.

Included / Excluded

  • The Boston Christmas Tour in the app
  • After completion of the tour you'll unlock the virtual tour to hear the stories again
  • One tour purchase works on up to 4 smart phones
  • Live tour guide services

Itinerary

1

Here the story of Christmas history in Boston. We are only outside, across the street. We do not go in.

Duration: 3 minAdmission: NO
2

Pass by: The story of Charles Dickens and his history at the Omni Parker.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Walk by only. Boston's third oldest burying ground.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Pass by: See Frog pond (area) and if lucky they opened the ice skating rink, but it might be closed to COVID. This was ranked the best ice skating rink in the USA.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

See the home of multiple authors that wrote famously wrote Christmas stories.

Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: Hear its Christmas Traditions.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: See the most photographed street in Boston.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

See the Commonwealth Avenue lights.

Duration: 2 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is designed for self-guided exploration; no live guide is provided.
  • Audio content is in English; ensure you have the necessary language support if required.
  • Availability may vary; check the latest schedule before booking.

Know before you go

  • Ensure your device is fully charged for the duration of the tour.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for Boston's varied terrain.
  • Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions.

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

  • Service Animals Allowed

Good to know

  • The tour is Christmas Themed. You can take the tour anytime of the year as the history of the buildings is relevant, but Christmas Trees are only here in December.

Traveler reviews

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Best way to get to know the Culture of. City

Wonderful way of getting to know the tales of a city at your own paste and at any hour of the day!!!! We really enjoyed the Christmas Boston Tour and felt Christmas!!!!

Juan RDec 15, 2024TRIPADVISOR

We had a great time on...

We had a great time on the Christmas walk. Enjoyed learning the history and the humor sprinkled through it added to the enjoyment.

Jennifer_JDec 5, 2021VIATOR

Additional information

The tour is Christmas Themed. You can take the tour anytime of the year as the history of the buildings is relevant, but Christmas Trees are only here in December.
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