Self Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Audio/GPS Walking Tour

From$5
2 hours
Commentary: Audio · en
Boston, USA

About this activity

Discover Boston's rich history with a self-paced audio tour of the Freedom Trail, featuring 16 iconic sites and informative narration.

Highlights

  • Explore Boston's rich history at your own pace
  • Visit iconic sites like the Old North Church and Paul Revere's House
  • Enjoy informative and entertaining audio narration
  • Navigate easily with offline maps and GPS guidance
  • Experience the Freedom Trail without the crowds

Full description

Dig Deeper into Downtown Boston's historical sites between the Boston Common Visitors Center and Blackstone Corner at your own pace and schedule on this location aware, Smart Phone App Audio Walking Tour. What makes this tour special? -The revolutionary narrators are fantastic. And the sound editing will make you forget it's technology that's guiding you. - It's guided by your personal tour guide (AKA the WalknTours technology tour technology) -This is not a fact dumping tour. It's a freedom trail adventure. -Go anytime at your own pace. -Tour Never Expires. Listen later. -1 purchase works on 2 phones Simply go to the Boston Common Visitors Center, press play and put your phone in your pocket. From there you are guided turn by turn along the revolutionary streets of Boston along the freedom trial. Listen on headphones, bluetooth speakers or your phone. This is our in depth Downtown Boston tour. For the whole Freedom Trail try our "Classic Freedom Trail Tour".

Included / Excluded

  • Learn about the 54th Memorial and how they changed history forever
  • See Benjamin Franklin's Birthplace
  • See the spot JFK lived!
  • Upon completion your virtual tour will unlock, listen anytime and experience in 360° photos
  • Learn the story of the donkey infront of the old city hall
  • Location Aware (GPS guided) walking tour on the WalknTours app
  • See the Famous sites on the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, Old state house, Granary, Kings Chapel more
  • Enter both the Granary burial ground and King Chapel burial ground and explore
  • This is on your smart phone, NO in person human guide, no entrance into buildings, it's all outside

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is self-paced; plan your time accordingly to visit all 16 sites.
  • Some sites may require separate admission fees; verify in advance if you plan to enter specific locations.
  • The audio tour is available in English; ensure your device supports the required format.

Know before you go

  • Ensure your device is fully charged before starting the tour to avoid interruptions.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour covers approximately 2.5 miles.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day's 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

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Interesting history and easy to follow

Tour was interesting and easy to follow. I normally take tours with human guides but we wanted flexibility on timing so tried this self guided tour. Boston is such an interesting city filled with cool history. Highly Recommend

791TracyHMay 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Austin was very...

Austin was very informative and knew his facts about all the history locations we visited. Enjoyed it very much.

Tracy_TSep 12, 2025VIATOR

Great option for someone who wants the flexibility in the cold weather.

We did a tour in Salem and a ghost tour in Boston on our last day we wanted to do a tour nd have the flexibility to start and stop with a break for lunch in case the weather was bad and it was too cold. This was perfect. We enjoyed walking the city at our own pace and listening to the tour. Very informative and fun.

Merry_HJan 12, 2025VIATOR

On your own walking tour!

Didn’t want to do the hop in and off trolley and didn’t want to do a big group tour of area. This was nice could pause when wanted and picked up when I was ready to start up again. Informative walking tour. Had a little trouble getting started but called help number and within minutes I was all set.

Patricia_RNov 25, 2024VIATOR

Good way to walk the city and get insights at your own pace

Great way to see the city at your own pace. We did do the freedom trail tour Boston and the did the subscription to do other cities, too. Good investment - good tours. What is missing is an approximation of the duration of the tour - mentioned for some, not for others. That would help choosing....

taschk0Aug 28, 2024TRIPADVISOR