What You Will Do
Take in fresh seafood with a side of history on this delicious tour in Boston. Join a local guide for a walk past some of the city’s most iconic and historic sites. Try tasty lobster roll, creamy clam chowder, and other regional dishes and responsible, locally sourced favourites. Continue along the Freedom Trail and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history.
Highlights
+ Walk from the iconic Boston Harbour to the famous Freedom Trail, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill
+ Tuck into seriously tasty and unbelievably fresh lobster roll, some hearty clam chowder, a New England classic.
+ Join your local guide for a fun-filled journey on and off Boston’s famous Freedom Trail
+ Enjoy beautiful views of the iconic Boston Harbor.
+ Participate in local efforts to promote responsibly sourced and sustainable seafood.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (Outside of the Independence Wharf Building, corner of Atlantic Ave. and Seaport Blvd.)
1
Independence Wharf
30 minutes
Your tour begins at Boston's Independence Wharf. Walk around to the back of it for an incredible view of the Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum. On the way hear the story of one of the biggest events that led up to the American Revolution. Your guide will also point out notable landmarks such as Fort Point and the Seaport District, which was once a bustling commercial port and is now a thriving neighborhood.
2
HarborWalk
15 minutes
Visit the Harborwalk, a pathway that connects the neighborhoods along the Boston Harbor. While there, gain an understanding of the harbor's rich history and make sure to take in the stunning views.
3
Long Wharf
15 minutes
Walk past the first main port of Boston, where all goods came into the city for almost 200 years.
4
Quincy Market
45 minutes
Visit this famous food hall in the heart of Boston, known for its diverse dining options, shopping and entertainment.
5
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
15 minutes
This historic marketplace and meeting hall played a significant role in the American Revolution and is often referred to as the Cradle of Liberty.
6
Rose Kennedy Greenway
15 minutes
Walk to Rose Kennedy Greenway, a public park with beautiful green spaces and restaurants.
7
Marriott's Custom House
See State Street and the historic Custom House Tower, the city’s first skyscraper.
8
Old State House
We will stop in front of the Old State House and site of the Boston Massacre. Was it really a massacre or maybe just great propaganda for the Revolution?
9
Downtown Crossing
A short trek through Downtown Crossing
10
Old City Hall
15 minutes
A short trek through Downtown Crossing brings you to Old City Hall. This beautiful building, done in French Revivalist architecture, was the seat of city government for years in Boston. It also happens to be the site of the birth of public education in America. You'll definitely want to have your guide snap your picture with the bronze donkey outside the entrance.
11
Massachusetts State House
On most weekdays (government hours only!) you have a chance to see the government at work inside the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. Outside the State House, take in the views of modern Boston, including the skyscrapers of Downtown, the Financial District, and the tallest building in New England: The John Hancock Tower. We continue our journey through Beacon Hill, where you’ll have a chance to take in the quintessential architecture of Boston’s red brick row houses.
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