Top Experiences in Boston Massacre Site

The best tour for the first acquaintance with Boston. Step by step we will become acquainted with the exciting history of the founding of Boston, we will feel like the first pilgrims disembarking from the Mayflower ship. We'll learn unexpected facts about America's oldest public park. We will explore the mysteries of Boston's Brahmins and the secret gardens of Beacon Hill, the city's oldest neighborhood. We will get to know the most important and beautiful buildings of the famous Freedom Trail and take many great photos. We will see the site of the Boston Massacre and the balcony from which the text of the United States Declaration of Independence was read in 1776. We will stroll along the bustling square around Quincy Market (this is where where you can try the lobster roll). We will enjoy the magnificent view of Boston Bay.

It's a perfect tour to see the essentials of Boston.
We'll delve into the fascinating history of Boston's founding. You'll discover the Freedom Trail's 16 iconic sites and learn about Boston's role in the American Revolution, among other topics.
Plus, you'll hear interesting facts about the city's construction, its architecture, notable figures, abolition, American education, immigration and even contemporary daily life.
Along the way, you'll see modern Boston sculptures, including "The Embrace," a recent sculpture, and the poignant Holocaust Memorial and many others.
At the end of the tour, you will have a thorough understanding of downtown Boston, often described as an open-air museum, and leave with unforgettable memories and fantastic photos.
Your guide will be a passionate French speaker ready to share captivating and original anecdotes with you.

Discover Boston the way you want to on this 2 to 2.5-hour private walking tour. Customize your itinerary with your guide to ensure you see all of the highlights on your list, such as the Freedom Trail, Boston Common, and Copley Square. Or you can leave it all up to us.  Soak in the history and charm of Boston on this private walking tour.

We give just the right mix of history, architecture and cultures - with stories that highlight the charm and story of Boston.

Walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary War heroes with this self-guided audio tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail! Get the facts behind the story of Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride, relive the fight for American Independence, and much more. Journey back in time to historic Boston in the days of Paul Revere and Samuel Adams. As you walk the Freedom Trail, you’ll learn about everything from the Boston Common to the USS Constitution. Plus, relive the Battle of Bunker Hill with a riveting bonus tour!

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

With this purchase, you can enjoy a complimentary self-guided walking tour of the Bunker Hill Monument.

Join this great adventure touring with us one of the most English cities in the United States and with a lot of richness in American culture and history where we will visit the most picturesque neighborhoods with Victorian houses and illuminated with old lanterns. We will visit the Harvard University campus and take photos with the monument of the three lies. At the end of the tour you will have free time for lunch and typical food from the region, including clam chowder and lobster (no food is included).

On March 5, 1770, a confrontation between British soldiers and Bostonians just outside the Old State House left five dead and many more wounded. This confrontation, known as the Boston Massacre, forever altered the history of Boston and the American colonies.

The Massacre and Memory Tour is a guided walking tour that explores the circumstances and events led to this deadly incident. Uncover how patriot and loyalist factions in town attempted to control the narrative surrounding the event through dueling reports circulated throughout the colonies and abroad. Discover how later generations of Bostonians used the Massacre to argue against slavery and teach the American public about Crispus Attucks, one of the Massacre’s first victims. You will also learn how Bostonians in the 1970s used the legacy of the Massacre in very different ways while debating how to address racial segregation in public schools.

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Boston on this guided, 2-hour walking tour. Includes the History, Architecture and Culture of Boston. See the Victorian brownstone homes in Back Bay. Explore the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood where the Boston aristocracy live. Then travel through Downtown Boston on the popular Freedom Trail, featuring many locations of significance to the history of the United States. Visit places like the Park Street Church, the Granary Burying Ground, and Faneuil Hall.

This tour will be limited in size to 10 participants through 2020 in order to facilitate Covid-19 spacing requirements. Masks are required during this period. Masks will be available from the tour guide if necessary.

Are you looking for a way to see all 16 Freedom Trail sites without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.

• Find out about Samuel Adams, the one man on whom you could maybe blame the entire American Revolution and other key Freedom Trail players
• Hear from producer Daniel Berger-Jones, a local educator and tour guide
• Do it all in 120 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the Voice Map app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Ride Boston's affordable trolley tour! CityView's silver trolleys take you through the streets of Boston and take in the highlights with a convenient and easy hop-on hop-off service. Learn about historical places and events, including the Freedom Trail, Boston Tea Party, Paul Revere’s Ride, the Boston Massacre, and Bostonians' role in America's history on this fully narrated tour.

Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, providing guests a chance to see ALL SIXTEEN official landmarks on the Freedom Trail.

Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1776, the tumultuous years leading into the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country.

With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.

Discover the heart of Boston with us—Paul and Nick Bessa, a dedicated father-son duo passionate about our city's rich tapestry of history. We're not just guides; we're storytellers and history buffs eager to share Boston's legacy.

Why Choose Beantown's Best?

- Personalized Experience: Our tours are intimate, designed to feel like a friend showing you around.

- Expert Knowledge: With over a decade of guiding, Paul's insights will make history come alive.

- Family-Friendly: We ensure a fun and engaging tour for all ages, creating memories that last.

Our Commitment to You

Your satisfaction is our priority.

- A tour filled with laughter and learning.

- Local tips to enrich your stay in Boston.

- An invitation to see Boston through the eyes of locals who love it.

From the cobblestone streets of the historic North End to the iconic landmarks dotting our skyline, we invite you to walk with us. Our tours are more than just walks; they're about connections, stories, and memories.

Dive into New England history with this tour combo of Salem and the Boston Freedom Trail.

In Salem, uncover the truth behind the Witch Trials. Relive the panic which seized this colonial town. Learn about the victims and why they were accused. Explore this historic town, admire its preserved architecture, and unearth all its dark secrets.

Then, walk in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers on Boston’s Freedom Trail. History comes alive with this gripping retelling of the fight for independence!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

This tour doesn’t include entrance to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Hire a private tour guide for your 90-minute walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Take your time, and ask any questions you want! We cover the first 11 historic sites starting in Boston Common at the Visitor Information Center, and end at Faneuil Hall. Ask your guide to give you local's recommendations for spots to go after your tour!

Entertaining and educational, this tour is centered on American history with a focus on the Revolutionary War. You'll learn patriotic, fascinating stories of America's founding by great patriots in Boston. Great for school groups, work outings, and families ranging all ages! A highlight of many people's visit here. A must-do.

Any start time can be arranged for your convenience.

Walk the historic Freedom Trail with us and see 11 of 16 sights, the perfect length to keep you absorbed and entertained while learning at the same time. Follow along with us and enjoy the stroll without worrying about directions or getting lost on your own. It’s great for families and solo travelers alike. Our guides go through rigorous training from an experienced Freedom Trail tour guide and professional actor because we want your time with us to be fun and memorable. Dressed in Revolutionary period clothing, you will truly immerse in the moment while we bring history to life together!

Return to the American Revolution with this essential bundle of driving and walking tours! Walk in the footsteps of the founding fathers along Boston’s Freedom Trail and in Philadelphia’s historic Old City. Visit the spot where the Boston Tea Party began. Follow the famous battle of Lexington & Concord, where the “shot heard ‘round the world” was fired! Plus, take a trip through Valley Forge, the site where General George Washington’s army faced impossible odds early in the revolution.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

If you're looking for a different, casual and fun way to see the city, we're the tour for you. You'll see that our guides love what they do. While the material at times is dark, there are plenty of laughs. The walk is scenic, and will take you to places most locals don't even know about. Many of our guests say this is the highlight of their trip to Boston.

Using excellent storytelling and occasional dad jokes, we are here to ENGAGE our listeners, whether they're half-bored kids, history buffs, tourists, or locals. Small groups of 25 guests and fewer make it fun and enjoyable, not crowded and insane, but provide enough cover that you can laugh out loud without feeling embarrassed. Covering ALL 16 SITES on the Freedom Trail, we make sure you see everything while leaving time for a few deeper stories. Our goal is to help you understand why the American Revolution began in Boston, and why we're proud to call this city home.

While this is the story of the American Revolution, our professional guides have been trained by veteran guides and historians to provide fun details off the beaten path, as well. Hancock, Adams, and Revere mingle with names like Charles Ponzi, Frederick Douglass, and Phillis Wheatley. Something for everyone!

Let a costumed colonial dressed expert Guide show you Samuel Adams Boston, Sam Adams was a key figure in many of Boston's key Revolutionary events The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party and more...

At The Tour of The Freedom Trail, our Mission is to provide family-friendly experiences that guide guests as they discover Boston's history on walking tours to the historic locations along Boston's Freedom Trail.

Join us on a 1 hour and 45 minute walking tour and learn about the inspiring history of Boston on The Tour of The Freedom Trail.
Traverse through the graveyards and sites of the Boston's history including the Tea Party and The Boston Massacre with a costumed historical interpreter.

The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see Boston. Depending on your chosen timeslot, guests will either meet at 139 Tremont Street (the Boston Common Visitor Center) or in front of 120 Tremont Street. You will hear about Boston's inspiring history. Following the freedom trail past several historic sites guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail for approximately 1.2 miles from the Boston Common to Paul Revere's house.

Simply the most accurate tour of Boston's revolutionary history.
Book this tour if you're looking for;
History that is relevant in the 21st century.
Brand new research on iconic figures and places.
A story of the Revolution that is diverse and inclusive of modern audiences.
Information that builds active citizenship and critical thinking.
Affable, charismatic guides that can customize to your needs.
An experience you won't get in any textbook or any other city.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Welcome to Boston, home of the American Revolution, site of the Tea Party, and a hotspot for…. ghosts? That’s right — this historic city is full of dark graveyards, spooky sightings, and haunted houses.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

A comprehensive exploration of Boson's original neighborhoods and a complete retelling of the American Revolution from the founding of Boston to the Declaration of Independence. Unlike most tours which limit themselves exclusively to what's on the Freedom Trail (in whichever order and direction it happens to go) this tour takes a wholistic approach to the city and the story. We follow a curated route visiting 14 iconic landmarks in the same order the history unfolded, pulling everything together into an immersive citywide narrative that recreates the drama and brings to life the passions personalities, and psychologies that invented America.

There are no big crowds or cheesy costumes. This tour combines expert insights with a light-hearted sense of humor and expands beyond "just" the Freedom Trail so you will enjoy the charm of the old town while getting a real sense of the beautiful and booming modern city as well.

Awarded Boston Magazine's Best Historical Tour in 2022

Step back in time and experience the journey of Boston's Freedom Trail with our immersive tour. This one-of-a-kind experience will transport you to the very heart of America's revolutionary past, allowing you to walk in the footsteps of the passionate patriots who shaped the nation.

Our tour takes you to some of the most significant locations in America's early history. From the iconic Massachusetts State House and historic Boston Common, to the legendary Old North Church and the hallowed grounds of Copp's Hill Burying Ground, you'll witness firsthand the places where history was made.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about America's past, this immersive tour is a must-do experience. Discover the spirit of patriotism that ignited a revolution and gain a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs that paved the way for the birth of a nation. Join us on this unforgettable journey through Boston's Freedom Trail and let history come alive before your eyes!

After your cruise ship docks in Boston, spend your time seeing the city's top attractions on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour! Explore Boston at your leisure, which allows you to create your own itinerary and see the most popular sites of Boston at your own pace. Board the trolley within a short walk from the cruise port, and enjoy a day of visiting Boston’s famous landmarks and must-see sights.

Get the full Massachusetts experience with this combo of walking and driving tours around Boston!

You’ll find ten tours in one app - all highly entertaining, thoroughly researched and prepared by local guides.

Self-Guided Tours are:
1- Boston Freedom Trail (Walking)
2- Harvard Square (Walking)
3- Boston Ghost (Walking)
4- Salem Witch Trials (Walking)
5- Boston Harborwalk (Walking)
6- Plymouth (Walking)
7- Cape Cod & Provincetown (Driving)
8- Cape Ann (Driving)
9- Battle of Lexington (Driving)
10- Martha’s Vineyard (Driving)

This self-guided tour allows you to explore Boston’s historic wonders with maximum flexibility and value.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

Looking for a short and not too strenuous activity for after lunch? Join us for an abbreviated tour of the Freedom Trail! From Boston Common to Faneuil Hall and everything in between, let our highly trained and knowledgeable guides take you on a tour through Boston's downtown, and its history!
While our focus is on the American Revolution, there's so much more to our city than patriots and loyalists. Let us take you on a journey through our founding, independence, literary history and political drama as we follow along the Freedom Trail. Before we're through we're certainly you'll have fallen in love with our city just as much as we have!

Discover the hidden history of Boston’s role in the Revolutionary War on the very streets that bore witness to some of the most significant events in our nation’s birth. This tour of the Boston Freedom Trail is a journey through time, a chance to experience for yourself the sights, sounds, and stories of America's fight for independence.

From the majestic halls of the Massachusetts State House, where you can practically hear John Hancock and Samuel Adams rally the colonists to the Old North Church where you will feel the high stakes of Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride and his warning of the British invasion.

An unforgettable adventure, this tour takes you to the center of the revolutionary action, where the flame of independence burst from the smoldering embers of rebellion. With a wealth of knowledge and a deep love for the city, your expert local guide will immerse you in the hidden gems of Boston's revolutionary past, bringing history to life before your very eyes.

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the vibrant streets of Boston, Massachusetts. Explore both old and new, as you explore the Freedom Trail, wander through Boston Common, see the North End, and countless iconic Boston sights.

Delve into the happening and historic North End and experience the uniquely Boston character of its culturally and historically rich downtown. Explore at your own pace and see the best of what Boston has to offer. Ready to discover Boston in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

Walk the Freedom Trail to see all 16 historical sites as well as a few hidden gems along the way! Your knowledgeable tour guide will tell you the history behind each site on the tour. Listen to hilarious stories about Boston's checkered past while learning about the American Revolution and the city's Puritan founders.

The tour is led by expert guides passionate about unearthing hidden narratives. This immersive experience delves beyond the standard historical accounts, revealing lesser-known stories of the individuals who shaped America's fight for independence. From the untold struggles of marginalized communities to the secret operations of spies and radicals, our tour uncovers the intricate layers of the past, with events relevant to this day. 

Learn history told through hilarious stories, ensuring you are both entertained and educated during the tour! The tour guide will show you historical maps and photographs to fully immerse you in the story. Great for the entire family!

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".