Boston and Cambridge Highlights Driving Tour
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$695
Boston
Massachusetts
1-6
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore Boston and Cambridge's Historic Landmarks by Minivan
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Comprehensive Tour of Boston's Key Sights
  • • Experience the Most Remarkable Boston Driving Tour Available
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the historic streets of Boston and Cambridge with a Private Half-Day Driving Tour. This unique experience offers the perfect blend of comfort and exploration, providing an opportunity to witness the rich history and vibrant culture of these iconic cities. Relax in a heated and air-conditioned modern minivan while taking in the breathtaking sights that make Boston and Cambridge truly special.

During this four-hour adventure, expect to cover a variety of must-see landmarks, including the renowned Old North Church, the Historic Paul Revere House, and the bustling Faneuil Hall Marketplace. While the tour is primarily a scenic drive, there will be optional stops for photos and a closer look at certain highlights, ensuring an immersive experience. Knowledgeable English-speaking guides will share captivating stories about Boston’s past, from the American Revolution to intriguing tales about its famous neighborhoods. Marvel at the USS Constitution, explore the prestigious Harvard and MIT campuses, and pass through beautiful areas like Beacon Hill and the Boston Public Garden—all while learning about the evolution of this historic region.

This Private Half-Day Driving Tour of Boston and Cambridge is not just an exceptional way to discover the area; it also makes the perfect gift for friends and family who cherish unique experiences. Delight someone special with this comprehensive tour, allowing them to create lasting memories in two of America's most storied cities. Experience the sights, sounds, and stories that define Boston and Cambridge today!

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Experience Overview:

Private Half-day Driving Tour Of Boston And Cambridge

See all of Boston and Cambridge from the comfort of a heated and air-conditioned modern minivan. This is a half-day driving tour that takes you through every highlight of Boston and Cambridge. The drive will include sights such as the Old North Church, Paul Revere's house, Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, Harvard, MIT, Copley Square, Boston Public Library and so much more! The tour is mainly driving, however we will (optionally) stop a few times to briefly (5-10 minutes) get out of the car for photo opportunities and a closer look at some sights! Listen to stories about Boston's past, learning about the American Revolution and the city's duality of religious morals and corruption.

What's included:

  • English-speaking Private Tour Guide

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Old North Church & Historic Site

193 Salem St, , Boston, 02113-1123, Massachusetts

See the Old North Church, famous for Paul Revere's "one if by land, two if by sea" lantern signal that started the American Revolution.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Paul Revere House

19 North Square, , Boston, 02113-2405, Massachusetts

See Paul Revere's house, one of the oldest wooden houses in historical Boston.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Great Molasses Flood Plaque

529 Commercial St, Boston, 02109-1000, Massachusetts

Learn about Boston's deadliest disaster, the Molasses Flood.

10 minutes

North End

Boston, Massachusetts

Drive through Boston's "Little Italy" and learn about the neighborhood's immigrant past.

Pass by without stopping

USS Constitution

Bldg. 5, Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, 02129, Massachusetts

Drive by the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat and learn why the ship has the nickname "The Old Ironsides".

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Bunker Hill Monument

43 Monument Square, Boston National Historical Park, Boston, 02129, Massachusetts

See the Bunker Hill Monument and learn about the first battle of the American Revolution.

10 minutes

Freedom Trail

Boston, Massachusetts

Drive through the sites located on the Freedom Trail.

Pass by without stopping

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Boston, MA 02109, USA

Learn why Faneuil Hall earned the nicknamed the "Cradle of Liberty" during the American Revolution.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

King's Chapel Burying Ground

Tremont Street, Between School And Park Streets, Boston, 02108-3201, Massachusetts

Drive by the oldest cemetery in Boston and the first Anglican Church in North America.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Old Corner Bookstore

283 Washington St, , Boston, 02108-4304, Massachusetts

See the place where Boston's famous authors published works such as Walden, Little Women, Civil Disobedience, Nature, and more.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Granary Burying Ground

Tremont Street, Boston, 02108, Massachusetts

See the historical cemetery where Paul Revere, Sam Adams, and John Hancock are buried.

Pass by without stopping

Boston Common

139 Tremont St, , Boston, 02111-1318, Massachusetts

Drive by the first public park in America and learn about Boston's founders - the Puritans.

10 minutes

Massachusetts State House

24 Beacon St, Boston, 02133-1099, Massachusetts

See the golden dome of the Massachusetts State House and learn the story of the Pine Tree Riots.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cheers

84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, USA

Drive by the iconic Cheers Bar.

5 minutes

Boston Public Garden

4 Charles St, , Boston, 02114-4602, Massachusetts

Drive by the Public Garden, the first botanical garden of the United States.

10 minutes

Beacon Hill

Boston, Massachusetts

Drive through Boston's most prestigious historical neighborhood to see cobblestone streets and brownstone houses.

10 minutes

Acorn Street

Boston, 02108, Massachusetts

Take a picture of the "most photographed street in North America".

10 minutes

Great Dome

222 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

See the Great Dome of MIT Great Dome and learn the history of how the school was founded.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Stata Center

Vasar St, MIT, , Cambridge, Massachusetts

See MIT's most iconic quirky building.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Harvard University

1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02138-3800, Massachusetts

Drive by Harvard Yard, the historic part of America's oldest university.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lowell House

10 Holyoke Pl, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

See where Harvard University students live.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Back Bay

Boston, Massachusetts

Drive through Boston's Back Bay neighborhood and learn about how Boston created much of its land.

15 minutes

Copley Square

560 Boylston St, , Boston, 02116-3603, Massachusetts

See the "jewel of the Back Bay", where Boston placed its most iconic educational, religious, and cultural institutions.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Boston Public Library

700 Boylston St, Boston, 02116-2813, Massachusetts

See Boston's famous Copley Library, one of the most beautiful buildings of Boston.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note that per Massachusetts state law: "All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions until they are 8 years old OR over 57 inches tall." We do not provide child seats; please bring age-appropriate car seats for kids who require them. We will not be able to continue with the tour if you do not have child seats for everyone that needs one. A refund will not be issued the day of the tour due to lack of proper car seats. All children must be registered as separate tour guests.
Luggage - please note that the tour vehicle is a Toyota Sienna minivan. If you are planning to bring luggage on the tour, the vehicle will only be able to seat up to four guests. The back row of seating can be collapsed to fit 4-5 suitcases or smaller bags, but the minivan will not fit 6 passengers with more than one personal item each. If you have more than 4 guests with luggage on the day of the tour, and your guide determines upon arrival that the luggage and passengers can not all safely fit in the vehicle, the tour will be canceled without refund. For alternative options, please contact us directly before booking.

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Boston and Cambridge Historical Driving Tour

Boston
Massachusetts
1-6
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore Boston and Cambridge's Historic Landmarks by Minivan
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Comprehensive Tour of Boston's Key Sights
  • • Experience the Most Remarkable Boston Driving Tour Available
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