Boston Freedom Trail Historical Walking Tour

Walk through history as you explore 13 of the 16 sites along Boston's Freedom Trail with a local historian and storyteller as your guide. Your adventure begins in the lush, green Boston Common, America's oldest urban park. From there, head to the Massachusetts State House, located on land once owned by the one and only John Hancock. See the resting place of notable patriots such as Samuel Adams and Paul Revere before you learn the legend of his Midnight Ride, stepping into Old North Church and his former home. Along the way, you'll get a firsthand look at the sites that were integral to America's fervent pursuit for independence, from Faneuil Hall to the site of the Boston Massacre. On this walking tour of Boston, the history of the American Revolution come to life through captivating stories and a perfectly crafted itinerary.

Meeting Point

Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial

Freedom Trail, Boston, MA 02108, USA

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial, 26 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108 (across the street from the Massachusetts State House).

What's included:

• Local English-speaking guide
• Entrance to Old North Church: sanctuary/crypt/bell chamber

Not included:

• Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
• Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Boston Common

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

Your adventure begins in the lush, green Boston Common—America's oldest urban park, with roots in the 17th century and ties to the American Revolution. There's no better place to begin your journey along the Freedom Trail.

15 minutes

Massachusetts State House

24 Beacon St, Boston, 02133-1099, Massachusetts

From there, head to the Massachusetts State House, located on land once owned by the one and only John Hancock.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Granary Burying Ground

Tremont Street, Boston, 02108, Massachusetts

After swinging by the Park Street Church, you'll head to the Granary Burying Ground, the final resting place of notable patriots such as Samuel Adams and Paul Revere.

15 minutes

Freedom Trail

Boston, Massachusetts

Continuing along the Freedom Trail, you'll see sights that played a pivotal role in early American history. Discover the space where revolutionaries met to plan pivotal events such as the Boston Tea Party, pause at the somber site of the Boston Massacre, and hear the story of Samuel Adams at Faneuil Hall.

1 hour

North End

Boston, Massachusetts

Next, it's time to head into the North End neighborhood to continue your walking tour of Boston. Over the centuries, this part of Boston has become a home to a thriving Italian immigrant community. While here, you'll pause outside the Paul Revere House for a brief introduction.

15 minutes

Old North Church & Historic Site

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

As the highlight of your Freedom Trail tour, you'll explore Old North Church from top to bottom with detailed commentary from your guide. Climb up to the bell chamber for a private visit just for your small group and have the historic space all to yourself. You'll also descend below the church for a fully guided visit of the crypt, where over 1,100 congregants were buried between 1732 and 1860.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included