Boston · HISTORICAL TOURS
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Four hundred years happened on these few square miles, from the first colony to the shot that started a revolution. These are the 15 best history tours in Boston: which walk the Freedom Trail, which head out to Lexington and Concord, how long each takes, and which suit a serious buff over a first-timer.
A historian-led, lantern-friendly walk through 400 years of Salem, from the Witch Trials Memorial to the Witch House exterior.
“The tour guide was very theatrical. We learned about several haunted houses and some about the witch trials.”
2.5-hour historian-led Freedom Trail walk from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill. See 16 landmarks, ask questions, and end by the harbor.
“Cyrus was an excellent guide and even though it was freezing cold he managed to make the tour enjoyable and interesting. 100% recommended.”
Step inside Fenway Park with a guided 1-hour tour, Green Monster access, and the Fenway Park Living Museum’s huge artifact collection.
“Great Tour of Fenway Park. The tour guides were great and very knowledgeable. You even get to go on top of the Green Monster”
Taste North End classics and walk the Freedom Trail’s Revolution sites on a small-group, fully on-foot Boston tour.
“We had a wonderful time on our tour!! We had great food and great company. Caitlin was a great guide. Fun and very knowledgeable!”
A 1-hour Boston Harbor cruise from Long Wharf with live narration, big-window comfort, and standout Revolutionary War sights.
“It was comfortable cruising. Loved the guide, she explained everything with some humor and jokes. The weather was great for the day, sunny and warm. It was very enjoyable and informative.”
Small-group Freedom Trail walk from Boston Common to the North End with Revolution stories, Paul Revere sites, and views of USS Constitution and Bunker Hill.
“the tour was really enjoyable and informative. Amir was an excellent guide despite some challenging weather with thick snow and freezing temperatures he made the past come alive and this was a really fantastic tour!”
A narrated 1-hour Boston Harbor cruise from Long Wharf, past USS Constitution and Boston Light, with skyline views and lively stories.
“The tour itself was great - especially the narration and history shared. I was a little surprised by the interior of the boat. Definitely aged with torn upholstery. Seemed a bit beat up. Overall still a worth while tour.”
Walk Boston’s North End for Italian bites, espresso, and a church stop tied to Paul Revere, all in a small group for about 2 hours.
“Tim was a great guide. Very personable and had a lot of interesting insights! And if course the food was delicious!!”
Boston North End pizza and Freedom Trail walk: 3 pizza slices, Modern Pastry cannoli, and 16-site history for $69.
“This was a terrific tour! Scotty, our tour guide, was knowledgable, funny, and informative, and gave us great ideas for things to do and see after our tour -- and where to find a great steak! The pizza was delicious -- it's amazing to be able to link the food to the Freedom Trail. Would highly recommend this tour!”
A 2-hour Boston walking tour that pairs iconic donut stops with North End streets, Public Market bites, and apple cider tastings.
“Jackie was an amazing tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and personable. We had a lot of fun and the donuts were delicious.”
One-hour Salem witch trial and haunt tour: memorial, Burying Point, plus Bewitched and Hocus Pocus filming spots for $29.
“Jake was an awesome tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and answered all of your questions. He walked at a decent pace and even had a few jokes! Thank you for the awesome tour!”
Small-group Freedom Trail pub crawl from Faneuil Hall with fun guides, colonial stories, and your own pint picks near sites.
“Fun pubs and informative about Boston and Freedom trail. Great guide. Lots of enthusiasm and good recommendations.”
A 2.5-hour Salem walking tour that goes past witch trials, with stops at McIntire District and the Witch Trials Memorial. Small-group pace.
“Ken was the best tour guide! Super passionate and knowledgeable about Salem! Huge wealth of knowledge and some fun anecdotes along the way. We would highly recommend his tour if you want a well rounded history tour!”
A 90-minute walking tour through Salem’s 1692 witch trial sites, with a focus on people, power, and the places that still remain.
“Friendly guide very knowledgeable of history and city. Made sure everyone in the group was comfortable and everyone was able to keep up the pace.”
Salem night haunt-and-history walk with a licensed guide, Witch Trials sites, cemeteries, and ghost stories, ending back at Essex Street.
“Sebastian was a wonderful guide on our night tour of Salem. He told us incredible stories that will stay with us for a long time. Very memorable activity. Highly recommend.”
