Overview
Enjoy the Boston's history, vibrant atmosphere and wonderful architecture on this 2-hr Guided Walking Tour of the Downtown Freedom Trail between Faneuil Hall and Boston Common and then travel on to Copley Square in Back Bay via Beacon Hill.
The Downtown Boston portion of the popular Freedom Trail features many of the locations of historical significance to the United States including the Old State House, Old Granary Burial Ground, and the site of the Boston Massacre. We will then see where the Boston aristocracy lives on Beacon Hill on our way to the Boston Public Garden and see the Victorian brownstones in historic Back Bay.
See the famous Cheers restaurant, Newbury Street and Commonwealth Avenue on our way to the Boston Marathon Finish Line. Other top highlights include: Old & New State Houses, Boston Massacre Site, Old & New City Halls, Old South Meeting House, King's Chapel, Park Street Church, Beacon Hill, Boston Public Garden, Swan Boats, Boston Public Library, Trinity Church.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
See Victorian Brownstones throughout the Back Bay neighborhood
Stroll through the Boston Public Garden and view the Swan Boats
Professional/Local Guide
2-Hour Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail + Back Bay via Beacon Hill
See popular sites between Faneuil Hall and Copley Square including Old State House & Quincy Market
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Departure Point: The corner of State and Congress Streets (outside 28 State Street), across the street from the Old State House
Address: 28 State Street,
Boston, MA 02109
Dates: Daily
Good to know
This walking tour starts at 10:00 AM and ends at approximately 12:00 noon. The actual end time will vary depending on the pace of the group and questions during the tour. The tour includes the Downtown Freedom Trail and goes to Copley Square in Back Bay via Beacon Hill.
Freedom Trail Sites included are Faneuil Hall, The Old and New State Houses, Boston Massacre Site, Old Corner Bookstore, Old South Meeting House, Old City Hall, First Public Schoolhouse site, King's Chapel, Tremont Temple, Granary Burial Ground, Park Street Church and Boston Common.
What to expect
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Freedom Trail
1 hour 10 min
Downtown Freedom Trail History & Architecture from Faneuil Hall to Boston Common. Includes Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, The Old State House, Boston Massacre Site, Old South Meeting House, Old Corner Bookstore, Old City Hall, First Schoolhouse Site, King's Chapel, Tremont Temple, Old Granary Cemetery, Park Street Church, New State House and Boston Common. Plus Additional interesting architecture along the way!
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Beacon Hill
15 min
We pass Beacon Hill where the Boston Aristocracy lived and see its historic Federal Style Architecture as well as
other interesting features of the area like the Frog Pond, Purple Windows and Gas lamps. -
Boston Public Garden
10 min
On we see the interesting sites of Boston Common, we will get the story of how Boston was transformed with the largest landfill in the world by using technology to fill in and create Back Bay, starting with the Boston Public Garden, the first Botanical Garden in the U.S. We will see the Swan Boat Lagoon, Make Way for Ducklings Statues, the Monument to the first successful use of ether - and, of course, Cheers!
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Back Bay
15 min
We will see Boston's "Parisian-based" residential Commonwealth Avenue and the Boutique Area of Newbury Street. We'll relate other restaurants and other interesting sites as well.
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Copley Square
10 min
We will end our Walking Tour in Copley Square after we view the beautiful architecture in the area, including Trinity Church, the Boston Public Library, The New Old South Church and John Hancock Tower, plus a whole lot more! We end near the Boston Marathon Finish Line, the oldest continuously operated Marathon in the World.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square
Can I cancel Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Departure Point: The corner of State and Congress Streets (outside 28 State Street), across the street from the Old State House Address: 28 State Street, Boston, MA 02109 Dates: Daily
What's included?
- See Victorian Brownstones throughout the Back Bay neighborhood
- Stroll through the Boston Public Garden and view the Swan Boats
- Professional/Local Guide
- 2-Hour Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail + Back Bay via Beacon Hill
- See popular sites between Faneuil Hall and Copley Square including Old State House & Quincy Market
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill, Boston Public Garden, Back Bay, Copley Square.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Boston CityWalks
