FREEDOM TRAIL TOURS TO JOIN IN BOSTON

The Freedom Trail is a unique collection of museums, churches, meeting houses, burying grounds, parks, a ship, and historic markers that tell the story of the American Revolution and beyond. The Freedom Trail highlights the revolutionary history that took place at 11 of the 16 official Freedom Trail historic sites. The tour starts at the Boston Common Visitor Center at 139 Tremont Street. After visiting the Boston Common, one of the oldest parks in the United States, swing by the Massachusetts State House, located across from Boston Commons. After visiting the seat of government for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, stop by Park Street Church, which is known best for it's role in the anti-slavery movement and as the location where "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" was first sung in 1831.  Right next to Park Street Church is Granary Burying Ground, one of Boston's oldest cemeteries, it is the final resting place of many notable figures, including Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams. After visiting the Granary Burying Ground, stop by King's Chapel, a historic church, founded in 1686, that features a beautiful interior and a historic burial ground. Then walk over to the old South Meeting House, a  historic meeting house that played a significant role in the events leading up to the Boston Tea Party. Don't forget about the Old State House, which is a symbol of Boston's colonial past, this historic building features a museum and exhibits on Revolutionary Boston and the Site of the Boston Massacre, which is marked with a cobblestone circle in front of the Old State House. Swing by Faneuil Hall, known as "Cradle of Liberty," has served as a marketplace and a meeting hall for important gatherings and speeches. Take a stroll over to the North End where you can visit the historic home of  Paul Revere, known for his famous midnight ride to warn of British troops' arrival, along with the Old North Church, which is where the lanterns were hung to signal Paul Revere about the British troops' movements. 

The Freedom Trail provides a unique opportunity to explore Boston's rich history and heritage while walking through its historic neighborhoods. Many of the sites along the trail offer guided tours and educational programs, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and tourists interested in American history. All Freedom Trail tours led by 18th-century costumed guides are excellent for families, school field trips, corporate team building, incentives, and convention activities. These tours can be customized to fit your group's schedule and are available year-round. 

Self Guided Tours

If you prefer exploring at your own pace, you can download or purchase self-guided tour materials, such as maps and audio guides. These resources provide information about each stop on the trail, allowing you to explore independently. 

The Freedom Trail is a collection of public and private sites linked together throughout Boston that work to preserve the history of sites relevant to Boston's role in America's struggle for freedom. Boston National Historical Park, established in 1974, works with these sites in order to preserve and tell these stories. The trail itself stretches from Boston Common to Charlestown Navy Yard - two and a half miles for visitors from all over the world to come to explore their past. Some choose to walk the entire 2.5-mile trail, end to end. Others select a handful of sites of particular interest and focus on those places. Visits can be as short as a few hours—however, those who wish to enter every historic site and explore what each site has to offer can spend a full weekend along the Freedom Trail. Download this Freedom Trail Audio Tour to listen to the stories of the sites on the Freedom Trail, while you explore.

Freedom Trail: Small Group Tour

$39.50

Take a deep dive into the history of the American Revolution on this walking tour of Boston. Your historian guide will focus on the years between 1760 and 1775, a tumultuous time with plenty to talk about. Stroll the Freedom Trail and ask questions along the way; your small group will make for an intimate atmosphere. Meet your guide at the 300th Anniversary Monument within Boston Common, steps from the intersection of Beacon Street at Spruce Street. The memorial is directly opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108), two blocks downhill from the golden dome of the Massachusetts State House. our 2.5-hour tour concludes on Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, overlooking Boston Harbor and Freedom Trail historic landmarks across the Charles River. The terrace is steps from local favorites on Hanover Street, including Italian restaurants, pastry shops, pizza, and more. Expect to see 16 official historic landmarks on the Freedom Trail with a small group of just 16 people or fewer. This Walking tour is perfect for history buffs and first-time visitors to Boston and the allows you to get to know the city intimately.

Boston Freedom Trail Daily Walking Tour

$26.57

Walk the Freedom Trail with a guide in historic costume on a tour from Boston Common to Faneuil Hall, a 1.2-mile route that covers important sites in the heart of Boston. This tour's shorter distance lets you follow in the footsteps of the founding fathers and American revolutionaries without making the more strenuous trek all the way across the Charles River, finishing in a spot that’s convenient to top Boston attractions. Start at the Boston Common Visitors Center and wrap up the tour at historic Faneuil Hall Square, right near multiple restaurants, subway stations, and historic landmarks. Stroll a section of the Freedom Trail that’s densely packed with sites with a Costumed guide sharing stories from Boston's history. This tour is perfect if you want a short walking tour of downtown, Boston.

Boston: Guided Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail

Experience the American Revolution on Boston's iconic Freedom Trail on a guided walking tour of all 16 official sites. Pass by Faneuil Hall, the USS Constitution, and the Boston Massacre Site. See all 16 of Boston's iconic Freedom Trail sites in a single tour with an experienced guide. Learn about famous Americans like Paul Revere and John Hancock, along with lesser-known stories of women, African Americans, and immigrant patriots and pioneers. Start your tour just inside the Boston Common at the back of the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial, located at the corner of Park and Beacon Streets. Discover tales of rebels, gangs, and Midnight Riders, with a few cheap dad jokes for good measure. Gain an understanding of Boston's role in the American Revolution and how the city became a pioneer in the fields of abolition, American education, and immigration. Along the way, learn about the explosive events of the American Revolution like the Boston Tea Party and the Boston Massacre in the places they happened. See Sites like the Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King's Chapel, the Benjamin Franklin Statue, the Old Corner Bookstore, the Old South Meeting House, the Old State House, the Boston Massacre Site, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, the Old North Church, Copp's Hill Burying Ground, the USS Constitution, and Bunker Hill Monument. 

Boston: Hop-On, Hop-Off Trolley Ticket

Explore Boston on the comprehensive hop-on and hop-off trolley bus and discover the Cradle of Liberty and the Birthplace of Freedom at your own pace. Jump off at sights such as Boston Common and USS Constitution, as well as the sites of the Freedom Trail. Discover Boston onboard an enchanting hop-on and hop-off trolley to see all the historic sights at your own pace. Choose from a 1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off open-air trolley ticket, providing access to 9 stops, all conveniently located close to the city’s premier attractions. Friendly tour guides are on board, ready to narrate your tour, and you can join and end the tour at any of the stops along the route. Jump off in neighborhoods such as North End and Beacon Hill to explore further. Take the full 1-hour circuit non-stop to get a great orientation of downtown Boston or explore in your own time.

Hop-on and hop-off trolley stops:

New England Aquarium - Shuttle and Ferry - Quincy Market – Faneuil Hall

Paul Revere House - Little Italy

North End - Old North Church

USS Constitution - Old Ironsides

North Station - TD Bank Garden Sports Museum

Old State House - Faneuil Hall – Boston Massacre - Government Center

Boston Common - Public Garden

State House - Beacon Hill

South Station - Convention Center - Children’s Museum

Why Should you visit the Freedom Trail?

Boston played a central role in many events leading up to the American Revolution, including the Boston Tea Party and the Battles of Lexington and Concord. It's often referred to as the "Cradle of Liberty" for its historical significance. Boston boasts numerous historic landmarks, including the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, the Boston Common, and the USS Constitution Museum. Visiting the Freedom Trail is a popular and historically significant experience, especially for those interested in American history and the founding of the United States. The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile-long trail in Boston, Massachusetts, that takes you to 16 historically significant sites, each of which played a crucial role in the American Revolution and the early history of the United States. Therefore, the Freedom Trail is a must-visit if you are going to be in Boston.