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Boston Seafood to Freedom Trail Highlights Private Tour

470 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02210, USA
Duration

5 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English

Overview

This fun and informative walking tour of Boston showcases two of the city’s beloved specialties: delicious seafood and American history. Your guide will lead you on the Freedom Trail, where you’ll learn all about Boston’s Revolutionary history through landmarks including Faneuil Hall and the Old South Meeting House. Along the way, you’ll make several stops to fill up on fresh New England seafood and learn about the city’s culinary culture.

  • Explore Boston on a half-day food and history tour
  • Learn the stories behind many of Boston’s historic landmarks
  • Feast on clam chowder, lobster rolls, and fried clams
  • A limit of 12 travelers keeps the experience personal

What To Expect

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Statue of Samuel Adams



Your tour starts at this statue commemorating the American statesman, political philosopher, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Faneuil Hall Marketplace



Your tour begins at Faneuil Hall. This destination is a lively market and is located close to the waterfront. It has been a place where many notable Americans advocated for independence from Great Britain.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old State House



Moving into the heart of Downtown Boston, we stop in front of the Old State House and site of the Boston Massacre. The Old State House is one of the most iconic buildings in Boston – a Must See – and is also one of the oldest public buildings in the country. Our guide will educate you on its rich history and why it is so important today.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old South Meeting House



You can’t come to Boston and not mention the Boston Tea Party. This location, in-fact, a church is where it all began – one night in 1773, when it was the largest building in the city!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Corner Bookstore



Next we’ll pass by the site of the first bookstore in Boston, which has housed the publishers of Thoreau’s Walden, Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, and Longfellow – you may have heard of his famous tale: Midnight Ride of Paul Revere.

• Admission Ticket Free

Old City Hall



This hall was home to the city council in the 19th and 20th century, as well as the site of the first public school in America. You’ll also marvel at its breathtaking French architecture and be able to snap a photo with the famed Bronze Donkey.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King’s Chapel



A short trek through Downtown Crossing and past the Old City Hall takes you to one of the most historic places in the country – King’s Chapel, the first Anglican church in New England. Your guide will teach you about its history and its progression through the centuries. If we’re lucky, we could hear the organist practicing on the oldest church organ in the US.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Granary Burying Ground



Originally part of Boston Common, this cemetery dates back to 1660. Along the way, you’ll pass by the final resting spot of famous Revolutionary heroes like John Hancock, Paul Revere, and Sam Adams.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Boston Common



The oldest city park in the United States, Boston Common (not Commons) is a favorite with locals and visitors alike. Walking through the park, you’ll see various memorials, fountains, and recreation areas – which have been enjoyed daily since 1634.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Beacon Hill



One of the most popular and well-known neighborhoods in all of Boston, this area is home to the glorious red-brick roads that illustrate the vast history of Boston. Our guide will talk about the development of this area whilst you take in its unique beauty.

• Admission Ticket Free

Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial



A lesser-known memorial, but one of great interest and significance. This memorial commemorates one of the first African American regiments in the Civil War and their colonel Robert Gould Shaw.

• Admission Ticket Free

Massachusetts State House



You’ll love seeing the glittering dome of the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. From the outside, take in the views of modern Boston, including the skyscrapers of Downtown, the Financial District, and the tallest building in New England: The John Hancock Tower.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Boston Public Garden



This garden is full of life with residents of Boston enjoying it for walks, exercise, fun, or just a peaceful moment. The first half of your tour ends here – now it’s onto your seafood tasting experience!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Independence Wharf



From here, you’ll have perfect views of Fort Point and the Seaport District, where generations of fishermen have docked with their freshest catch. You’ll also be able to take in the spot of one of the most famous moments in pre-Revolution American history – the Boston Tea Party.

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Seaport District / South Boston Waterfront



Home to the Port of Boston, the waterfront is Boston’s lifeblood, busy with commerce and recreational activities and a beautiful place to relax and see skyline views of the city.

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway



We’ll pass through the Rose Kennedy Greenway, a series of connected parks featuring public art, recreational green and event spaces, gardens, and other attractions.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Trail



Union Oyster House
You’ll stop in at this local gem and experience the excellent New England standards served here since the early 1800s!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Additional food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide

Durations

5 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

470 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02210, USA
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