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Discover the heart of Boston with us—Paul and Nick Bessa, a dedicated father-son duo passionate about our city's rich tapestry of history. We're not just guides; we're storytellers and history buffs eager to share Boston's legacy. Why Choose Beantown's Best? - Personalized Experience: Our tours are intimate, designed to feel like a friend showing you around. - Expert Knowledge: With over a decade of guiding, Paul's insights will make history come alive. - Family-Friendly: We ensure a fun and engaging tour for all ages, creating memories that last. Our Commitment to You Your satisfaction is our priority. - A tour filled with laughter and learning. - Local tips to enrich your stay in Boston. - An invitation to see Boston through the eyes of locals who love it. From the cobblestone streets of the historic North End to the iconic landmarks dotting our skyline, we invite you to walk with us. Our tours are more than just walks; they're about connections, stories, and memories.

History, haunts, and hops: that’s what you can expect during this guided walking tour of Boston’s pubs. If the stories are true, then you’ll visit watering holes where ghosts and ghouls roam. Boston’s bloody history is no tall tale: you’ll pass by sites like the King’s Chapel cemetery and Granary Burying Ground to learn about those who died fighting for American independence. This pub crawl is an intoxicatingly good time for history buffs desiring an alternative walking tour.

Tour the Boston Common and Beacon Hill areas and visit more than 30 movie locations on this captivating private movie and TV walking tour! This tour is a must for film buffs, and is also a great way to explore Boston and its many attractions. On this Boston walking tour, your guide, a local actor, will provide a unique sightseeing tour with an entertaining twist!

Escape the hustle of the city and get away to the tranquility of Newport, Rhode Island, on a guided, small-group day tour from Boston. This quaint coastal town, known as America’s First Resort, is the perfect getaway and just 70 miles south of Beantown. Explore the Breakers mansion, the most grandiose of Newport’s summer mansions. Visit attractions like the Ocean Drive Historic District, the St Mary’s Church complex and the U.S. Naval War College, among others. Hotel pickup and drop-off plus a snack, guidebook and discount offer card are included.

Get a taste for Boston’s best Tavern Snacks and beer on a guided pub crawl around the city. Boston taverns are legendary. In fact, our founding fathers planned the American Revolution in one of them, and it’s still open today. Step inside this historic pub and grab a cold one (or two) along with some of Boston’s best Tavern Snacks. During the tour, you’ll explore some of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, like Beacon Hill, the Blackstone Block, the North End and Charlestown and two taverns.

Cover the most important parts of Boston's Freedom Trail on this walking tour. Begin at Boston Common and follow your guide on a journey focused on early American history and the Revolutionary War. As you walk, stop at the top 11 sights, where you can skip the line, saving valuable vacation time.

The 1775 Battle of Lexington was pivotal in America's War of Independence and shaping the country's future. Instead of skimming over what happened, gain an accurate insight into the battle on this small-group Lexington Battle Green tour. With a costumed guide, trace the battle's timeline, see locations such as the Old Burying Ground, hear about protagonists like John Parker and learn the stories of combatants on the American and British sides who fought and perished on that long-ago April morning.

Explore Boston’s Mafia past and learn the story behind North End’s immigrants with this interactive outdoor exploration game. Taking the role of an investigative reporter, solve a series of challenges on your phone that will lead you around the neighborhood, including to Rose Kennedy Rose Garden, North Street Park, North Square, and hidden gems.

Discover the highlights of several cities in the Northeast on this 4-day sightseeing tour by bus or minivan from Boston. Enjoy stops in New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Corning, Watkins Glen, and Niagara Falls. See and do only what you want, with entrance tickets to different attractions and experiences optional. Includes transfers and accommodations.

Explore Boston’s must-see attractions in one tour. Walk along the picturesque streets of Beacon Hill, home to Acorn Street, the most photographed street in Boston. Discover the most scenic locations in the Boston Public Garden and Back Bay’s beautiful 19th-century residential neighborhood.

There’s so much history in the city of Boston and walking the Freedom Trail is one of the best ways to explore it. Join a local guide for an educational tour of the Freedom Trail and learn all about the events that inspired the American Revolution. This private tour takes you to sites like Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House, and Granary Burying Ground where you’ll hear the real stories of patriots that fought for American independence.

Discover the stories behind historic Boston sites on a self-guided tour of downtown, and enjoy the flexibility to experience the city on your own schedule. Booking this tour means access to audio guides that never expire, so you can explore as much—or as little—as you want at a time. The included GPS-enabled app gives turn-by-turn directions as expert tour guides narrate revolutionary history and more.

Are you looking for a way to see all 16 Freedom Trail sites without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. • Find out about Samuel Adams, the one man on whom you could maybe blame the entire American Revolution and other key Freedom Trail players • Hear from producer Daniel Berger-Jones, a local educator and tour guide • Do it all in 120 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the Voice Map app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Explore the Freedom Trail on a Boston history and photography walking tour. Travel back in time and immerse yourself in American history. Visit the actual sites where patriots protested against British rule. Fascinating historical commentary reveals the truth behind the events that ignited the American Revolution.

Explore elegant neighborhoods, historic streets, and American landmarks on a Boston walking tour from the Back Bay to Beacon Hill and downtown portions of the Freedom Trail. Learn about Boston’s history and culture as you stroll brownstone-lined avenues and walk the shady paths of the Boston Public Garden. Step into Boston’s Revolutionary history in the churches, cemeteries, and battlegrounds of the American struggle for independence.

The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston is open—to new ideas, all visitors, and the infinite possibilities inspired by art. Visit our renowned global collection, shops, and cafés for an hour or spend the day with the purchase of this General Admission ticket.

Combine horror stories and booze on this haunted small-group pub crawl through Boston. Hear stories about spooky occasions and haunted history in Boston’s past from your guide and hop from pub to pub along the way. Take time to learn about Boston’s architecture and explore four different local bars in the city.

Let a costumed colonial dressed expert Guide show you Samuel Adams Boston, Sam Adams was a key figure in many of Boston's key Revolutionary events The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party and more... At The Tour of The Freedom Trail, our Mission is to provide family-friendly experiences that guide guests as they discover Boston's history on walking tours to the historic locations along Boston's Freedom Trail. Join us on a 1 hour and 45 minute walking tour and learn about the inspiring history of Boston on The Tour of The Freedom Trail. Traverse through the graveyards and sites of the Boston's history including the Tea Party and The Boston Massacre with a costumed historical interpreter.

Seeing the best of Boston doesn’t get any easier, or more economical, than with Go City's Boston All-Inclusive Pass. This flexible sightseeing pass allows visitors to pick and choose from a wide variety of Boston’s top things to do, at any pace desired over the course of one, two, three, five, or seven consecutive days. Simply save the pass (available as your 'ticket' after purchase) on your mobile device and go. No voucher redemption is required.

Learn about the Boston Tea Party and Boston’s revolutionary history at your own pace with this self-guided audio walking tour. Download the app to your phone and use it whenever you like, even when your phone is offline. Follow the route and hear stories about Boston’s history and the sites along the way.

You will go to the best local pizza and cannoli spots, stop by authentic Italian shops and you’ll even get a chance to have a picnic in the Prado to eat the tasty treats you picked up while hearing the story of Prince Pasta. Go at your own pace and schedule, the tour is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app, meaning you can go anytime. Don’t miss out on our local food and history tour experience that will take you to the most authentic spots in the North End. Along the way you'll hear the history of the North End, the story of its immigrants, Pizza, Cannoli’s and more. Take note: Most shops are open longer hours, but Galleria Umberto is ONLY open for Lunch, from 10:30 to 2:30, and they close often. Please check their schedule. You don’t want to miss this local experience. It starts at Galleria Umberto.

Explore the North End on a photography and history walking tour. Discover fascinating commentary about Boston’s oldest neighborhood, also known as Little Italy. Bring your own smartphone or camera and capture the endless photo opportunities and hidden gems that are hard to find on your own.

Cover a lot of ground and get a better understanding of the city of Boston with this private driving tour. In the company of your guide, walk the Freedom Trail and learn about the history of the city. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to easily see part of the city beyond the historic center.