Boston Historic Taverns Tour with Tastings and Ferry
Boston Pizza Tours
4.8
Debbie_B
23 days ago
Very fun and informative. Be sure to dress for the weather and definitely wear comfortable shoes. Our guide, Big Al was fun.
Raise a pint to the spirits of Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington as you relive almost 400 years of Tavern History in Boston. This fun & informative 3.5-hour Walking Tour (approx 2.5 miles) also includes a Ferry Ride across scenic Boston Harbor! See and Learn the history of 5 Freedom Trail sites. Includes 2 Historic Tavern visits, enjoying one Drink (beer/wine/soda) and an Appetizer at both Tavern stops. Along the way you’ll explore Boston’s oldest neighborhoods like Charlestown Navy Yard, Blackstone Block, Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market and the North End (Boston's Little Italy). Visit some of New England’s most historic landmarks as well as two of Boston's oldest Pubs & Taverns. Also look for our popular Pizza Lovers Tour and our Seafood Lovers Tour, too. Walk, Learn, Eat.... and repeat!
Departure Point
- Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
- Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: North End, , Boston, MassachusettsAll Food & Drink Tours start in the North End. The North End is Boston's oldest neighborhood, first settled in 1630. Today, this area is affectionately known as Little Italy, and is home to some of the City's very best restaurants, pizzerias and bakeries. From here, walk to historic Long Wharf to catch a scenic Ferry Ride across Boston Harbor!Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Charlestown Navy YardFirst Ave., Boston, MassachusettsThe Charlestown Navy Yard is home to the USS Constitution, the only "floating site" on Boston's Freedom Trail. Hear the story of how this famous War Ship earned it's nickname - "Old Ironsides".Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Bunker Hill Monument43 Monument Square, Boston National Historical Park, Boston, MassachusettsBunker Hill is the site of the 1st major battle of the American Revolution. Dr. Joseph Warren died in the waning moments of this historic battle. Hear the story behind that famous military command - "Don't fire til you see the whites of their eyes!"Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Warren Tavern2 Pleasant Street, , Boston, MassachusettsHoist a beer (or wine, or soda!) under the very same roof as George Washington, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Dr. Joseph Warren - the taverns namesake. This historic tavern was built in 1780!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Old State House310 Washington Street, , Boston, MassachusettsThe Old State House is the oldest standing public building in the Eastern US. The circle of cobblestones in front of this historical landmark commemorate the 1st bloodshed of the American Revolution - the Boston Massacre.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace1 Faneuil Hall Sq, Quincy Market, Boston, MassachusettsAfter your return Ferry Ride from Charlestown, explore the Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market area. Faneuil Hall (aka the "Cradle of Liberty") has always been the central marketplace for Boston, and still is today. Hear the story of wealthy merchant, Peter Faneuil, who built this at his own expense in 1742.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: North End, , Boston, MassachusettsThe last tavern stop (includes one drink and snacks) will be at either the Green Dragon aka "Headquarters of the Revolution" or the Bell in Hand aka "America's Oldest Tavern".Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Bell In Hand Tavern45 Union St # 55, Boston, MassachusettsThis Fun & Unique walking tour finishes back in Boston's North End for cannoli from a famous North End bakery!Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions (rain, shine or snow!), please dress appropriately.
- Includes Public Ferry across Boston harbor.
- Visits two different Historic Boston Taverns.
- See FIVE Freedom Trail sites.
- Includes TWO Drinks, Tavern Appetizers and a cannoli.
- If the minimum number of 4 travelers isn't met, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund.
- Scenic Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
- See 5 Freedom Trail sites
- Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!
- Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!
- Professional Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Raise a pint to the spirits of Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington as you relive almost 400 years of Tavern History in Boston. This fun & informative 3.5-hour Walking Tour (approx 2.5 miles) also includes a Ferry Ride across scenic Boston Harbor! See and Learn the history of 5 Freedom Trail sites. Includes 2 Historic Tavern visits, enjoying one Drink (beer/wine/soda) and an Appetizer at both Tavern stops. Along the way you’ll explore Boston’s oldest neighborhoods like Charlestown Navy Yard, Blackstone Block, Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market and the North End (Boston's Little Italy). Visit some of New England’s most historic landmarks as well as two of Boston's oldest Pubs & Taverns. Also look for our popular Pizza Lovers Tour and our Seafood Lovers Tour, too. Walk, Learn, Eat.... and repeat!
Departure Point
- Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
- Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: North End, , Boston, MassachusettsAll Food & Drink Tours start in the North End. The North End is Boston's oldest neighborhood, first settled in 1630. Today, this area is affectionately known as Little Italy, and is home to some of the City's very best restaurants, pizzerias and bakeries. From here, walk to historic Long Wharf to catch a scenic Ferry Ride across Boston Harbor!Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Charlestown Navy YardFirst Ave., Boston, MassachusettsThe Charlestown Navy Yard is home to the USS Constitution, the only "floating site" on Boston's Freedom Trail. Hear the story of how this famous War Ship earned it's nickname - "Old Ironsides".Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Bunker Hill Monument43 Monument Square, Boston National Historical Park, Boston, MassachusettsBunker Hill is the site of the 1st major battle of the American Revolution. Dr. Joseph Warren died in the waning moments of this historic battle. Hear the story behind that famous military command - "Don't fire til you see the whites of their eyes!"Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Warren Tavern2 Pleasant Street, , Boston, MassachusettsHoist a beer (or wine, or soda!) under the very same roof as George Washington, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Dr. Joseph Warren - the taverns namesake. This historic tavern was built in 1780!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Old State House310 Washington Street, , Boston, MassachusettsThe Old State House is the oldest standing public building in the Eastern US. The circle of cobblestones in front of this historical landmark commemorate the 1st bloodshed of the American Revolution - the Boston Massacre.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Faneuil Hall Marketplace1 Faneuil Hall Sq, Quincy Market, Boston, MassachusettsAfter your return Ferry Ride from Charlestown, explore the Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market area. Faneuil Hall (aka the "Cradle of Liberty") has always been the central marketplace for Boston, and still is today. Hear the story of wealthy merchant, Peter Faneuil, who built this at his own expense in 1742.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: North End, , Boston, MassachusettsThe last tavern stop (includes one drink and snacks) will be at either the Green Dragon aka "Headquarters of the Revolution" or the Bell in Hand aka "America's Oldest Tavern".Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Bell In Hand Tavern45 Union St # 55, Boston, MassachusettsThis Fun & Unique walking tour finishes back in Boston's North End for cannoli from a famous North End bakery!Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions (rain, shine or snow!), please dress appropriately.
- Includes Public Ferry across Boston harbor.
- Visits two different Historic Boston Taverns.
- See FIVE Freedom Trail sites.
- Includes TWO Drinks, Tavern Appetizers and a cannoli.
- If the minimum number of 4 travelers isn't met, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund.
- Scenic Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
- See 5 Freedom Trail sites
- Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!
- Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!
- Professional Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Debbie_B
Very fun and informative. Be sure to dress for the weather and definitely wear comfortable shoes. Our guide, Big Al was fun.
Kent_P
I was in Boston on business and had an afternoon of free time so I
chose to take The Boston Historic Taverns Tour with Tastings and
Ferry. And what an excellent choice that was.
"Big Al" is one of the best tour guides I've ever seen (I took the Boston Pizza Lovers tour with him earlier this year and he seems incredibly passionate about his work). He's incredibly friendly, funny and very knowledgeable about the history and the city of Boston in general. He told detailed, informative stories and answered multiple questions.
Unfortunately we were unable to access the USS Constitution
Museum due to the government shutdown; however, the Warren
and Bell in Hand Taverns as well as the other sites that we were able to access were extremely interesting and well worth taking the tour.
Shannon_H
This tour was very fun, informative, and filled with great stories (not all based in truth). There was beautiful walks through the streets of Charlestown and the north End. The guide was engaging and knowledgeable.
Tina_S
If you get Big Al as your guy, you're in for a real treat.He certainly has a passion for history and is full of all kinds of facts. He had answers for all our questions, knew all the neat local places to go and shared a lot of information.
Amy_H
Big Al took us into Charlotte to different areas and pointed out buildings as well as entertained us with stories along the way. Places we stopped to eat and drink had good food and ambiance.