Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
The Salem Night Ghost Tour
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The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see and learn about Boston's inspiring history. Following the Freedom Trail past several historic sites, guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End!
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals cannot be accepted. The tour will meet on the sidewalk in front of the entrance to 120 Tremont Street. Look for the guide wearing a colonial outfit.
- This is the Boston Common Visitor Center 139 Tremont Street Boston MA 02210,You can check in with the customer service representative wearing red.
For additional assistance finding the meeting location please scroll down to the "Additional Information" and "Before You Go" sections.
Return Details
Duration
1 hour and 45 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Massachusetts State House
24 Beacon St, Boston, Massachusetts
The New State House "Boston State-House is the hub of the solar system” -OLIVER WENDALL HOLMES. See the gold domed Massachusetts State House built in 1798 and hear about Colonial America the American Revolution.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Park Street Church
1 Park St., , Boston, Massachusetts
An iconic site on The Tour of the Freedom Trail. Hear it's history near it's front steps. On Independence Day in 1831, America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) was performed for the very first time.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Granary Burying Ground
Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts
The Granary Cemetery Resting place of Sam Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere James Otis, the Boston Massacre victims, 3 signers of The Declaration of Independence, and many more, expect to spend up to 45 minutes here as the stories of colonial Boston take shape!
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Boston Latin School
78 Avenue Louis Pasteur, , Boston, Massachusetts
See America's first Public School and hear about it's famous Colonial American alumnus Benjamin Franklin Samuel Adams, see the Ben Franklin Statue
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Corner Bookstore
283 Washington St, , Boston, Massachusetts
Stop at Boston's oldest commercial building. This is where Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter, Thoreau's Walden, and Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere were all published.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old South Meeting House
310 Washington St, , Boston, Massachusetts
Guests will hear the story of The Boston Tea Party in the location where it happened, just outside the Old South Meeting House. Also guests will see and hear about the Paul Revere Bell.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old State House
310 Washington Street, , Boston, Massachusetts
See the location and stop to be told the inspiring story of the Boston Massacre.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Statue of Samuel Adams
Congress Street, Faneuil Hall, Boston, Massachusetts
Hear about Faneuil Hall at the location of the Sam Adams and the story of his inaccurate statue.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Paul Revere House
19 North Square, , Boston, Massachusetts
Our guide will tell you the story of Paul revere house from outside the landmark.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Paul Revere Mall
Bordered by Tileston, Hanover, and Unity Sts., Boston, Massachusetts
The ending location of this tour is the beautiful outdoor Paul Revere Mall
Duration: 1 minute
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Select between two tour departure location options during checkout
- See top Boston sites such as the State House, Granary Burial Ground, and Paul Revere House
- Hear stories of America's Founding Fathers, American Revolution and New England's Colonial History
- Tours led by Costumed Guide
- Follow the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End
- Freedom Trail Walking Tour in Boston
Redemption Instructions
Arrive 30 minutes early, that is when check in begins. Tours leave promptly on time and late arrivals cannot be accepted.
MEETING LOCATION (option selected during checkout):
1. 120 Tremont Street : Check in on the sidewalk in front of the entrance to 120 Tremont St. Look for the colonial dressed guide.
2. 139 Tremont Street (Boston Common Visitor Center)
The Visitor Center is a tiny building located approximately 60 feet (20 meters) walking distance into the Boston Common from Tremont Street. Directly across the street from the Boston Common on Tremont Street is a McDonald's as a reference point. Check in directly with your colonial dressed guide in front of the Boston Common Visitor Center.
*Note: Do NOT use Apple Maps to find the meeting place of this tour as it has a tendency to direct guests to a suburb outside of Boston. On Google Maps the walking directions are easily searchable under "Freedom Trail Starting Point."
IF YOU BECOME LOST IN THE PARK (step by step directions)
1. Walk to the nearest street to find which side of the Boston Common you are on and and look at a map or phone or GPS to locate yourself.
2. Walk along the perimeter of the Boston Common until you reach the Tremont Street side.
3. Walk along Tremont Street until you see the McDonald's across the street. This is when you should re-enter the Common to locate the Visitor's Center building. You will see a person dressed in colonial clothing. That is your guide. Check in with them.
Contact: 978-741-1170
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the The Salem Night Ghost Tour in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see and learn about Boston's inspiring history. Following the Freedom Trail past several historic sites, guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End!
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals cannot be accepted. The tour will meet on the sidewalk in front of the entrance to 120 Tremont Street. Look for the guide wearing a colonial outfit.
- This is the Boston Common Visitor Center 139 Tremont Street Boston MA 02210,You can check in with the customer service representative wearing red.
For additional assistance finding the meeting location please scroll down to the "Additional Information" and "Before You Go" sections.
Return Details
Duration
1 hour and 45 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Massachusetts State House
24 Beacon St, Boston, Massachusetts
The New State House "Boston State-House is the hub of the solar system” -OLIVER WENDALL HOLMES. See the gold domed Massachusetts State House built in 1798 and hear about Colonial America the American Revolution.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Park Street Church
1 Park St., , Boston, Massachusetts
An iconic site on The Tour of the Freedom Trail. Hear it's history near it's front steps. On Independence Day in 1831, America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) was performed for the very first time.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Granary Burying Ground
Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts
The Granary Cemetery Resting place of Sam Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere James Otis, the Boston Massacre victims, 3 signers of The Declaration of Independence, and many more, expect to spend up to 45 minutes here as the stories of colonial Boston take shape!
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Boston Latin School
78 Avenue Louis Pasteur, , Boston, Massachusetts
See America's first Public School and hear about it's famous Colonial American alumnus Benjamin Franklin Samuel Adams, see the Ben Franklin Statue
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Corner Bookstore
283 Washington St, , Boston, Massachusetts
Stop at Boston's oldest commercial building. This is where Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter, Thoreau's Walden, and Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere were all published.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old South Meeting House
310 Washington St, , Boston, Massachusetts
Guests will hear the story of The Boston Tea Party in the location where it happened, just outside the Old South Meeting House. Also guests will see and hear about the Paul Revere Bell.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old State House
310 Washington Street, , Boston, Massachusetts
See the location and stop to be told the inspiring story of the Boston Massacre.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Statue of Samuel Adams
Congress Street, Faneuil Hall, Boston, Massachusetts
Hear about Faneuil Hall at the location of the Sam Adams and the story of his inaccurate statue.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Paul Revere House
19 North Square, , Boston, Massachusetts
Our guide will tell you the story of Paul revere house from outside the landmark.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Paul Revere Mall
Bordered by Tileston, Hanover, and Unity Sts., Boston, Massachusetts
The ending location of this tour is the beautiful outdoor Paul Revere Mall
Duration: 1 minute
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Select between two tour departure location options during checkout
- See top Boston sites such as the State House, Granary Burial Ground, and Paul Revere House
- Hear stories of America's Founding Fathers, American Revolution and New England's Colonial History
- Tours led by Costumed Guide
- Follow the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End
- Freedom Trail Walking Tour in Boston
Redemption Instructions
Arrive 30 minutes early, that is when check in begins. Tours leave promptly on time and late arrivals cannot be accepted.
MEETING LOCATION (option selected during checkout):
1. 120 Tremont Street : Check in on the sidewalk in front of the entrance to 120 Tremont St. Look for the colonial dressed guide.
2. 139 Tremont Street (Boston Common Visitor Center)
The Visitor Center is a tiny building located approximately 60 feet (20 meters) walking distance into the Boston Common from Tremont Street. Directly across the street from the Boston Common on Tremont Street is a McDonald's as a reference point. Check in directly with your colonial dressed guide in front of the Boston Common Visitor Center.
*Note: Do NOT use Apple Maps to find the meeting place of this tour as it has a tendency to direct guests to a suburb outside of Boston. On Google Maps the walking directions are easily searchable under "Freedom Trail Starting Point."
IF YOU BECOME LOST IN THE PARK (step by step directions)
1. Walk to the nearest street to find which side of the Boston Common you are on and and look at a map or phone or GPS to locate yourself.
2. Walk along the perimeter of the Boston Common until you reach the Tremont Street side.
3. Walk along Tremont Street until you see the McDonald's across the street. This is when you should re-enter the Common to locate the Visitor's Center building. You will see a person dressed in colonial clothing. That is your guide. Check in with them.
Contact: 978-741-1170
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the The Salem Night Ghost Tour in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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