Relive 1776: See Boston's History in Augmented Reality (AR)
See Boston's history come back to life in a 5-part immersive tour along The Freedom Trail. Using augmented reality (AR) technology, we tell a chronological series of events from 1765 to 1775 as if they are taking place again at each historical site. Key historical figures and artifacts appear in the real world in front of you as if they've traveled from the past to you.
This is a first-of-its-kind, unforgettable new way to relive history! The experiences are interactive, and use tablets and AR headsets provided by us. For three important historical events, you will wear an AR headset for greater immersiveness and interactivity with hand-tracking technology.
Imagine operating a revolutionary war era field cannon with your own hands! With the Relive 1776 AR Tour, you can.
Boston Revolutionary Walking Tour + Private Harbor Cruise
Explore Boston’s Revolutionary sites on an epic land and sea tour! Walk along the Freedom Trail sites that tell the story of events leading up to the start of the American Revolution. See the Boston Massacre Site, Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, Blackstone Block, and Paul Revere's House. Then take a short break at the Old North Church! Go inside the church (entry included), browse for souvenirs, grab a snack.
After the break, enjoy a private boat ride on Boston Harbor to continue the story of the American Revolution. Learn about the Battle of Bunker Hill and see the USS Constitution up close from the water. Follow Paul Revere's route out of Boston to start his Midnight Ride! Float up close and personal to the Boston Tea Party replica ships!
Enjoy stunning views of the Boston skyline on the return trip to Long Wharf where the tour ends. Take advantage of the chance to chat with the boat captain while watching airplanes take off from the Logan airport and fly right above your head!
Ghosts and Gravestones Boston Nightwalk
Discover the dark history of Boston on this 90-minute Nightwalk Tour, where chilling tales of curses and ghosts come to life. Guided by knowledgeable storytellers, you'll explore haunted burial grounds and legendary sites after sunset. Unravel the mysteries behind the murder of George Parkman, visit the haunted Omni Parker House, and learn about the eerie figurehead of the Maritana. With exclusive extended access to historic locations, this tour is designed for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike. Limited spots are available, ensuring a personal and intimate experience.
90-minute walking tour exploring Boston's haunted history
Guided by expert storytellers sharing chilling tales
Exclusive access to haunted burial grounds and historic sites
Perfect for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts
Boston's Freedom Trail and Charming Beacon Hill Tour
Go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history. From the iconic Boston Harbor, to the famous Freedom Trail, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that promises to connect you to the Boston of old and new.
Boston Harborwalk & Tea Party Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
This is not a ticket to attractions along the route.
Immerse yourself in the stories of the American Revolution, Boston Tea Party, and Sons of Liberty as you stroll along Boston’s scenic Harborwalk! With this self-guided audio tour, unearth tales of rebellion, sabotage, and intrigue surrounding the Founding Fathers. As you walk, discover Boston's historical and storied past while enjoying its beautiful harbor views between South Station and Long Wharf.
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Boston Seafood Tour: Behind the Scenes at the Historic Fish Pier
Explore Boston’s seafood scene on a small-group, behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Fish Pier, tasting sustainably sourced local favorites while discovering the stories behind America’s seafood capital.
Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour
Redcoats, Riots, Smugglers, Gangs, Midnight Riders, and some 92,000 pounds of tea all feature in the tales on this tour. Tour goers will get to relive the Revolution as it unfolded in one the rowdiest seaports of colonial America, while also learning about how Boston pioneered abolition, women's rights, American education, and immigration throughout its 400-year history. It all happened along the iconic red brick line of Boston’s Freedom Trail.
Join the most comprehensive and exciting walking tour of the Freedom Trail available. Take a stroll through downtown Boston while listening to stories about icons of the American Revolution like Paul Revere and John Hancock--along with lesser known pioneers and patriots from throughout the city's past.
- Check off all 16 sites of Boston's Freedom Trail in one walking tour
- Caters to history buffs and first-time visitors alike
- Small groups allow for questions and interaction with the guide
Guided Boston City Walking Tour
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.
Boston Walking Tour of The Freedom Trail, Small Group
Join Captain Pickles, as he takes you back in time, through the American Revolution in Boston.
Take notes and ask questions on this easy stroll, as he restores lost narratives in history, about how we became American in the first place.
These tours are a movement to restore the American spirit through storytelling, connection, and shared history.
History isn’t just a series of facts and dates—it’s a living story shaped by the hands and hearts of countless individuals.
GTG's mission is to make it fun to reclaim erased narratives, reignite purpose, and empower Americans to reconnect with their shared heritage in a way that’s engaging, inclusive, and unifying.
“We are one!”
Best Boston Small Group Tour: I Know the Secrets Others Don't!
Small group tour limited to six guests where you will learn the amazing origins of everyday things. Enjoy the stories of the great places where liberty was born, told by an amazing guide and driver who really knows his stuff. You explore the interior of Old Ironsides, the battleground and museum at The Battle of Bunker Hill and the incredible history of Harvard while amazing you with information about Boston that most Bostonians don't even know.. We provide better service because unlike big chains, we are local and depend on our guests' satisfaction.
2-Hour Beacon Hill True Crime Expert Guided Tour
Step into the dark side of Boston’s past on this gripping true-crime walking tour through historic Beacon Hill. Beneath the neighborhood’s elegant brownstones and gaslit streets lies a history filled with shocking murders, notorious criminals, and courtroom dramas that once captivated the city.
Your expert guide will reveal the chilling details behind some of Boston’s most infamous cases—from the terror of the Boston Strangler to the sensational Parkman–Webster murder case, one of the most famous trials in American legal history. Along the way, you’ll hear about grisly executions, mysterious deaths, and scandals that once dominated headlines but are now largely forgotten.
Beginning at the Massachusetts State House, this fully guided tour takes you deep into Boston’s criminal past, revealing the shocking stories hidden behind one of the city’s most picturesque neighborhoods.
If you love true crime, mystery, and history with a dark twist, this unforgettable tour is not to be missed.
Signature Boston Guided Brewery Tour with snack
As we pick you up in downtown Boston in our comfortable brew van, get prepared for the the ultimate all-inclusive Boston craft beer experience! For 3.5 hours you will explore historic Boston's best breweries while also discovering the wonders of the new, most innovative craft breweries to join the Boston beer scene. Revel in beer knowledge, a beer-inspired snack, comfortable transportation, and lots of delicious beer! You drink, we drive!
Boston to New Hampshire Fall Foliage White Mountains Day Trip
Enjoy a spectacular day in the White Mountains of New Hampshire viewing the magnificent fall foliage. Your day will begin with front door hotel pick up service and be brought 2.5 hours north to White Mountains New Hampshire. From here, we will travel through the world renowned Kancamagus Highway. You'll enjoy several stops along this route for pictures and learn mountain history. You'll enjoy a stop in the mountain town of North Conway for lunch and shopping. After lunch we will depart and take a scenic tour on route 302 to for pictures of Mountain Washington in the background then continue on the tour to view where Old Man on the Mountain was perched. Finally returning to Boston and direct hotel drop-off.
North End and Boston Market District Food Tour with Local Guide
Recognized by Yelp as Massachusetts #1 food tour in 2025! Locally owned by Boston native. Specialize in award-winning best eats, culinary education, and history.
Part 1: Tour begins in the North End, Boston's Little Italy, with an iconic cannoli, and a James Beard Classics Restaurant Award winner, where guests will enjoy Sicilian pizza. Next up: Old school Italian slush in the warmer months, 3x Best of Boston Bread Bakery, and freshly-made mozzarella. And then your hardest decision of the day: Mamma Connie's famous meatball or house-made Limoncello. You choose!
Part 2: Fridays & Saturdays, guests will experience the historic Haymarket Market, the country's oldest outdoor market.
Next, the indoor Boston Public Market. Tastings: apple cider doughnut and flavored roasted nuts.
Part 3 (Union Oyster House): Iconic chowder at the oldest continuously-running restaurant in the country!
2-Hour Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Italian Flavors
Dive into the historic grit and gourmet soul of the "Cradle of Liberty". We’ll bypass the typical tourist traps to explore the city’s oldest corridors, shifting from the maritime majesty of the waterfront to the legendary cobblestone streets of the North End.
The journey begins at the iconic Quincy Market, the crown jewel of the city’s 19th-century urban renewal. Standing beneath its massive copper dome, you’ll discover the market's transformation from a wholesale meat center to a world-class gathering spot.
As we cross into the North End, the aroma of roasted garlic and fresh bread signals your arrival in Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood.
We conclude your adventure at the Boston Public Market, a vibrant indoor hub that celebrates the rugged spirit of New England’s farmers. Surrounded by stalls of fresh Atlantic seafood and artisan crafts, we’ll gather for your Secret Dish, a savory specialty that captures the essence of Massachusetts heritage.
Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston
Visit the real locations where the American Revolution began. Stand on Lexington Battle Green and listen to stories about the very first days of the war and the "shot heard around the world". Walk the Battle Road Trail, stage of multiple skirmishes between the Minutemen and the Redcoats and other "treasonous" events. Visit Concord's Old North Bridge, where the Minutemen routed the Redcoats on their march back to Boston! Return to Boston to visit important sights along the Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, USS Constitution (aka Old Ironside), the Bunker Hill Monument - home to the phrase "don't fire until you see the white's of their eyes", and more!
Boston South End Food Tour: Local Flavors & Neighborhood History
Savor the South End’s Creative Spirit Through Its Flavors, Stories, and Local Makers
Discover Boston’s South End through its vibrant food scene and creative energy on this immersive walking tour. Enjoy multiple generous tastings from beloved, locally owned eateries featuring everything from globally inspired dishes to iconic neighborhood sweets.
Unlike many food tours, this experience offers primarily seated tastings with individual portions, giving you time to relax, savor, and truly enjoy each stop. Between tastings, you’ll explore the South End’s beautiful brownstones, rich history, and dynamic cultural scene with an expert local guide.
Every stop highlights passionate small business owners and the stories behind their signature dishes.
Created by a proudly woman-owned local company, this tour offers an authentic, thoughtfully curated experience that goes beyond the typical tasting tour.
Boch Center Wang Theatre Behind the Scenes Tour
Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a 1-hour behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks - plus get an exclusive look at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame! Stand on the stage graced by Lady Gaga, Bing Crosby, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Ella Fitzgerald, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Janet Jackson, Queen, Benny Goodman, Elton John, Hugh Jackman, Liza Minnelli, Diana Ross and more! Please note that all areas of the theatre are subject to availability based on the performance and event schedule.
The Boch Center Wang Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been one of the premiere theatrical destinations in Boston since opening in 1925. Rivaled by few other theatres in the world, it boasts a seating capacity of 3,500 and one of the five largest stages in the U.S. This tour allows guests of all ages to experience many aspects of the theatre like never before!
Boston 250 Pass: One Ticket to Five Historic Museums
As the United States marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence in 1776, five Boston landmarks have joined to create the BOSTON 250 PASS, providing access to five iconic museums and historic churches on a single ticket!
This special offer grants discounted adult admission (ages 18+) to five must-see historic sites: Paul Revere House (1680), home of the famed silversmith; Old State House (1713), colonial capital of Massachusetts Bay; Old North Church (1723), Boston's oldest surviving church building; Old South Meeting House (1729), origin site of the Boston Tea Party; and
King's Chapel (1754), home of Boston's first Anglican congregation.
Museums are independently operated; visitor hours vary, so please confirm in advance! Pass valid for one week (7 days) following date selected. DO NOT PURCHASE if listed (discounts available): Children (0-17); U.S. Military; Groups of 10+ (reservation req'd); MA Teachers; MBTA Employees; WGBH, NEMA, AAM, ICOM Members; WIC & EBT Cardholders
Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks
Discover Boston’s famous sites and hidden treasures on this 2.5 to 3-hour guided bike tour – a perfect way to explore the city! Start in Boston’s North End and pass sites like Copley Square, Fenway Park and the Faneuil Hall marketplace. Cruise through Beacon Hill and admire the diverse neighborhoods as your knowledgeable guide provides insightful commentary on Boston’s unique history. You may also choose to do this tour on an e-bike (select e-bike option at checkout, but note: you must be 16 or older to select the E-bike option).
Lexington, MA Battle Green 360 Walking Tour
Guides in authentic colonial dress will immerse you in colonial Massachusetts, where events that occurred on the Lexington Green 250 years ago changed the course of history forever. Discover how everyday people from 1775, including Captain John Parker, Abigail Harrington, and Paul Revere, stood up for what they believed in and shaped the future of the United States.
Tours will begin in front of the Visitors Center, across the street from the Lexington Battle Green, at 1875 Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington.
Portland: Lighthouse, Old Port and Park 1-Day Tour from Boston
Escape Boston for a full day along the southern Maine coast, blending scenic seaside walks, historic harbor towns, and iconic lighthouse views. Begin at Marginal Way in Ogunquit, a cliffside coastal path that winds along the Atlantic with uninterrupted ocean views and classic New England scenery. Continue to Kennebunkport, a postcard-perfect harbor town known for its historic homes, local boutiques, and working waterfront. Arrive in Portland in time for lunch in the Old Port district, where cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings, and fishing piers set the scene for some of Maine's best seafood — this is the spot to try fresh, locally caught lobster on your own. Finish at Portland Head Light, Maine's oldest and most iconic lighthouse, perched dramatically above the rocky shoreline within Fort Williams Park, with sweeping Atlantic views to close out the day.
Private Walking tour of Boston's Freedom Trail and more!
There are many Freedom Trail tour options in Boston, but why be shuttled on a trolley tour or be limited by the route of a duck tour when you can see it all on a customized, tour with your own private guide. Our options are limitless as we can arrange a custom tour to fit your group's wishes. Our guides are the best in the business with many years of experience. Our tours are fun, factual and entertaining. Never boring!
Private Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston
Enjoy a unique day trip to Boston's northern shore, combining Salem and Hammond Castle! Start the day with a pickup at your door and a comfortable ride to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore the castle and gardens with plenty of opportunities for stunning photos.
Drive to Salem, where you will have free time for lunch. Choose from a wide variety of dining options in the historic downtown.
After lunch, your guide will take you on a tour of Salem. Learn about the infamous witch trials of 1692, see the real places where the victims were hanged. Learn the story of the "Corwin Curse" as you take a picture in front of the historic Witch House. See the locations where Hocus Pocus was filmed. Take a drive through one of the most beautiful streets in North America, lined with mansions built on the city's maritime fortune.