Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, providing guests a chance to see ALL SIXTEEN official landmarks on the Freedom Trail.
Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1775, the tumultuous period leading up to the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country.
With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods
What To Expect
Meet your guide inside Boston Common at the Boston Foundation Monument on the northern boundary of the park, opposite 50 Beacon Street (02108). The granite memorial features a bronze relief depicting two men shaking hands, when the Puritans arrived in 1630 to what is now Boston.
Freedom Trail
The iconic Freedom Trail links 16 historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston
Options
Freedom Trail + Museum 5-Pass
Tour (2.5 Hours) + 5 Museums: Paul Revere House, Old State House, Old North Church, Old South Meeting, King's Chapel (Self-Guided; Valid 7 Days after Tour)
Freedom Trail + Museum 1-Pass
Tour (2.5 Hours) + 1 Museum: Old North Church discounted adult admission, with underground crypt access (Self-Guided; Valid for 7 Days after Tour Date)
Freedom Trail – Insiders Tour
Tour (2 Hours) w/ Museum Entry: Exclusive access to Old State House & Old South Meeting House! Small group goes inside two museums; return admission included
Freedom Trail – Small Group
Tour (2.5 Hours, 16 Guests)
Freedom Trail + Museum 3-Pass
Tour (2.5 Hours) + 3 Museums: Old North Church (w/ crypt access), Old State House, Old South Meeting House (Self-Guided; Valid for 7 Days after Tour Date)
What‘s Included
Small Groups (16 guests max)
Downtown Boston & North End
Freedom Trail (All 16 landmarks)
Gratuity for guide (optional)
Admission inside museums
Charlestown neighborhood
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7,108 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Intro to Boston
Diane V,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Lin, was super knowledgeable and made history interesting. Don’t be deterred by the 2.5 hour timeframe. The pace was just right, the terrain was easy, and there were small breaks along the way. We highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Boston for the first time.
Best experience in Boston
Sonali B,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Far exceeded my expectations. Joe is the best guide I’ve ever met. He is engaging, funny, informative, and clearly passionate about what he does. I wish he could be my guide in other cities, as well!
Recommend
Wrldleisuretraveler,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rosalie was a wonderful guide on the Freedom Trail. We love to do walking tours when we arrive in a new city. Highly recommend to anyone interested in US history.
Amazing, informative tour.
Megan S,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Seton was an amazing guide! As tourists, she made sure that we understood each stop and filled us in on history that we may be unfamiliar with as we are not from the USA. The information was perfectly balanced for both foreign tourists and those visiting from other parts of America.
Excellent Tour of Boston
Amy L,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent overview of the events leading up to the Revolutionary War. Walking the trail and seeing the various locations first hand made the history come to life.
For History Buffs and Newbies Alike!
Kristen W,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark was great! His passion for history was evident as he took as to all the points along the trail. I love learning little tidbits you almost can't get anywhere else but from someone who grew up in the area AND spends his life studying history. I've done this trail by myself twice, which is great; but this amplified my experience and I am so glad I decided to join a tour group. I love Revolutionary War history and this tour added to my knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject matter. Highly recommend.
Our guide was very very...
Joshua G,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was very very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject matter, and full of information. I think this is a "must do" for Americans to learn of this country's history. That said, it sometimes felt rushed, didn't cover all of the potential stops, and could perhaps have been a touch longer... but overall we're glad we went!
Amazing tour with Darcy
Nicole P,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour provided a lot of history and it was well paced. Our tour guide Darcy is also a history teacher and it showed in her knowledge of the material. The time allotted for the tour was good as well. I highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Boston.
Rainy Day Tour
BurdieMollyOlive,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mark was an excellent tour guide. He knows his history! It was a drizzly day which made some of the sites more accessible. Enjoyed it thoroughly!
Educational tour with great sights
Margarita H,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lin was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We really enjoyed hearing about the Revolution, from start to finish.
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