Boston and Cambridge walking and driving private tour
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
This private day tour is the perfect way to get to know Boston & Cambridge at a leisurely pace. It's a combination of walking and driving (although can be driving only if you prefer).
We start with a walking tour of parts of the Freedom Trail, stopping at some of the city's most significant sites. We'll then drive in and out of the other city neighborhoods, Beacon Hill, Back Bay and Seaport and finish out the Freedom Trail with a stop at Bunker Hill.
Then it's across the Charles River to Cambridge, where we drive around the MIT campus, and onto Harvard for a walking tour of the oldest college in the country.
We'll share lots of history and legends but also keep it topical with current day fun facts and light hearted stories.
After the walk you'll need some lunch and we know some great spots (not included in price of tour).
All guides are fully licensed and approved Boston tour guides, driving luxury and livery insured vehicles.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Freedom Trail
Here's an idea of the sites and neighborhoods we'll drive around: The Freedom Trail sites of: - Boston Common - State House - Granary Burial Ground - Kings Chapel - Old South Meeting house - Old State house - Faneuil Hall - Old North Church (time to go in if you'd like) - Paul Revere house - USS Constitution - Bunker Hill (there's a 294 stair monument to climb if you're feeling energetic) Historic neighborhoods of: - North End (a cannoli stop is a must) - Charlestown - Beacon Hill (a charm offensive) - Back Bay - Copley Square Other places of interest: - Boston Harbor & Greenway - Seaport area - Fenway Park
Boston Common
The history of this original part of Boston.
Options
Boston and Cambridge walking and driving private tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Downtown Boston pick up and drop off
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great 1 1/2 days touring with Cristian!
travelinspiration,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 5 (2 adults/3 pre-teens) recently toured Boston, Cambridge for 1 1/2 days with Cristian. From the moment I reached out to Trailblazer - Joan was excellent and patient with communication and my many questions/requests of sites as I had done a lot of research beforehand. We even had to sadly change our dates and Joan made it all work out fortunately. Cristian was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide who accomplished everything on our list and then some. We went to all the different neighborhoods, saw many Boston sites and in Cambridge/Harvard/MIT - everything went very smoothly and on time; great to have a car so that each walking stroll wasn't too long. Highly recommend this company!
Best way to learn about Boston
Carlos S,Sep 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time and incredible host that taught us all there is to know about Boston. One of the best tours I’ve ever been on. From the harbor to Cambridge we learned every step about the history of Boston starting with the revolution.
We had a fantastic private tour with Martin!
sherrieemery,Jun 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic private tour with Martin! It was pouring with rain so we changed our walking tour to a car tour, which was much better because 1. we didn't get soaked and 2. we saw so much more of Boston! He had so many funny and interesting stories about Boston, and he also gave us some great recommendations for food, and booked us in, which was super helpful and kind. We would thoroughly recommend booking a Trailblazer tour.
Fantastic tour with a charming guide
alex952020,May 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Martin brought the city to life for us during our driving tour through Cambridge and Boston. Over our 6 hour tour, he brought us to an amazing lunch spot with a front row view of historic Fenway Park, gave us great color on Harvard campus landmarks, and fascinating stories behind Revolutionary War monuments. Along the way, his quips, rapport, and Irish brogue kept us engaged throughout the day. Highly recommend taking a tour with Martin!
Amazing tour of Boston!
LouBlack6868,Mar 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Martin is an amazing tour guide. We saw all of Boston in 3 hours and enjoyed every minute of it. He is knowledgeable, engaging and organized. We truly had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back to see Martin on our next trip to Boston.
Excellent Boston tour.
garrettb566,Feb 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Martin was an excellent guide, and we had an informative and thoroughly enjoyable day. Boston is filled with history, and Martin brought it alive. I highly recommend him.
Boston in style!
531jodif,Dec 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day we had! We spent 6 hours with Martin and enjoyed every minute of this tour. His knowledge is extensive, and his delivery of the details is exquisite. I came home from a tour with my business colleagues only to retell so many of the stories to my husband. The little nuggets of information were just the best. Martin was a joy and so easy to spend the day with. I highly recommend this experience.
Perfect afternoon in Boston
LauRun10,Nov 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a three hour trip today with Martin. We have been in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire for this trip and this was a highlight for all of us. Martin had so much knowledge of the city and its history, it was incredible. We had two children with us and he made sure to stop at places that they would like to see, as well as us adults. The conversation flowed, the vehicle was clean, and we hit all of the spots that we wanted to. I will be recommending this to friends and family. It is a must do when you have a few free hours in Boston. Oh, and another plus-he made us a dinner reservation at Emmet’s Pub and it was a great choice. You can trust his recommendations and his knowledge. Thank you, Martin!
Another great day with Martin
6ocicats,Oct 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is our second time spending the day running around the Boston area with Martin. He is fantastic--so knowledgeable, personable, and professional. We especially enjoyed lunch at Warren's Tavern. We highly recommend Martin and Trail Blazer Tours!
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