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12 Best Boston Tours

The standouts, worldwide.

The 12 standout boston tours, gathered from across the world. What each one shows you, how long it runs and who leads it, so you can pick the tour that fits the trip.

12 Best Boston Tours

Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill - Meeting at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument: get oriented fast
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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

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1.Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

Walk Beacon Hill on a small-group Underground Railroad tour that connects Black abolitionists, the Civil War, and everyday Boston street corners.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Book this tour!! Don't hesitate! Will masterfully and passionately delivered the best explanation of the workings of the underground railroad that I've ever heard. He is a true history buff. I cant wait to come back with my daughters. There is a good bit of walking so wear comfy shoes.”

141 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $35.00by Hub Town Tours

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Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting and History Tour - Harborwalk Stroll: water views and the conservation angle
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Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting and History Tour

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2 Hour Boston Historical and Heritage Walking Tour - Park Street Church and the Fight for Freedom You Can Walk Into
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2 Hour Boston Historical and Heritage Walking Tour

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Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting and History Tour - Harborwalk Stroll: water views and the conservation angle
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Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting and History Tour

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Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay - Boston Public Garden and the suffrage “vibe shift”
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Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay

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5.Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay

Boston’s Votes for Women Back Bay walk connects suffrage leaders to real buildings, gardens, and monuments on a small-group 2.5-hour tour.

★ 5.0

“When I decided to tag along to Boston with my husband when he had to come here on a business trip, I decided I would take the opportunity to learn some local history, which as it turns out is also national history.”

49 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $35.00by Hub Town Tours

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Tour and Brewery Taste - Faneuil Hall Marketplace: The Cradle of Liberty in a Busy Public Market
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Tour and Brewery Taste

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6.Boston: Freedom Trail History Tour and Brewery Taste

A 2.5-hour Freedom Trail walk with lunch and tastings at worker-owned Democracy Brewing, hitting 11 landmarks in downtown Boston.

★ 5.0

“John was fantastic! We had a small group (just myself and a friend) and it was so nice to be able to ask a lot of questions and really get a full experience! The restaurant/brewery was also exceptional!”

38 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $79.00by Hub Town Tours

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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill - Meeting at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument: get oriented fast
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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

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7.Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

Small-group Beacon Hill walk tracing Black Heritage Trail and Underground Railroad stories ending at the 54th Regiment memorial.

★ 4.9

“Guide was very knowledgeable about African-American history and the incidents and challenges they faced in Boston. She was open to answering any questions the group had. Small group and reasonable walking pace that was neither too fast nor too slow. Would have liked a little more information in regards to the underground railroad (my partner…”

38 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $35by Hub Town Tours

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North End Food Tour: Taste Boston's Italian Heritage - Start at Columbus Park Trellis: get your bearings fast
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North End Food Tour: Taste Boston’s Italian Heritage

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Boston: Bruins Heritage Hall & Optional Sports Museum Tour - The 1-Hour TD Garden Sprint: What the Tour Feels Like
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Boston: Bruins Heritage Hall & Optional Sports Museum Tour

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9.Boston: Bruins Heritage Hall & Optional Sports Museum Tour

A 1-hour guided TD Garden tour covering Boston sports history, plus Bruins Heritage Hall exhibits on Premium Levels 5–6.

★ 4.3

“I booked this believing we would get to see the sports museum and Bruins Heritage Hall. Upon arrival we were told the sports museum was unavailable due to a concert that night. I wouldn't have spent $120 to just see Hertiage Hall.”

14 reviewsFrom $30by The Sports Museum

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Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour - Downtown - Where the tour starts: Beantown Pub on Tremont St
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Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour – Downtown

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10.Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour – Downtown

A 3-hour Downtown Boston food and history walk with baked beans, chowder, lobster roll, cream pie, plus optional beer tastings.

★ 4.5

“We really enjoyed being tourists in Boston where we started our lives together! We learned so much & really enjoyed the food choices! Bites of Boston has definitely chosen the best venues to sample these iconic dishes & we left mentally & physically “full”. Highly recommend!”

12 reviews3 hoursFrom $125by Bites of Boston Food Tours

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From Boston: Salem Witch Trials History Tour - The Salem Witch Trials Story: Fear, Accusations, and Key Names
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From Boston: Salem Witch Trials History Tour

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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill - Meeting at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument: get oriented fast
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Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

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12.Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill

Walk Beacon Hill on a small-group Underground Railroad tour, led by expert Will, visiting the African Meeting House and 54th Regiment memorial.

★ 4.6

“I can highly recommend this tour. Will, our guide, was so knowledgeable and is very enthusiastic about the subject matter. Before we knew it, 2 1/2 hours had passed and our tour was over.”

8 reviewsFrom $35by Hub Town Tours

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