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Tour of the Freedom Trail, is a 1.5 hour walking tour of Boston's
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Tour of the Freedom Trail is a 1.5 hour guided walking tour of Boston's Historic Freedom Trail beginning at Boston Common and ending at the Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market. It is the most comprehensive and cost-effective character led tour of the Freedom Trail offered in Boston. Each tour is different and is based on the individual guides studies and training in the field making each tour a unique and exciting experience.

04/23/2025

We’re honored to be featured on the official MA 250th Anniversary site! Check out this resource for the best ways to celebrate this historic anniversary here in Boston. You can find us under the Attractions link on the site, along with many other exciting features.

This is the best time of year to come join in the celebrations and adventure! Come join us on the trail✨

https://massachusetts250.org/attractions/

04/21/2025

FOLLOW THE FREEDOM TRAIL: Stops along the Tour ✨🇺🇸

Today we’re highlighting Granary Burial Ground. The Granary Burying Ground is Boston's third-oldest cemetery, founded in 1660 and located on Tremont Street. Some notable graves include Benjamin Franklin’s family tomb, William Molineux’s tomb, and the tomb of John Hancock.

Curious to learn more? Join us on the trail! Our tour is a snappy 90 minutes led by an illustrious, costumed tour guide. We’ll take you to all the best, historical spots in Boston’s downtown area. Bring your cameras to get those travel photos with friends and family 📸 See you on the trail!

04/19/2025

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: The Battles of Lexington and Concord

The 250th celebrations continue! These first major battles took place on April 19, 1775 and marked the beginning of the revolution and fight for independence. They resulted in victory for America and caused an outpouring of militia support for the anti-British cause.outpouring of militia support for the anti-British cause.

Want to hear the whole story and what led to these encounters? Join us on the Tour of the Freedom Trail, the ONLY tour that covers the entire Freedom Trail in a timely fashion, fit with an illustrious costumed historian to lead the way. Book your tickets now through our website, linked in bio! We can’t wait to see you on the trail ✨

04/18/2025

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Paul Revere’s Ride

Today we’re celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Paul Revere’s midnight ride! On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere took his famous midnight ride to warn that the British were coming. The city is celebrating this anniversary with events throughout the week. Catch a reenactment of the ride tonight at 5:30 pm EST, commencing from the Paul Revere House! Want to learn more and see the historic locations in greater depth? Join us for a tour!

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, including Paul Revere’s house, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure! Can’t wait to see you on the trail. ✨🇺🇸

04/14/2025

🇺🇸IT’S PATRIOTS’ DAY!🇺🇸

First observed in 1894, this day commemorates the battles of Lexington and Concord and marks the beginning of the American Revolution. It’s also Patriot’s Week here in Boston! It’s the perfect time to come immerse yourself in the city’s history.

Are you visiting Boston this week? Join us on The Tour of the Freedom Trail to delve into the stories of these events with your friends and family. We are the ONLY tour that covers the entire trail in a comfortable timeframe, with an illuminate costumed historian to lead you! Head out into the spring sunshine ☀️ and join us on the trail. Check out our website to book your tickets today. We can’t wait to show you around town!

04/07/2025

✨MEET YOUR GUIDE: ELAINA✨

From Francis: “As a true Bostonian, being born and bred here, I feel a connection and pride that lives in my story telling. I’ve also been a professional actor and singer my whole life. I was even on local television shows here in Boston: Romper Room, Major Mud, Bozo and Boomtown. The combination of actor, singer and hometown girl makes my tours truly special-heartfelt and authentic.” Elaina will delight your group with her passion for storytelling. Guides are randomly assigned, but each of them are experts in their field and are sure to make your tour memorable!

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure!

04/03/2025

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04/01/2025

CALLING ALL BOSTON SCHOOLS! Did you know Tour of the Freedom Trail offers tours to school groups? Book your class a spring outing! Our costumed guides will lead them on a walking tour around Boston’s iconic, historic sites for a fun and education experience. Book your class's spot today on our website! We can’t wait to see you all on the trail. ✨🇺🇸

03/25/2025

✨MEET YOUR GUIDE: FRANCIS✨

From Francis: “I am a Bostonian born and bred. I have been acting most of my life, and I have a deep love of American Revolutionary history for me. I’ve always been a student of history, so the ability to study and teach people about the American cause has always been something I’ve wanted to be able to do.” You’re in for a fun, informative time with Francis. Guides are randomly assigned, but each of them are experts in their field and are sure to make your tour memorable!

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure!

03/22/2025

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: The Stamp Act 1765

On March 22, 1765, the British Parliament passed the “Stamp Act” to pay for British troops stationed in the colonies. The act required the colonists to pay a tax, represented by a stamp, on various forms of papers, documents, and playing cards. It was a direct tax imposed by the British government without the approval of the colonial legislatures and was payable in hard-to-obtain British sterling, rather than colonial currency.

A majority considered it a violation of their rights as Englishmen to be taxed without their consent—consent that only the colonial legislatures could grant. Their slogan was "No taxation without representation.”

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure! Can’t wait to see you on the trail this spring and summer. ✨🇺🇸

03/20/2025

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: The Great Boston Fire of 1760

The town of Boston was repeatedly damaged by fire in its colonial history. The Great Boston fire of 1760 was a major fire that occurred on March 20, 1760, in Boston in the Province of Massachusetts Bay. At about 2 a.m. on March 20, a fire of unknown cause broke out at a dwelling in Cornhill (modern Washington Street, nearly opposite to Pie Alley). The fire destroyed 349 buildings in the area between the modern Washington Street and Fort Hill, as well as several ships in port. The 1760 fire was described by one contemporary writer as "the most terrible Fire that has happened" in Boston up to that time, until it was later eclipsed by a fire later in 1872.

Don’t wait! Spring tour season is here and we can’t wait to see you all on the trail! Join us for a tour around Boston and get more deep dives into the city’s history, as well as get to see some of its iconic sites all in a snappy, 90 minute walking tour. Check out our website to get your spot secured!

03/17/2025

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Evacuation Day!

We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ today, but here in Boston, it’s also Evacuation Day! Boston's Evacuation Day marks a major turning point in the American Revolution. George Washington led his troops into Boston and reclaimed the city from British forces. March 17th marks the day that thousands of loyalists and red coats fled to escape by sea. It’s celebrated as a public holiday across Suffolk county!

Want to learn more? Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure! ✨

03/14/2025

FOLLOW THE FREEDOM TRAIL: Stops along the Tour ✨🇺🇸

Our next highlight is the Park Street Church. The church was built in 1809 to replace the Workhouse and Granary. In 1812, it became known as Fire and Brimstone Corner because gunpowder was stored there. It’s also been the host of many famous speeches and meetings, including the first public performance of “My Country Tis of Thee.”

Curious to learn more? Join us on the trail! Our tour is a snappy 90 minutes led by an illustrious, costumed tour guide. We’ll take you to all the best, historical spots in Boston’s downtown area. Bring your cameras to get those travel photos with friends and family 📸 See you on the trail!

03/12/2025

✨MEET YOUR GUIDE: JEREMIAH✨

Jeremiah has been leading Freedom Trail tours since 2003! He loves sharing Boston’s history with locals and visitors alike. Guides are randomly assigned, but each of them are experts in their field and are sure to make your tour memorable!

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure!

03/04/2025

Roseli is a Boston local, history graduate, and actress. She’s passionate about freedom and gives a tour full of information, comic relief and inspiration. Guides are randomly assigned, but each of them are experts in their field and are sure to make your tour memorable!

Tour of the Freedom Trail is officially BACK for the season! Head over to our website to book your tickets. We can’t wait to see you on the trail!

03/01/2025

Happy tour season, adventurers! Tour of the Freedom Trail is OFFICIALLY back. Go get those tickets you know where ✨🇺🇸 See you on the trail!

Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. It’s the best way to learn about our city’s history and get a chance to hit many of the best historical photo spots. Bring your camera and an appetite for adventure!

02/28/2025

✨TOURS RESUME TOMORROW✨

You heard right! Tomorrow on MARCH 1ST Tour of the Freedom Trail season begins! Planning your Boston vacation? Have a school group in need of a fun, educational day trip? Looking to see Boston’s famous historical sites? Join us on the Trail! Now is the time to secure that perfect time slot. Tour of the Freedom Trail covers the ENTIRE trail in a snappy 90 minute walking tour, led by one of our costumed, illustrious tour guides. You don’t want to miss out! We can’t wait to meet you!

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