Tours
Historic Walking Tours of Jamaica Plain, , Free
Sat, May 11, 2024 - Wed, September 29, 3024
For 29 years, the JPHS has offered a free walking tour most Saturdays through the summer. All JPHS tours are free to the public. Tours start on Saturday at 11:00 a.m and last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Sat, May 11, 2024 - Wed, September 29, 3024
For 29 years, the JPHS has offered a free walking tour most Saturdays through the summer. All JPHS tours are free to the public. Tours start on Saturday at 11:00 a.m and last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Boch Center Tours, , $
Fri, January 10, 2025 - Sun, December 28, 2025
Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent landmarks and Performing Arts Centers. Available Daily.
Fri, January 10, 2025 - Sun, December 28, 2025
Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent landmarks and Performing Arts Centers. Available Daily.
Black Heritage Trail Walking Tours | Boston, , Free
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Fri, October 31, 2025
Black Heritage Trail is a 1.6-mile walking tour that explores the history of Boston’s 19th century African American community who primarily lived on the north slope of Beacon Hill.
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Fri, October 31, 2025
Black Heritage Trail is a 1.6-mile walking tour that explores the history of Boston’s 19th century African American community who primarily lived on the north slope of Beacon Hill.
Yin Tu Tang: Chinese House Tours, , $$
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Sun, June 1, 2025
During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), a prosperous merchant surnamed Huang built a stately sixteen-bedroom house in China’s southeastern Huizhou region, calling his home Yin Yu Tang. This house now resides at the...
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Sun, June 1, 2025
During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), a prosperous merchant surnamed Huang built a stately sixteen-bedroom house in China’s southeastern Huizhou region, calling his home Yin Yu Tang. This house now resides at the...
Boston Massacre Guided & Virtual Tours, , $
Tue, February 25, 2025 - Thu, July 31, 2025
Remember the Boston Massacre - consider taking a half-mile guided tour that explores the Old Statehouse, the Old South Meeting House, and Faneuil Hall to uncover the roots of the conflict that escalated into a deadly...
Tue, February 25, 2025 - Thu, July 31, 2025
Remember the Boston Massacre - consider taking a half-mile guided tour that explores the Old Statehouse, the Old South Meeting House, and Faneuil Hall to uncover the roots of the conflict that escalated into a deadly...
The 'Hahvahd' tour, , $
Sat, March 1, 2025 - Sat, November 1, 2025
Enjoy an entertaining, theatrical walking tour of Harvard University and Harvard Square for families and kids. Learn what it's like to live and study at Harvard University. Tours are led by current Harvard University students.
Sat, March 1, 2025 - Sat, November 1, 2025
Enjoy an entertaining, theatrical walking tour of Harvard University and Harvard Square for families and kids. Learn what it's like to live and study at Harvard University. Tours are led by current Harvard University students.
Boston Duck Boat Tours, 3 Locations, $$$
Fri, March 28, 2025 - Wed, November 12, 2025
Tour Boston in an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. The DUCK tours the city by both land and water. Great for kids and visitors of all ages.
Fri, March 28, 2025 - Wed, November 12, 2025
Tour Boston in an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. The DUCK tours the city by both land and water. Great for kids and visitors of all ages.
Freedom Trail Tours, , $$
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Wed, October 1, 2025
Walk into history on the Freedom Trail! Join a costumed Colonial guide as he or she takes you on a 90-minute walking tour of The Freedom Trail, from Boston Common.
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Wed, October 1, 2025
Walk into history on the Freedom Trail! Join a costumed Colonial guide as he or she takes you on a 90-minute walking tour of The Freedom Trail, from Boston Common.
The North End: Boston's Immigration Gateway Walking History Tour, , $
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
Explore the North End, Boston’s oldest neighborhood, and discover the charm of this unique, compact city space that has been home to immigrant communities for 400 years.
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
Explore the North End, Boston’s oldest neighborhood, and discover the charm of this unique, compact city space that has been home to immigrant communities for 400 years.
Beacon Hill Walking History Tour, , $
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
Explore the connection between architecture and politics in this tour along the charming streets of Beacon Hill's South Slope. Learn how Boston’s elite created an exclusive neighborhood next to the state capital.
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
Explore the connection between architecture and politics in this tour along the charming streets of Beacon Hill's South Slope. Learn how Boston’s elite created an exclusive neighborhood next to the state capital.
Dark Side of Boston Walking History Tour, , $
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
On this true crime history tour through the North End’s winding streets and alley ways, hear true historical stories of misery, misfortune, and murder.
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
On this true crime history tour through the North End’s winding streets and alley ways, hear true historical stories of misery, misfortune, and murder.
New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise, , $$
Thu, April 3, 2025 - Wed, November 26, 2025
Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, and other marine creatures.
Thu, April 3, 2025 - Wed, November 26, 2025
Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, and other marine creatures.
Arnold Arboretum Self-Guided Walking Tours, , Free
Sun, April 13, 2025 - Wed, November 26, 2025
From flowers and fragrance to fruits and textures to the bare bones of winter’s deciduous plants, the Arnold Arboretum is a dynamic landscape throughout the year! Families can also take the self-guided tour with a plant treasure map.
Sun, April 13, 2025 - Wed, November 26, 2025
From flowers and fragrance to fruits and textures to the bare bones of winter’s deciduous plants, the Arnold Arboretum is a dynamic landscape throughout the year! Families can also take the self-guided tour with a plant treasure map.
Midnight Ride 250th Anniversary Walking Tour, , $$
Today - Fri, April 18, 2025
Join Hub Town Tours for a special 250th commemoration of the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere that began in Boston on April 18, 1775! We'll travel the Freedom Trail in Downtown Boston and North End.
Today - Fri, April 18, 2025
Join Hub Town Tours for a special 250th commemoration of the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere that began in Boston on April 18, 1775! We'll travel the Freedom Trail in Downtown Boston and North End.
250th Anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord Exclusive Guided Tour, , $$
Sat, April 26, 2025 - Sat, April 26, 2025
Step back in time and relive the events of April 19, 1775, when the first shots of the American Revolution rang out at Concord’s North Bridge.
Sat, April 26, 2025 - Sat, April 26, 2025
Step back in time and relive the events of April 19, 1775, when the first shots of the American Revolution rang out at Concord’s North Bridge.
Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill, , $$$
Thu, May 15, 2025 - Thu, May 15, 2025
Join us for the 96th Hidden Gardens of Beacon Annual Tour. This annual tour offers visitors a rare opportunity to see hidden landscapes and secret pathways behind the brick facades and shutters of historic townhouses.
Thu, May 15, 2025 - Thu, May 15, 2025
Join us for the 96th Hidden Gardens of Beacon Annual Tour. This annual tour offers visitors a rare opportunity to see hidden landscapes and secret pathways behind the brick facades and shutters of historic townhouses.
250th Anniversary of The Battle of Chelsea Creek,
Sat, May 24, 2025 - Sat, May 24, 2025
This Memorial Day Weekend, the Chelsea community and visitors from across the state can experience a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Chelsea Creek.
Sat, May 24, 2025 - Sat, May 24, 2025
This Memorial Day Weekend, the Chelsea community and visitors from across the state can experience a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Chelsea Creek.
Boston By Little Feet - kid & family Boston history walking tour, , $
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
Travel through 300 years of history on this fun and interactive tour of Boston's Freedom Trail. Designed for families with children 6-12 years old, this tour encourages discovery and exploration.
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
Travel through 300 years of history on this fun and interactive tour of Boston's Freedom Trail. Designed for families with children 6-12 years old, this tour encourages discovery and exploration.
Behind the Scenes at Andover Historical Society, , Free
Sun, August 9, 2026 - Tue, August 9, 2016
Peek inside closets, pull aside curtains, and explore behind the scenes in the Blanchard House and Andover Historical Society. Here’s your chance to look behind the “staff only” and “no entry” signs.
Sun, August 9, 2026 - Tue, August 9, 2016
Peek inside closets, pull aside curtains, and explore behind the scenes in the Blanchard House and Andover Historical Society. Here’s your chance to look behind the “staff only” and “no entry” signs.
