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.
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, $$$
Fri, March 28, 2025 - Wed, November 12, 2025
Tour Boston in an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. The DUCK tours the city by both land and water. Great for kids and visitors of all ages.
Fri, March 28, 2025 - Wed, November 12, 2025
Tour Boston in an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. The DUCK tours the city by both land and water. Great for kids and visitors of all ages.
Boston Duck Tours, 3 Locations, $$$
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Wed, October 29, 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.
Tue, April 1, 2025 - Wed, October 29, 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.
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.
Boston By Little Feet Tours, , $
Thu, May 1, 2025 - Thu, October 30, 2025
This child's-eye view of the Freedom Trail's architecture and history is especially designed for young walkers from ages 6-12 years of age run by Boston By Foot.
Thu, May 1, 2025 - Thu, October 30, 2025
This child's-eye view of the Freedom Trail's architecture and history is especially designed for young walkers from ages 6-12 years of age run by Boston By Foot.
100 Years in 4 Objects: A Quick Tour of the Otis House, , $
Fri, May 16, 2025 - Fri, October 17, 2025
Short on time? Discover the rich history of art and daily life from the 19th century in just 25 minutes. This tour offers a fresh way to experience the Otis House Museum's timeless charm.
Fri, May 16, 2025 - Fri, October 17, 2025
Short on time? Discover the rich history of art and daily life from the 19th century in just 25 minutes. This tour offers a fresh way to experience the Otis House Museum's timeless charm.
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.
Tour the Otis House, , $
Fri, June 6, 2025 - Fri, October 31, 2025
Famous architect Charles Bulfinch designed the house in the Federal Style for Harrison Gray Otis, a prominent figure in Boston politics. The house served as a clinic and boarding house in later years.
Fri, June 6, 2025 - Fri, October 31, 2025
Famous architect Charles Bulfinch designed the house in the Federal Style for Harrison Gray Otis, a prominent figure in Boston politics. The house served as a clinic and boarding house in later years.
Free Historic Walking Tours in Jamaica Plain, , Free
Sat, July 5, 2025 - Sat, September 27, 2025
Join the JP Historical Society for our season of historic walking tours. All JPHS tours are free to the public. Tours start on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. No reservations are required.
Sat, July 5, 2025 - Sat, September 27, 2025
Join the JP Historical Society for our season of historic walking tours. All JPHS tours are free to the public. Tours start on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. No reservations are required.
Historic Walking Tour of the First Settlement at Cove Village, , $
Wed, July 23, 2025 - Wed, July 23, 2025
This walking tour will explore an extensive area of Beverly’s Cove neighborhood and will include stories of the first settlers and of the American Revolution.
Wed, July 23, 2025 - Wed, July 23, 2025
This walking tour will explore an extensive area of Beverly’s Cove neighborhood and will include stories of the first settlers and of the American Revolution.
Phillips-Gilbert Cemetery Tour, , $
Sat, August 9, 2025 - Sat, August 9, 2025
Calling all taphophiles! Join the Old Colony History Museum’s Dr. Bill Hanna for a guided walk through two of Taunton’s oldest and most interesting cemeteries.
Sat, August 9, 2025 - Sat, August 9, 2025
Calling all taphophiles! Join the Old Colony History Museum’s Dr. Bill Hanna for a guided walk through two of Taunton’s oldest and most interesting cemeteries.
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.
