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The Boston Public Garden is a 24-acre (10-hectare botanical oasis of Victorian flowerbeds, verdant grass, and weeping willow trees shading a tranquil lagoon. It is a respite from the bustling city all year round, and is awash in either seasonal blooms, gold-toned leaves, or untrammeled snow. Adjacent to Boston Common, the garden is part of the city’s Emerald Necklace system of parks that connect via parkways and waterways.
Bordered by Charles, Boylston, Beacon, and Arlington streets, Boston
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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops
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Explore the best that Boston has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. See Boston’s top attractions—like the USS ‘Constitution’ and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to name a few—on the loop. Enjoy discounted admission to attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum with the purchase of your tour.
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$50.40
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$50.40

Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay
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Travel back in time through the early years of American history during this guided walking tour of Boston’s famous Freedom Trail and its most iconic landmarks. Relive the events of the American Revolution as you pass Faneuil Hall, see the Old and New State Houses, and visit the setting of the infamous Boston Massacre. Then head downtown past Boston Common and the modern John Hancock Tower, finishing in Copley Square. A professional guide joins your trip to help add context.
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$45.00
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$45.00

Boston Food & History North End Freedom Trail Walking Tour
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Combine two attractions Boston has to offer—delicious food and rich history—on this tour that starts in the popular North End and continues along the Freedom Trail. Snack your way through this historic Italian neighborhood, trying fresh bread at a hidden bakery and enjoying an Italian salumeria. Once fortified, walk the Freedom Trail to discover the rich history of the American Revolution and experience the modern city Boston is now.
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$83.20
$20.80 savings
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Boston History & Highlights Walking Tour
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Explore Boston on foot with this small group walking tour. See highlights like Boston Harbor, Custom House Tower, Faneuil Hall, and Quincy Market. Learn the true story behind the Boston Massacre, and if you’re lucky, get a glimpse of government in action at the Massachusetts State House. See Beacon Hill, the Freedom Trail, and the lovely Boston Public Garden. Rest your legs and enjoy time with your local guide.
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$38.80
$9.70 savings
Price varies by group size
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$9.70 savings
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Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail
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Explore elegant neighborhoods, historic streets, and American landmarks on a Boston walking tour from the Back Bay to Beacon Hill and downtown portions of the Freedom Trail. Learn about Boston’s history and culture as you stroll brownstone-lined avenues and walk the shady paths of the Boston Public Garden. Step into Boston’s Revolutionary history in the churches, cemeteries, and battlegrounds of the American struggle for independence.
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$45.00
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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River
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Hop into a duck boat—renovated World War II amphibious vehicle—for a comprehensive tour of Boston. Pass Boston Common, Quincy Market, and the Celtics' home turf at TD Garden. Then splashdown into the Charles River for a view of the city by boat. Learn all about Boston's history and landmarks as you go.
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$57.34
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Boston City View Bicycle Tour by Urban AdvenTours
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Discover Boston’s top attractions on this comprehensive guided bike tour around the city. See the unique character and charm of each community up close, like the beautiful brownstones in Back Bay and the South End. Visit Boston’s historic North End and pedal past Copley Square and Fenway Park. Cross the Freedom Trail, passing significant locations to United States history.
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$68.00
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Food Tour to Freedom Trail - Small Group Walking Tour
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Learn about Boston’s history and its culinary scene all at once on this group walking tour. Make your way through the North End and the surrounding area before walking part of the Freedom Trail, which snakes past notable historical sites in the city. Learn about the history of heritage of Boston from your guide and sample a variety of local food.
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$99.00
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$99.00

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 40+ Attractions and Tours
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Seeing the best of Boston doesn’t get any easier, or more economical, than with Go City's Boston All-Inclusive Pass. This flexible sightseeing pass allows visitors to pick and choose from a wide variety of Boston’s top attractions, over 40 in all, at any pace desired over the course of one, two, three, five, or seven consecutive days. Enjoy immediate entry to attractions. Simply save the pass (available as your 'ticket' after purchase) on your mobile device and go. No voucher redemption is required.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for the remaining number of days purchased.
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$62.00
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Small Group Boston Freedom Trail History Walking Tour
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Explore the rich history of Boston on this guided small-group tour of the Freedom Trail. Wander through the city's different neighborhoods and learn how Boston grew from a colonial settlement into a thriving metropolis. Beginning at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, walk along the streets of downtown, pass by the Massachusetts State House, and take in the beautiful sights of the Boston Public Garden, where the tour ends. Along the way, your guide will share some hidden gems and local favorites.
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$45.00
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$45.00

Private Boston Movie Mile Walking Tour (On Location Tours)
100
Fans of Boston-based TV shows and movies will love this walking tour of Boston Common and Beacon Hill. Step inside the bar where ‘Cheers’ was made famous and see more than 30 filming locations for popular flicks such as ‘Good Will Hunting.’ A local actor serves as your guide and entertains with fun facts about Boston highlights.
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$36.00
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$36.00
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Photoshoot in Boston Public Garden
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Create beautiful pictures of your time in Boston with a private photoshoot in Boston Public Garden. Meet a photographer for a photoshoot with several scenic backdrops including the garden's willow trees, suspension bridge, and swan pond. Receive retouched images days after the session. This experience is ideal to celebrate engagements, anniversaries, family reunions, and more.
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$150.00
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$150.00

Boston Private City Tour
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Discover the best of Boston and see the sights that interest you most on this half-day tour. Board your private vehicle along with your group and explore key landmarks in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. See Harvard University, Fenway Park, the Boston Public Library, Beacon Hill, and much more while listening to commentary from your driver about Boston’s history.
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$578.58
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Self-Guided Boston Christmas Tour
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Explore the gas lit winter wonderland streets of Boston and Beacon Hill as we discover the Christmas tales of Boston's past walking on cobbled stoned alleys.
One tour purchase works on up to 4 smart phones.
See the Kings Chapel, The Boston Christmas Tree, Beacon Hill, the most photographed street in Boston, the best holiday lights, the oldest hotel in the USA and walk through the gas light, cobbled stoned street winter wonderland.
Go anytime, at your own pace, the tour is smart phone guided (GPS navigated) experience narrated by Santa Clause and his rag tag holiday crew.
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$5.00
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$5.00

Tour-in-Four -- A Private four hour walking & driving city tour
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Get a comprehensive overview of Boston’s key landmarks during this half-day tour of the city. Combine a walking tour with a driving tour to cover more ground than you would if you just did one. See important sights like the USS Constitution, Old North Church, and the Paul Revere House and learn about the city’s history from your tour guide.
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$475.00
per group
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$475.00
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Boston's Emerald Necklace Guided Bicycle Tour
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Discover Boston’s fall beauty on this guided, 4-hour, small-group bike tour around the North End of the city. Explore the historic Emerald Necklace, a 1,100-acre chain of parks linked by parkways and waterways in Boston and Brookline. Visit the shaded boulevard on Commonwealth Avenue, the shores of Jamaica Pond, and the popular, winding paths of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. Also, see the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston’s newest public park; the famous Charles River Esplanade; the Boston Common and Public Garden and much more.
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$89.00
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$89.00

Boston Back Bay Tourist Scavenger Hunt
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It takes 2-3 hours to complete, do it whenever you wish - you select your own date and start time, no scheduling or reservation needed. 20+ challenges, games and enigmas to solve as you walk through this historic neighborhood.
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$35.71
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$35.71
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Highlights and History of Boston: GPS Guided Audio Tour
This tour hits the highlights of Boston's most historic districts. You can take this tour anytime between 7:00am and 8:00pm. Once you make the booking, we will provide you with a link to download the app as well as a voucher code for the tour.
This tour includes about 2.5 hours of audio, making it one of the most comprehensive self-guided tours available. We cover a wide range of topics from colonial history to the Big Dig public works project that created the Rose Kennedy Greenway only a few years ago.
This tour uses the VoiceMap app and is GPS-enabled. The audio is delivered at the right place and time with turn-by-turn directions, meaning that you won't need to keep looking at your phone.
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$12.00
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Private Photoshoot in Boston
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- At least 8 edited photos which ensure that pictures are ready for social media within 48 hours.
- Unediting photos (Unlimited) are available for download within 48 hours.
Travelers to Boston can enjoy the city while I capture memories that will last a lifetime.
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$145.00
per group
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$145.00
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All-Inclusive Highlights of Boston with Private Guide & Boston Market Tastings
Meet your guide in Copley Square to begin your all-inclusive tour of Boston. Visit the Boston Commons Public Garden, the green heart of the city and the oldest public recreation area in the country. Visit the iconic Beacon Hill neighbourhood, known for its spectacular brick row houses and brick roads. Step into the famous Faneuil Hall Market and Boston Public Market, where you will taste the best of local Bostonian treats from our favourite local vendor: a succulent lobster roll and a traditional Bostonian cider. Then see the best of the city’s best attractions, including the King’s Chapel Burying Ground, several historical meeting houses, and even the site of the Boston Massacre. You’ll even visit the Granary Burying Ground, where several notable people (Sam Adams and Paul Revere) were laid to rest. Your tour finishes along the Boston Harbour, where you will learn of its fascinating history from the Boston Tea Party to the Boston Harbour cleanup.
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$255.00
Price varies by group size
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$255.00
Price varies by group size

Boston Summer Nights Tour
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Enjoy Beantown at night-time on Boston's only sunset tour on the Old Town Trolley! Relax and enjoy all that Boston has to offer on this unique evening tour. Witness history come to life, as soft music and lively narration set the stage for a beautiful sunset over the Charles River. Take in the picturesque views of one of the most historic cities in America!
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$31.50
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$31.50

Private Tour of Boston with Pick Up
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This tour is the perfect way to orientate yourself to Boston, to see not just the historic sites, but the entire city. On this tour we'll take you into all the city neighborhoods and along the sites of the Freedom Trail.
We'll share the history and legends of the city, keep it topical with current day fun facts and light hearted stories. All guides are fully licensed and approved Boston tour guides, driving luxury and livery insured vehicles.
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$525.00
per group
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$525.00
per group

Beacon Hill, Public Garden, Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(Small Group)
25
Explore Boston’s must-see attractions in one tour. Walk along the picturesque streets of Beacon Hill, home to Acorn Street, the most photographed street in Boston.
Discover the most scenic locations in the Boston Public Garden and Back Bay’s beautiful 19th-century residential neighborhood.
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$55.00
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$55.00

2-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour Boston Stories from the Freedom
There’s so much more to Boston’s Freedom Trail than just the famous locations highlighted in every brochure and guidebook. Join a local guide to hear the tales and learn about the people that made Boston one of the most important cities in American history! From the perspective of the Bostonians behind the infamous Boston Tea Party to the story of James Otis and his immortal line “No taxation without representation” at Faneuil Hall, you’ll be amazed at what your school history books didn’t tell you. Hear about how an unknown artist influenced the story of the Boston Massacre and discover which of our Founding Fathers attended the very first public school in the country. Your guide will fill you in on accounts of daily life for Revolution-era Bostonians, and what conditions were like for the British soldiers camping on Boston Common. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a surprise local treat, so you’ll have plenty of energy to enjoy your time with us through the stories of the Freedom Trail!
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$147.00
Price varies by group size
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$147.00
Price varies by group size
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