What is the best tour to take in Boston?

For a first visit, a guided Freedom Trail walk. The Freedom Trail Foundation's 90-minute Walk Into History tour leaves the Boston Common visitor center daily and costs $17 for adults.

What is the best way to tour Boston?

On foot. Downtown, the North End and Beacon Hill are compact, and the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail links 16 historic sites. Use a Duck Tour, trolley or harbor cruise to add the river and waterfront.

Are there free tours in Boston?

Yes. National Park Service rangers lead free talks and tours seasonally from Faneuil Hall, the State House offers free weekday tours, and the Boston Public Library runs free weekly guided tours with registration.

How long is a Boston Duck Tour?

About 80 minutes, covering downtown landmarks by land and then the Charles River. Ticket prices exclude a 5% Convention Center fee.

How long does the Freedom Trail take?

The guided Walk Into History tour takes 90 minutes. Walking the full 2.5-mile trail to Charlestown on your own takes longer, especially if you go inside the sites.

Can you tour Fenway Park year-round?

Yes. Fenway Park tours run every day of the year, and on game days the last tour leaves three hours before the first pitch. Adult tickets are $30.

Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Boston?

Yes. Old Town Trolley runs a hop-on, hop-off trolley loop with 17 stops around the city and the Freedom Trail.

When can you take a whale watching tour from Boston?

The New England Aquarium Whale Watch with Boston Harbor City Cruises runs from mid-May through November. Trips last three to four hours, from $75.

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By Michael Gonzales

Posted 02/25/2024

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