This tour was excellent. Our guide drove us throughout Boston, pointing out historical references, weaving the story of the Revolution as he took us to Lexington and Concord. There were a few contemporary places on the itinerary we were not interested in so the tour was not as long as it could have been but we were more than satisfied overall.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Drive by all 16 Freedom Trail sites, with optional stops as time and access permit
- Private guided historical tour
- Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
- Bottled water
- Guided historical commentary throughout the tour
- Pickup and drop-off anywhere in Boston or Cambridge
- Professional chauffeur-guide
Excludes
- Admission to museums, historic homes, and attractions
- Food and beverages other than bottled water
- Gratuities
- Additional time beyond the scheduled tour duration
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Explore some of Boston’s most recognizable central neighborhoods and landmarks, including Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House, the Public Garden, Beacon Hill, Louisburg Square, and Acorn Street. These are primarily drive-by sights, with brief photo stops available when traffic, parking, and the remaining tour time allow.
Follow Boston’s historic Freedom Trail by private vehicle and see all 16 official sites along the route. Landmarks are viewed from the vehicle or during brief stops requested by your group. When traffic, parking, site access, and the remaining tour time allow, travelers may stop for photos or a closer look at selected locations. The itinerary is flexible, alt
Stop at the Charlestown Navy Yard for approximately 30 minutes to visit the USS Constitution area. Travelers explore independently while the chauffeur remains with the vehicle. Access to the ship is subject to operating hours, security procedures, and availability.
Stop at the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown, commemorating one of the earliest major battles of the American Revolution. Travelers may walk around the monument and surrounding grounds, take photos, and explore independently. If the monument is open and time permits, guests may choose to enter on their own. The chauffeur remains with the vehicle. Access is subject to operating hours and site conditions.
Travel through historic Lexington and see several sites associated with the events of April 1775, including Lexington Battle Green, Buckman Tavern, the Lexington Visitors Center, Hancock-Clarke House, and Munroe Tavern. These are primarily drive-by sights, with brief stops available at the travelers’ preference when parking and the remaining tour time permit. Interior museum admission is not included unless specifically stated.
Concord, Battle Road & Literary History. Explore Concord’s Revolutionary and literary heritage while traveling past several important historic sites. See the Paul Revere Capture Site, Meriam’s Corner, Wright Tavern, Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House, The Wayside, Ralph Waldo Emerson House, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and Authors Ridge, and The Old Manse. Most locations are viewed from the vehicle or during brief stops at the travelers’ preference, subject to traffic, parking, site access, and the remaining tour time. The chauffeur remains with the vehicle and does not provide a guided visit.
Enjoy a dedicated stop at Concord’s historic North Bridge, one of the best-known sites associated with the events of April 19, 1775. Travelers may walk to the bridge, view the surrounding monuments and landscape, take photos, and explore independently. The chauffeur remains with the vehicle.
Cambridge Historical Highlights. TTravel through historic Cambridge and see landmarks connected to American history and education, including the site of Washington’s Elm on Cambridge Common, Longfellow House–Washington’s Headquarters, Harvard Square, and historic Harvard Yard. These locations are primarily viewed from the vehicle, with brief photo stops available at the travelers’ preference when traffic, parking, and the remaining tour time permit. Travelers explore independently while the chauffeur remains with the vehicle.
Return to Boston along Memorial Drive, following the Charles River with scenic views toward Back Bay and the Boston skyline. Brief photo stops may be made at the travelers’ preference when safe and legally permitted, subject to traffic, parking, and the remaining tour time.
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Reviews
Our guide did an outstanding job of separating fact from legend. I now have a better understanding of distances and environments that gave better perspective. I enjoyed sites along the way such as Harvard and MIT.
Sam was very knowledgeable! You know all the history Boston has to offer but it all dawns on you while here. Get trip!
Our driver sam took us to all the Boston historical sites we wanted and gave us good information about each site as we went along. If you’re looking to not have to walk as much and still see all of Boston.then this is a great option.
Flights got cancelled and got stuck in Dallas and did not make it to Boston due to Airlines cancellation. We were told that we could not get refund because it was not within 24 hour window. We tried to reschedule but company was fully booked for next day.
I’ve been on numerous group tours, but this was our first private tour as a couple. We loved that it was tailored to our interests and not your typical group tour that tries to cater to everyone’s interests. Our guide, Curtis, is very knowledgeable on history of the area and we learned a lot while getting not only historical information but asking the questions we wanted to know. It was a great tour and a wonderful addition to our trip!
Although this is not the cheapest way to see the Boston area, it is by far the best if you want to see a maximum amount in a minimum time in great comfort! It was just myself and my husband for 6 hours, but it would be cheaper if you have more people to split the cost. Being chauffeured around by Sam was wonderful! He is so affable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a total pleasure! He picked us up and returned us to our Waltham suburban Boston hotel which was very convenient. You can arrange this tour to your liking and stay at any given place as much or as little as you like. I highly recommend this tour and ask for Sam!
Great experience. Very nice driver. Very accommodating. Would highly recommend. The best way to see Boston in a short period of time.
Great way to see the Boston, Lexington, and Concord. Sam was friendly and prompt. The van was very spacious and spotless. It was great to have flexibility in our day too. Would do this again for sure!
Very thorough of early American history. We love history and so thought a review of Lexington and Concord events would be a good idea in days prior to the tour. This allowed for a more in depth conversation with Sam and proved to be a good idea
Sam did a great job! He was on time, flexible, we got to see all the sites we wanted to. I’d do this again in a heartbeat! It was well worth the money.
We had a great day in Boston, Lexington and Concord. It was full of history, sites and so much more. It really was a great day. Prompt pickup, spotless vehicle, safe driving and a wonderful guide! So glad we booked the trip!
Great tour. Added an extra stop with no problem. Lots of good information. Sam was friendly and very knowledgeable. Whole family (2 yrs to 85 yrs) had a great time.
Our driver was on time, accommodating and pleasant. He pointed out numerous landmarks in Boston but did not provide the backstories. It was a pleasant ride around but low on the tour aspect.
Our tour guide Sam was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and showed us the high points of the Freedom Trail as well as all the historical sites in Lexington and Concord. It was a fabulous tour and we would HIGHLY recommend the tour!
Sam was great! Before arriving to Boston the Communication was really good in letting us know the details of pickup and about the tour. Sam was on time, car was very clean, with cold water waiting for us. We had a 7 hour layover in Boston and wanted to see as much as we could. Sam was wonderful driving us around the city in rush hour. He knew so much of the history in Boston and lots of fun facts I never knew. He gave us time to get out and see the sights on foot. Wish we had more time. Very happy with the service and would use again next time we are in Boston to. The Johnson Family
Sam is kind and professional Best part of my Boston trip was concord and Lexington Seeing acorn street
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