Why choose this tour ?
A comprehensive exploration of Boson's original neighborhoods and a complete retelling of the American Revolution from the founding of Boston to the Declaration of Independence. Unlike most tours which limit themselves exclusively to what's on the Freedom Trail (in whichever order and direction it happens to go) this tour takes a wholistic approach to the city and the story. We follow a curated route visiting 14 iconic landmarks in the same order the history unfolded, pulling everything together into an immersive citywide narrative that recreates the drama and brings to life the passions personalities, and psychologies that invented America. There are no big crowds or cheesy costumes. This tour combines expert insights with a light-hearted sense of humor and expands beyond "just" the Freedom Trail so you will enjoy the charm of the old town while getting a real sense of the beautiful and booming modern city as well. Awarded Boston Magazine's Best Historical Tour in 2022
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What makes The Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Walking Tour of Boston a unique experience ?
City Hall Plaza is a pedestrian only plaza very centrally located directly across from and overlooking Faneuil Hall. We meet between the Five Iron Golf and City Hall. The guide will be in front of the seasonal beer garden and next to a large "BOSTON" sign with Faneuil Hall in the background that provides a great photo opportunity to start off the tour with.
Famous (or infamous) for its unique architecture.
Learn about the incredibly unique people who first settled Massachusetts Bay. The Puritans are more important (and much weird!) than you can imagine!
Iconic brick pathway connecting 16 historic landmarks. Whereas most tours just blindly follow this path geographically from one direction to the other, we weave around the city visiting the sights in chronological order.
First Anglican Church in Boston
Brimstone corner. Famous for its fiery sermons. July 4, 1829 "William Lloyd Garrison made his first public address against slavery here.
Who really were the Sons of Liberty? Visit the tombs of Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Sam Adams and find out!
Some of the most beautiful architecture in the city is the background of a discussion about the historic obstacles to and inherent challenges of democracy
Lean about America's first public school and its most famous pupil the incomparable Benjamin Franklin!
The oldest public building in the country and the nerve center of Massachusetts politics. The great political debate between British authority and American rights was here
Learn about the soldiers, the citizens, the loyalists, and patriot leaders all pulled into this explosion of tensions!
Former publishing house of American literary icons (Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Nathanial Hawthorne, and more)
The Boston Tea Party starts here! The most pivotal event leading up to the American Revolution. There's no turning back after this!
The road to revolution runs right the heart of downtown Boston. While the core of this tour is built upon 12 of the 15 Freedom Trail locations a beautiful and booming modern city has grown up all around its historic foundation. Neither should be missed and we will not overlook the present in our pursuit of the past.
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Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour is appropriate for all ages, but it is not a "kids" version of events.
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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Small group citywide tour and the complete story of America from the founding of Boston to the Declaration of Independence.
The Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Walking Tour of Boston Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Built-in 15-minute break at world famous Quincy Market
- Visit 14 iconic Freedom Trail landmarks with entrance into Faneuil Hall (when open to the public)
- Small group and expert guide. Skip the big crowds and generic highlights.
- Explore the modern city beyond the Freedom Trail and experience Boston's incredible urban renewal.
- Curated route weaving the main events, characters, and sights of the Revolution into one epic story.
Not Included
- Costumes, Actors, Scripts, or Kitsch
- Transportation (this is a walking tour.)
- Museum entry fees (other than Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market we stay outdoors)
- Gratuities (optional)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Revolutionary Story Tour.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1711 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
If there are any questions or concerns text is preferred but feel free to call, e-mail, or lantern anytime: Mike TEL: (781)532-7879 EMAIL: ask@therevolutionarystorytour.com
