8 1-Day Tours in Boston Worth Booking

1.Boston to Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,162 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Leave Boston early in a 24-passenger minibus, ride through Cape Cod to Falmouth, and cross Vineyard Sound by ferry. On Martha’s Vineyard, explore independently or add a three-hour tour covering Edgartown, Aquinnah, Gay Head Light, and all six island towns. Guides such as Tom, Elaine, and Johnny Boston may lead the day.

“If I had the option I would give 3 1/2 stars. It is a FULL DAY TOUR! 2 1/2 hours to the ferry and same time getting back from the ferry is the worse part, but not horrible. Once on the ferry and getting to the island is enjoyable and scenic. We opted for the guided tour and Tom was an encyclopedia of the history and culture of the island. Tour is a thorough view of basically the entire island and towns. Not a lot of WOW moments but a few interesting facts and some nice views.”

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2.Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 573 reviews · 13 hours · from $129

Travel from downtown Boston to Martha’s Vineyard by minibus and ferry, then spend about six hours exploring Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and Aquinnah. Choose free time or a three-hour island tour with a local guide such as Tom or Anthony. Expect an early start and a long, well-organized day.

“The driver was very personable and professional! Loved her bubbly demeanor”

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3.Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour from Boston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 407 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $130

Travel from Boston to Martha’s Vineyard by coach and ferry, with stops at Falmouth and Nobska Point Lighthouse. You get about six hours on the island, either on your own or with an optional three-hour tour led by local guides such as Mark or Harry.

“if you can take the tour once you get on the island i highly recommend it. The driver and the island driver (tour guide) were awesome. there is a lot to see so it will take the entire day but don't miss this experience. great day!!”

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4.Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $155

Travel from downtown Boston to Newport in a small group of up to 24 people. With guides such as Tim, Chris, or Lucia, you’ll tour The Breakers and Marble House, see Newport landmarks by minibus, walk part of the Cliff Walk, and get free time to explore.

“Very good experience. Very thankful for the driver, I took the wrong bus, he called me and waited for me to get his bus.”

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5.Boston to New Hampshire Fall Foliage White Mountains Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Leave Boston at 7 a.m. for a full day in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Your guide, often Rory, Matt, or Keith, drives the Kancamagus Highway, stops for waterfalls and photos, allows lunch in North Conway, and visits Omni Mount Washington Resort before returning you to Boston.

“Tour was just the right amount of leaf peeping and sight seeing! Great humor and conversation. I would recommend for solo, couples, or group travel.”

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6.Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 123 reviews · from $120Best value

Travel from Boston to Martha’s Vineyard by minibus and ferry, then spend time shopping, eating, relaxing, or joining an optional three-hour island tour. Guides such as Keith, Matt, Rory, and Harry add local history and practical tips along the way.

“friendly and knowledgeable guides. pickup was easy and the minibus was comfortable.”

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7.Quincy, Plymouth, and Mayflower II Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 102 reviews · 11 hours · from $165

Spend 11 hours touring Massachusetts history from Boston in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus. Visit the Adams birthplaces in Quincy, Scituate Lighthouse, Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II, and Plimoth Patuxet. Guides such as David add lively stories, local tips, and thoughtful pacing.

“It was excellent. We truly enjoyed it. We had beautiful weather and our guide was great. He explained everything and I feel I really learned a great deal. I did not realize how much history was in Quincy and Plymouth. Enjoyed the tour of the Mayflower. I found this trip very informative and truly historical. I would highly recommend this trip to any of my family or friends. Rita Washam”

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8.Private Day Trip to Lexington and Concord from Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $493

Travel by private Toyota Sienna from Boston to Lexington and Concord with guides such as Mark, Maria, Alexandria, or Riley. Visit Revolutionary War sites, Walden Pond, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, and Orchard House, with a flexible pace and free time for lunch.

“Beautiful tour with lots of very interesting history! One thing was to read about history leading up to the American revolution and the early years of the USA, and another was to visit places were it all started! Mark was an excellent guide and explained things very well. He also was did a great job accommodating the four of us; two of us had mobility issues. He truly enjoined the experience and would not only, highly recommend the tour but also Boston Hidden Gems as the tour company and Mark as a tour guide.”

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