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Freedom Trail Tours: The 15 Best Guided Walks

31 tours  ·  from $8

The brick line is free and mostly unlabelled, which is why the guide is the product. These 15 differ on pace, on how much of the two and a half miles they actually cover, and on whether you finish at Faneuil Hall or push on to Bunker Hill.

Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - Granary Burying Ground puts famous names in one place
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

1.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,450 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Spend about 2.5 hours tracing Boston’s Revolutionary story with a historian guide such as Jon, Maura, Mark, or Alejandro. Groups are capped at 16, and the route covers all 16 official Freedom Trail landmarks, from Boston Common and the Boston Massacre Site to Paul Revere’s home and Copp’s Hill Terrace.

“Excellent tour, our guide made it very interactive and fun. She was very informative and answered all our questions in detail.”

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Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide - Starting beneath the State House dome
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Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

2.Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,531 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Follow a 1.2-mile stretch of Boston’s Freedom Trail with a costumed guide playing figures such as Ben, Katherine, or John Hancock. Expect colonial stories, humor, Granary Burying Ground, the Boston Massacre site, and a finish near Faneuil Hall or Paul Revere Mall. The $26 tour lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes.

“It was very informative about our History and lots of fun at the same time! Our guide was so funny and witty!”

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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail - Beginning beside Boston Harbor and the Greenway
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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

3.Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,772 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about five hours walking 5 miles through Boston with a small group of up to 12. Sample North End bread, pizza, an Italian deli sandwich, coffee, and pastry, then follow the Freedom Trail to Boston Common and the Public Garden with a local guide.

“Nabil was an outstanding g your guide - funny, knowledgeable and super friendly. Will def do another tour in the future.”

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour - Park Street Church and the Granary Burying Ground
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Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

4.Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,748 reviews · from $31

Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail with guides such as Rob, Kenneth, Charlie R, Matthew, and Alissa. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see all 16 official sites, hear stories about revolutionaries, women, immigrants, and abolitionists, and return to Boston Common. Entry tickets are not included.

“Great tour around Boston and the Freedom Trail. Alissa was our tour guide. She was great fun and kept everyone interested throughout the 2.5 hours!”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - Granary Burying Ground puts famous names in one place
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

5.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,590 reviews · 2h 30m · from $35

Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace with an English-speaking guide and no more than 15 people. Expect stories about Paul Revere, the Boston Massacre, and the road to rebellion, plus a short break at Quincy Market and views of the USS Constitution and Bunker Hill Monument.

“Nick delivered a fantastic Freedom Trail tour—clear, engaging, and full of great historical insights. He made the walk fun and easy to follow. Highly recommend joining his tour!”

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour - Park Street Church and the Granary Burying Ground
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Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

6.Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,343 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $31

Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail from The Embrace to Copp’s Hill Terrace in a 25-person walking tour led by guides such as Kenny, Alissa, Jim, and Julia. Expect stories of Paul Revere, abolition, the Boston Massacre, the Tea Party, and the Revolution, with several miles of city walking.

“We did the Freedom Trail walking tour with Alissa, and it was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, funny, and really easy to get along with. You could tell she enjoys what she does and knows so much about Boston’s history. The pacing was perfect — it never felt rushed or slow, and the 2.5 hours went by so fast. I’d definitely recommend this tour, especially if you get Alissa as your guide!”

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Freedom Trail Walking Tour 250 - Starting near the Massachusetts State House
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Freedom Trail Walking Tour 250

7.Freedom Trail Walking Tour 250

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,118 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Follow about 1.2 miles through historic Boston with a costumed guide such as Ben, Elizabeth, Catherine, or Elaina. Hear stories at Granary Burying Ground, the Boston Massacre site, Old South Meeting House, and Faneuil Hall in a 1-hour-45-minute tour.

“Our tour guide was excellent . She was dressed like a middle class woman from that time and had a lot of good history and stories we learned about the people in those times. Recommended this tour .”

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Boston Freedom Trail History Pub Crawl Small-Group Tour - Meeting Samuel Adams beside Faneuil Hall
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Boston Freedom Trail History Pub Crawl Small-Group Tour

8.Boston Freedom Trail History Pub Crawl Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 996 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Meet at the Samuel Adams statue by Faneuil Hall for a 2-hour, small-group walk through Boston’s colonial and Revolutionary past. Guides such as Maddie, Julie, Sam, Anna, and Arielle lead you to four nearby pubs along two blocks of the Freedom Trail. Drinks are extra, and you must be 21 or older.

“Short and enjoyable walk from place to place. Fun information Julie was great. The other members of the group were fun”

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Entire Freedom Trail Walking Tour: Includes Bunker Hill and USS Constitution - Meeting the revolutionaries at Granary Burying Ground
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Entire Freedom Trail Walking Tour: Includes Bunker Hill and USS Constitution

9.Entire Freedom Trail Walking Tour: Includes Bunker Hill and USS Constitution

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 732 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $79

Join Mark of Walk & Talk Boston Walking Tours for a four-hour, small-group walk along Boston’s full Freedom Trail. You’ll connect the Boston Massacre, Tea Party, Paul Revere, Bunker Hill, and USS Constitution, with time for questions and useful local tips.

“Mark shed light on the American Revolution and the history of Boston that we had never heard before. Excellent tour. Be ready to walk!”

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Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour - Boston Common and the Public Garden’s playful side
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Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

10.Downtown Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill & Back Bay Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 473 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

This two-hour morning walk links Boston’s colonial landmarks with Beacon Hill, the Public Garden, Back Bay, and Copley Square. Guides such as Allan and Alan add local stories, architectural details, humor, and restaurant tips. Expect a small group of up to 20, varied sidewalks, and all-weather operation.

“Had a wonderful morning being guided through Boston by Alan. The tour was informative, interesting and fun. Would not hesitate to recommend this tour.”

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Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide - The State House connects politics with public consent
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Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide

11.Walk the Historic Freedom Trail with Costumed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 329 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Follow Boston’s central Freedom Trail from Park Street Church to Faneuil Hall with a guide in period dress. You’ll visit sites tied to the Revolution, early government, and colonial religion, including Granary Burying Ground and the Boston Massacre site. Guides such as James Otis, Thomas, and Jeff add humor and context.

“Our guide was delightful and knowledgeable. He kept us entertained and showed us a lot of historic sites. He was a goldmine of information”

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Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail - The first pub turns history into a social event
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Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail

12.History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 279 reviews · 2 hours · from $48

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Samuel Adams statue outside Faneuil Hall for a two-hour walk through Boston’s colonial past, stopping at four bars. Expect local beer advice, lesser-known Revolutionary-era stories, reserved pub areas, and very little walking between stops. Drinks cost extra.

“Tour guide was very informative and entertaining at the same time. Very informational on her beers. Loved MADDY. Had no issues with sign up. A Great time!! Definitely would recommend.”

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Self Guided Classic Freedom Trail Location Aware (GPS) Walking Audio Tour - Downtown Boston: graves, bells, and revolutionary arguments
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Self Guided Classic Freedom Trail Location Aware (GPS) Walking Audio Tour

13.Self Guided Classic Freedom Trail Location Aware (GPS) Walking Audio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $7Best value

Use the WalknTours app to follow Boston’s Freedom Trail from Boston Common through the North End and Charlestown. Hear stories about Paul Revere, Sam Adams, the Boston Massacre, Bunker Hill, and the USS Constitution. Pause for food, breaks, and extra sightseeing along the way.

“Wonderful experience! Takes you through the entire trail. Very engaging audio with precise and easy to follow navigational directions.”

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80-Minutes NON-STOP Trolley of Historic Boston and Freedom Trail - Why the narration can make or break the ride
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80-Minutes NON-STOP Trolley of Historic Boston and Freedom Trail

14.80-Minutes NON-STOP Trolley of Historic Boston and Freedom Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Ride CityView Trolley Tours for 80 narrated minutes through Historic Boston and along the Freedom Trail. You’ll pass the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, and USS Constitution while guides such as Hugo, Johnny, and Christine add humor and local detail. It’s a practical choice when walking is tiring.

“We enjoyed this tour very much. It’s a great choice for cruisers with limited time, who don’t mind some walking in between stops. We were able to spend our time at the sites we chose, and skip the ones we didn’t. We walked to the start stop 1, from cruise port, about 1.9 miles. Nice easy flat walk with several interesting things to see. The walk up the hill at stop 3, to the old north church and back down to the trolly, was a bit of a challenge but not too bad, we just took our time. We chose to end at stop 9 to walk back to cruise…”

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North End to Freedom Trail: Boston’s Food & History - What you may eat during the first half
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North End to Freedom Trail: Boston’s Food & History

15.North End to Freedom Trail: Boston’s Food & History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 185 reviews · from $99

Spend five hours walking from the North End to the Freedom Trail with an English-speaking guide such as Lexie, Bob, or Connor. Taste bread, pizza, Italian meats, cheese, pastries, and a hot drink while visiting Old North Church, State Street, Old City Hall, and Boston Public Garden.

“Excellent-Molly did a great job! She's was so knowledgeable and fun!”

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