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The 13 Best Revolutionary War Tours in Boston

13 tours  ·  from $15

The Tea Party, the Massacre, the ride to Lexington and the redoubt on Breed’s Hill all happened within a few miles of each other. These 13 tie the sites together, priced, timed and clear on how much walking is involved.

Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission - Boarding the Eleanor and Beaver
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Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

1.Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,512 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Join costumed guides aboard the replica ships Eleanor and Beaver for a lively, one-hour retelling of the Boston Tea Party. You’ll take part in the tea toss, watch the film Let It Begin Here, see the Robinson Tea Chest, and finish with tea time at Abigail’s Tea Room.

“Great time! Informative and we had a blast throwing the tea into the harbor! The Living History performers did an excellent job.”

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The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour - Starting at City Hall Plaza
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The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

2.The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,356 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55Top rated

Walk Boston’s Revolution in chronological order with guides such as Tyler, Mike, Chris, and Tom. This three-hour small-group tour links 14 Freedom Trail landmarks with burying grounds, modern Boston, the North End, and Boston Harbor. Expect visual aids, lively storytelling, and plenty of walking.

“Tyler was an excellent guide! He was a knowledgeable historian and learned so much about the Revolution and the history of Boston. Highly recommend!!!”

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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

3.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'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

★★★★★★★★★★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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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

5.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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Boston's Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Ye Olde Tavern Tours - Ten Freedom Trail sites, with more than dates and names
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Boston’s Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Ye Olde Tavern Tours

6.Boston’s Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Ye Olde Tavern Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $91

Spend about two hours with guides such as Brooke, Kelly, Olivia, Brian, or Ella, walking Boston’s Freedom Trail and stopping at three historic taverns. You’ll see ten major sites, enjoy a beer or cider at each stop, and learn how politics, rebellion, and drinking shaped the city.

“Brian was great. Fun walk around Boston, learned about the history of Boston and visited some cool pubs!”

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Boston History & Highlights Tour: From Revolution to Today - The Custom House Tower links old Boston with new Boston
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Boston History & Highlights Tour: From Revolution to Today

7.Boston History & Highlights Tour: From Revolution to Today

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 178 reviews · from $44

Follow a local English-speaking guide from Boston Harbor through the Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill, and Boston Public Garden. You’ll see the Old State House, Quincy Market, Acorn Street, and, on weekdays, the Massachusetts State House. Guides such as Molly, Bob, and Allen bring the city’s past to life.

“Short and walking was well paced. I thought we will enter one of the buildings The tour guide (Nalib) was very kind.”

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Boston: Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill, & USS Constitution Tour - From Beacon Hill to the Boston Common
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Boston: Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill, & USS Constitution Tour

8.Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill, & USS Constitution Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 153 reviews · 4 hours · from $79

Follow Boston’s entire Freedom Trail with guide Mark, stopping at sixteen historic sites plus several extra locations. Hear the human story behind the Boston Massacre, Tea Party, Bunker Hill, and the Revolution, then finish at USS Constitution. Small groups, frequent breaks, and plenty of time for questions.

“Really informative and interesting guide. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a guided tour of the freedom trail.”

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Boston: Full Revolution Story Epic Small Group Walking Tour - Starting at City Hall Plaza and entering the old city
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Boston: Full Revolution Story Epic Small Group Walking Tour

9.Full Revolution Story Epic Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 132 reviews · 3h 30m · from $57

Follow Boston’s revolutionary story in chronological order with guides such as Mike, Tyler, and Rob. This small-group walk links the Freedom Trail, North End, Bunker Hill, and harborfront with maps, visual aids, and light audience participation. Expect about 3.5 hours of steady walking.

“Tyler was a great tour guide. Loved the props he brought with him to tell us the stories!”

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PRIVATE Authentic Revolutionary Boston Walking Tour - Reading Boston through Granary Burying Ground
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PRIVATE Authentic Revolutionary Boston Walking Tour

10.PRIVATE Authentic Revolutionary Boston Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $75

Walk Boston’s revolutionary sites with a private guide such as Adam, who may appear in period dress and tailor the story to your interests. In 90 minutes to two hours, connect Boston Common, burial grounds, meeting houses, churches, and the Old State House, with museum admission sold separately.

“Adam, in a splendid fake British uniform, made the walking tour seem effortless and was a bottomless font of knowledge and humour. It really enhanced our visit to Boston and I would encourage any tourist to take up the opportunity to undersRead more”

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Boston Premium Driving Tour with Boat Cruise and Bunker Hill - Bunker Hill and the 1775 battle
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Boston Premium Driving Tour with Boat Cruise and Bunker Hill

11.Boston Premium Driving Tour with Boat Cruise and Bunker Hill

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 4 hours · from $169

Explore Boston with a guide such as Stuey or Rich in a small group of up to seven. Visit Harvard and Bunker Hill, ride in a comfortable luxury vehicle, and enjoy a harbor cruise from May to November or the New England Aquarium from November to April.

“Exceptional,our guide Stue was truly the highlight of our experience,his friendly humorous knowledgable character was endearing,he’s a credit to your organisation and a lasting reminder of the Boston spirit of people. Kind Regards Colin & Heather 😊”

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Boston Walking/Boat Revolutionary Tour; 1 if by Land, 2 if by Sea - Faneuil Hall and the old commercial quarter
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Boston Walking/Boat Revolutionary Tour; 1 if by Land, 2 if by Sea

12.Boston Walking/Boat Revolutionary Tour; 1 if by Land, 2 if by Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $98

Spend three hours tracing Boston’s Revolution from the Old State House to the North End, with Old North Church entry and a private one-hour harbor boat ride. Guides such as Mark, Alex, Chris, and Ryan lead the small group, which is capped at 19 people.

“Mark did a great job . Enjoyed the leisurely pace and historical info as well as time for snacks and restroom”

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Boston: USS Constitution Museum Entry Ticket - Three centuries of Old Ironsides
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Boston: USS Constitution Museum Entry Ticket

13.USS Constitution Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 29 reviews · from $15Best value

At Boston’s Charlestown Navy Yard, explore the USS Constitution Museum for one day with interactive galleries, sailor activities, Navy crew videos, and the LEGO Brickyard. Your ticket covers the museum only, not boarding USS Constitution, which the US Navy operates separately.

“Really educational and the films were fascinating to watch”

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