Best Boston Tours & Trips

As one of the oldest cities in the USA, Boston gives millions of visitors the opportunity to explore a host of sites where major historical events in U.S. history took place. Many of these events contributed to the birth and early development of the nation.

Its historical importance, however, is only a part of its appeal. Boston’s rich culture gives it a unique character that can only be experienced first-hand. For first-time visitors, Boston tours are perfect for introducing visitors to all the best Boston tourist spots.

Walk the Freedom Trail

The Freedom Trail is a brick-lined pedestrian path that winds 2.5 miles through downtown Boston. A Freedom Trail walking tour can lead you to 16 historic sites, including
• Paul Revere House - now a National Historic Landmark and museum
• Bunker Hill Monument - a 221-foot granite obelisk commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill
• Granary Burying Ground – a historic cemetery where the victims of the Boston Massacre are buried along with John Hancock, Robert Treat Paine and Samuel Adams

Alongside the historic Freedom Trail, Boston has hundreds of lively and entertaining walking tours to discover its unique character. Among the great Boston walking tours, you can enjoy a Boston brewery, wine, and even pizza tour to sample the city's amazing culinary scene. And Boston pizza tours are must for any visitor looking to taste Boston's divine food.

Explore the City on a Boston Bus Tour

After you've conquered the historic city by foot, relax aboard a comfortable Boston sightseeing tour to encounter the city's great attractions from Trinity Church to Boston Harbor. One of the most popular routes include Boston university tours of the groundbreaking institutions like MIT and Harvard!

If you want to try something a little different, hop aboard one of the many Boston duck tours, which lets you explore the history of this amazing city both from the land and on the water. The duck boats take you to see the landmarks of Boston and Cambridge from the unique perspective of the Charles River.

Before that, however, the amphibious boats drive you past several famous sites for an up close look. Be prepared for a friendly greeting from Bostonians as you drive past
• Massachusetts State House – a masterpiece of Federal architecture built in 1798
• Quincy Market – a market complex built in the early nineteenth century and one of the largest of its kind at the time
• Newbury Street – a mile-long street lined with attractive brownstones containing an interesting mix of trendy restaurants and shops

Sail across the Boston Harbor

Boston Harbor tours are a great way to get a feel of the history, culture and day-to-day life of the city. You can hop on a public ferry or join a relaxing, fully-narrated, sightseeing Boston Harbor cruise. The cruise becomes even more captivating by sunset or when paired with a leisurely stroll along the harbor.

Start In Boston and Explore The US East Coast

Boston is ideally located for those who wish to experience all the East Coast cities have to offer. You can join a multi-day tour package from Boston to any one or several locations along the East Coast.
• Niagara Falls – view the stunning falls from aboard the famous Maid of the Mist or from above on a thrilling helicopter ride
• New York – your itinerary will take you to some of the most spectacular attractions that the Big Apple has to offer
• Washington, DC – visit interactive museums, the White House and the Washington Monument or join a day trip out to Amish Village
• Philadelphia – enjoy educational and fun tours of the many historic sites in this charming city

These convenient Boston tour packages are tailored to suit any budget and can cover your transportation, accommodation, meals and admission to attractions.