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Boston: Harvard University Guided Walking Tour with Student

1. Boston: Harvard University Guided Walking Tour with Student

Join a student-led walking tour of America's oldest university, Harvard. See the historic campus through the eyes of a student and visit highlights, including the John Harvard Statue and Memorial Hall. Beginning in the heart of Harvard Square, you'll be led into the historic Harvard Yard by an enthusiastic Harvard student. Enjoy the sights while your guide entertains and inspires with tales of Harvard history and personal experience at the university they call home. You'll get an up-close look at major Harvard landmarks including Johnston Gate, the John Harvard Statue, Memorial Hall, and Widener Library. You'll even become privy to a few Harvard secrets along the way! Whether you're a student visiting colleges or a family on vacation, the Hahvahd Tour is undoubtedly the top way to see Harvard.

Boston Fenway Park: 1-Hour Guided Walking Tour

2. Boston Fenway Park: 1-Hour Guided Walking Tour

Explore the historic grounds of Fenway Park, a true Boston icon since 1906. Visit the home of the Boston Red Sox. Become enchanted by the charm of this 109-year-old Boston monument. Be led by a guide on a 1-hour walking tour of Fenway Park. This authentic gem is home to celebrated baseball World Champions from 1903, 1912, 1915, 1916, 1918, 2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018. On the public guided tour, view the stadium and baseball field where Red Sox legends Williams, Yaz, Fisk, and Rice made their mark on Red Sox Nation. See Pesky's Pole and sit atop the world-famous Green Monster, which stands 37 feet 2 inches high overlooking left field. Take in the magnificent sights and breathtaking views of Boston atop the Roof Deck overlooking right field. Finish your tour at the Fenway Park Living Museum collection, which engages fans of all ages by showcasing the vast collection of Red Sox baseball memorabilia. Fenway Park is not only a local favorite but also an international tourist destination visited by fans from over 93 different countries. Upgrade your experience to a private tour that takes you through the same places as the public tour, but also gives you the opportunity to visit exclusive locations (subject to availability). Your guide will let you know what is available that day once you check-in for the tour. With the upgrade, you can cover the Red Seat, Visiting Team Clubhouse, Visiting Team Batting Cage, Red Sox Hall of Fame, Red Sox Front Office and Trophy Case, Batting Titles & Golden Glove Awards Display, State Street Pavilion Club, Warning Track, and Green Monster Scoreboard. 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Public Tour

3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology Public Tour

Meet your student guide in Kendall Square and visit the university that ranks among the top schools in the U.S. Tour the campus and learn about some of the world's most talented innovators in the fields of math, science and technology. Get the inside scoop on the history, culture and alumni who hail from MIT, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on a 1 hour 10-minute tour. Hear about some of the institution's alums, from engineer and astronaut Buzz Aldrin to world-famous architect, I.M. Pei. See the Great Dome, home to the school's engineering library and lovingly referred to by alums as the Center of the Universe.

Boston: Guided Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail

4. Boston: Guided Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail

See all 16 of Boston's Iconic Freedom Trail sites in a single tour with an experienced guide. Learn about icons like Paul Revere and John Hancock, along with lesser-known stories of women, African Americans, and immigrant patriots and pioneers. Start your tour outside one of Boston's hidden gems, at the famous private library known as the Boston Athenaeum, and finish in the North End with the best view of the Charlestown Freedom Trail sites. Discover tales of rebels, gangs, and Midnight Riders, with a few cheap dad jokes for good measure. Gain an understanding of Boston's role in the American Revolution and how the city became a pioneer in the fields of abolition, American education, and immigration. Along the way, experience the explosive events of the American Revolution like the Boston Tea Party and the Boston Massacre in the places they happened. See Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King's Chapel, the Benjamin Franklin Statue, the Old Corner Bookstore, the Old South Meeting House, the Old State House, the Boston Massacre Site, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, the Old North Church, Copp's Hill Burying Ground, the USS Constitution, and Bunker Hill Monument.

Boston: Ghost Tour

5. Boston: Ghost Tour

Embark on a unique after-dark tour and explore downtown Boston’s most haunted hotspots. Discover both the paranormal and historical worlds of each carefully selected tour site and listen to researched, authentic, and up-to-date accounts that ensure you have the best, most chilling experience possible. Highlights of the tour include: Omni Parker House Haunted by its first owner and other notable ghostly guests, the Omni Parker House is considered Boston’s most haunted location. One room, in particular, has caused so much trouble, terror, and grief that the hotel was eventually forced to convert it into a storage room, lest they risk another guest suffering from a grisly night’s stay in the cursed room. What could possibly drive a hotel to permanently retire an otherwise perfectly good guest room? Discover the details on our tour. Boston Common This seemingly placid area is the country’s oldest park. For a century of its long history, Boston Common was the site of hundreds of hangings. Not all of the victims of these executions managed to escape the park, even after death. The grim ghosts of the hanging victims are the least of your paranormal concerns in the Common. Keep your eyes open and your wits about you whenever you’re at this park… or else. Old South Meeting House Witness the birthplace of the Boston Tea Party protest and the very American Revolution itself at the Old South Meeting House. This building is of crucially historic importance, but that’s not the only legacy the meeting house is known for. It is a specter that sometimes appears and always acts as a harbinger of impending death. Or perhaps it’s no messenger of death at all, but instead directly responsible for the string of deaths that have befallen the unlucky ones who’ve encountered it. Old City Hall This former hub of Boston’s local government has since become a bustling mixed-use commercial and office property. Because of its historical significance being covered up with the new polish of redevelopment, at least one ghost exacts its revenge for this perceived disrespect for history on visitors. The Old City Hall may be magnificent looking, but watch where you look inside…

Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail

6. Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail

Enjoy drinks along the famous Freedom Trail with a local guide on this history tour and pub crawl in one. Uncover the stories left out of 8th-grade social studies while laughing with fellow travelers from around the globe. On this walking pub crawl tour, learn the unknown tales of Boston’s colonial and revolutionary history. Discover how beer played a major role in the founding of the nation, from the landing on Plymouth Rock to the Boston Massacre. Customize your experience by choosing from two different tour options. Pick the happy hour option to enjoy four draft beers of your choice, one at each pub. Go with the dry run tour if you want to buy your drinks as you go.

Boston: Historic Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail

7. Boston: Historic Walking Tour of the Freedom Trail

Learn about the tumultuous 15-year period that culminated in the American Revolution on this small-group walking tour. As you walk through the heart of Boston, you’ll follow the footsteps of colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country. Start your walking tour on Boston Common, where the Freedom Trail originates. From there, you'll begin your walk along the historic Freedom Trail with your guide. Along the way, learn the significance of landmarks such as the Granary Burying Ground, the Old South Meeting House, the Boston Massacre Site, the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, and more. Your walking tour concludes at Copp's Hill Terrace, steps from the Old North Church. This final viewpoint over to Charlestown provides guests with a view of all 16 official landmarks on the Freedom Trail.

Boston Underground Donut Tour

8. Boston Underground Donut Tour

Celebrate the donut in all its glory while discovering downtown Boston on this underground tour. Take in historic sites, drink coffee and apple cider, and sample some of the finest donuts Boston has to offer. Begin your tour in the Financial District at Kane’s Donuts where you’ll sample several of their daily flavors. Take a stroll along the waterfront to Boston’s Public Market to try some delicious donuts and apple cider. Learn about the market's history and check out some of its other vendors. Next, walk through Little Italy, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods and home to the Old North Church. Make a stop at one of the oldest bakeries in the neighborhood and enjoy a uniquely Boston treat. Finish your tour back at the Public Market and the delicious Union Square Donuts.

Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour

9. Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour

Explore the vibrant culinary scene of Boston’s North End, as you walk along a trail dating from the American Revolution. By the time the tour ends, you'll have a full stomach and almost 400 years of history behind you. Make seven stops to taste local favorites on this 3 to 3.5-hour guided small-group food tour. Explore the birthplace of the American Revolution, savoring each bite along the way. Fill your tummy with appetizing dishes, locally roasted nuts, a unique Italian sandwich, pizza, cannoli, and a secret dish.

Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting Tour

10. Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting Tour

Begin your tour by meeting your local guide at Boston's Independence Wharf, where the viewing deck offers spectacular views of the city. Your guide will point out notable landmarks such as Fort Point and the Seaport District, which was once a bustling commercial port and is now a thriving neighborhood. You'll also be able to see the site of the historic Boston Tea Party. Next, head to the Harborwalk, a pathway connecting waterfront neighborhoods to the Boston Harbor. Learn about the history of this iconic harbor and take in the magnificent views. As you walk, pass by Long Wharf and the original port of Boston, which served as the main point of entry for goods into the city for nearly 200 years. Your guide will then take you to some of their favorite seafood restaurants, from waterfront shacks to classic eateries, where you can savor some of Boston's freshest seafood. Sample a delicious lobster roll and a cup of classic New England clam chowder. Depending on the season and availability, you may also have the opportunity to try stuffed scallops, stuffed quahog clams, raw oysters or fried clams. The tour also includes a visit to the historic Quincy Market, a popular food hall, and next door the famous Faneuil Hall, one of Boston's most significant buildings and known as the "Cradle of Liberty" for its role in hosting meetings about abolition, women's suffrage and war. End your tour at the Rose Kennedy Greenway, a public park with beautiful green spaces and restaurants, and conveniently located near transportation links. Your guide will be happy to give you recommendations on the best places to eat, drink and visit if you plan on staying longer in Boston.

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The guide was very funny, super knowledgable and managed to fit a huge amount of information into the tour. We left with a much clearer understanding of the MIT Campus and the amazing things that happen within its walls.

Fantastic tour, Charlie was a Harvard grad and current adjunct history professor and was very passionate and knowledgable about the Revolution and Boston. He painted a great picture that brought you back in time.

So much fun! Guide was the sweetest and gave us awesome facts about the city! Definitely recommend for a fun morning.

Sabrina was awesome! Organized, professionally informative but funny, and overall great experience! Thank you!

A must for any fan, even if a casual fan. The history that oozes out of Fenway is spectacular!