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Best Boston Tours: 15 Worth Booking

57 tours  ·  from $18

Think of this as the shortlist you would text a friend the week before they fly: 15 boston tours, what each costs, and the one thing to know before you commit.

Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River - Rolling past Boston Common and the Public Garden
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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

1.Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,378 reviews · from $59Our pick

Ride a restored World War II amphibious duck boat through Boston with a lively ConDUCKtor, then spend about 20 minutes on the Charles River. You will pass Boston Common, Quincy Market, TD Garden, Copley Square, the State House, and Bunker Hill. Choose departures from the Museum of Science, New England Aquarium, or Prudential Center.

“Fast, fun and lots of interesting facts! There is so much history in Boston and you get a bunch of it in an hour and a half! Definitely worth it!!”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - Boston Common sets the scene
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

2.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

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

Follow Boston’s 2.5-mile Freedom Trail from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace in a group of no more than 16. Guides such as Jon, Maura, Mark, and Alejandro explain the years leading to the Revolution, answer questions, and add stories at landmarks including Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere’s house, and the Boston Massacre site.

“Jon was very knowledgeable and excited about his subject. It was clear that he had a love for his job, which made it an enjoyable experience.”

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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops - Stops 4 to 6: North Station, downtown, and Cheers
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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

3.Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,576 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

Ride Boston’s orange and green Old Town Trolleys past the North End, USS Constitution, Boston Common, Fenway-area stops, Copley Square, and more. Live conductors narrate the route, while one or two day passes let you get off and explore. Expect heated trolleys in winter, weather protection, and possible bus changes between loops.

“Our driver / guide sounded like a robot who’s batteries were running out.. wasn’t really interested in anything other than tips”

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Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise - Why Stellwagen Bank is worth the long ride
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Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

4.City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,710 reviews · 3h 30m · from $85

Cruise from Boston’s Long Wharf to Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary aboard a comfortable high-speed boat. New England Aquarium naturalists explain humpback, fin, and minke whales, plus dolphins and other wildlife. You get outdoor decks, large-window indoor seating, snacks for purchase, and about 3.5 to 4 hours on the water.

“We were very lucky to have a fine day for this activity and although I do suffer from motion sickness I felt absolutely fine for the whole trip. We were given an interesting dialogue on the way out to the whale watching area and it was wonderful to manage to see three magnificent whales.”

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Boston Duck Tour: The Original and World-Famous - Starting points at the Museum of Science or Prudential Center
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Boston Duck Tour: The Original and World-Famous

5.Boston Duck Tour: The Original and World-Famous

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,935 reviews · from $60

Ride a WWII-style amphibious Duck from the Museum of Science or Prudential Center, with an English-speaking ConDUCKtor® guiding you past Boston Common, Quincy Market, Copley Square, and more before splashing into the Charles River. Guides such as Flo, Ben, and Robin the Riveter mix local facts with jokes. Multilingual audio is available through your phone.

“I enjoyed the guide, Matt. Quite a witty fellow! The day was sunny and perfect for a tour. We had great views and the whole experience was great. Nothing to suggest.”

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Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour - Meeting in Harvard Square
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Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

6.Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,931 reviews · 1h 10m · from $22

Walk through Harvard Yard with a current student guide, seeing Johnston Gate, the John Harvard Statue, Memorial Hall, and Widener Library. In 70 minutes, you’ll hear campus stories, famous Harvard connections, and practical details about student life. The route is under a mile, wheelchair accessible, and begins in Harvard Square.

“The tour was really informative and gave a unique perspective into Harvard. Our guide Johnathon made the experience! Would highly recommend to anyone.”

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Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour - Harvard Square: your first look at university life
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Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

7.Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,632 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Walk Harvard Square and Yard with a current Harvard student, hearing campus stories, traditions, and practical insights. The 70-minute route covers less than a mile and passes the John Harvard Statue, Fogg Art Museum, Science Center, and Memorial Hall. Guides such as Jonathan, Natalie, Lorenzo, and Maria bring different personal perspectives. The tour ends at the student-run Harvard Shop.

“I love the fact our guide was a current Harvard student . she knew history , places and an excellent sense of humor. Highly recommended .”

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Boston Fenway Park: Guided Ballpark Tour with Options - Meeting at Gate D on Jersey Street
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Boston Fenway Park: Guided Ballpark Tour with Options

8.Boston Fenway Park: Guided Ballpark Tour with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,606 reviews · from $20Best value

Choose a 15-minute overview, public or private one-hour tour, or pre-game access three hours before first pitch. Your guide takes you through Fenway Park highlights such as the Green Monster, Pesky’s Pole, Roof Deck, press box, historic seats, and Red Sox memorabilia. The pre-game option may include the field and batting-practice access, subject to availability.

“Very interesting tour of the most infamous ballpark - tour guide was very informative and was clearly very passionate about his job. It was a great tour and definitely worth booking onto.”

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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat - What the naturalist adds to the trip
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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

9.City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,115 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

From Boston’s Long Wharf, you’ll ride a high-speed catamaran to Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, guided by a New England Aquarium naturalist. Expect about 3.5 hours on the water, with chances to see humpback, fin, and minke whales, dolphins, and seabirds. A cabin, restrooms, and snack bar are onboard.

“The scientists and crew were very passionate about the animals, and that came through during the tour. They were very knowledgeable with an injection of humor, albeit a little bit on the corny side, but enough to make one smile. We had the privilege of seeing a pair of humpbacks during our time in the feeding grounds and witnessed a fluke. They are truly remarkable animals.”

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Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark - Red Sox legends and eight championship seasons
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Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America’s Most Beloved Ballpark

10.Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America’s Most Beloved Ballpark

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,013 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $45

Spend about an hour inside Fenway Park with a professional guide such as Steve, Matt, Jack, or Mary Ella. See the Green Monster, Pesky’s Pole, roof deck, press areas, and Living Museum, with access to rare Red Sox artifacts. Spanish and Japanese tours can be arranged in advance.

“Totally worth time and cost. We learned about the sox, Boston, Baseball and Fenway. We sat on the green monster and wanted to sit there the next day to watch a game but my husband is a “don’t change the schedule guy”. If I had to criticize I would want more Boston accents! I live in the south and that accent just makes me happy hearing that familiarity is soothing.”

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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston - Stops 2 and 3: The North End, Old North Church, and the Molasses Flood
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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

11.1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,849 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $48

See Boston’s main sights from an open-route trolley with a live guide or recorded narration. Stop at Quincy Market, the North End, USS Constitution, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, and the Tea Party Museum. Choose a one or two-day pass, then use nine included GPS walking tours to explore on foot.

“There’s quite a bit of walking if you want to see all the sites. Some drivers were great (funny & super informative) & others not very friendly or helpful.”

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Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide - Granary Burying Ground is the tour’s longest stop
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Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

12.Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

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

Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail with a costumed guide playing figures such as Ben, Katherine, Neil, or Mother Goose. The route links Boston Common, the State House, Granary Burying Ground, Old South Meeting House, Old State House, and the North End. Expect about two hours of outdoor walking, lively stories, and several photo stops.

“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 Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission - Meeting the Sons and Daughters of Liberty
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Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

13.Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

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

Join costumed guides at the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum for a one-hour trip through the events of 1773. Board the replica ships Eleanor and Beaver, toss tea into the harbor, watch the film Let It Begin Here, and see the Robinson Tea Chest. The experience is lively, family-friendly, and partly outdoors.

“It was wonderful! For kids and adults alike! Throwing in the tea, meeting the characters, it was great,”

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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour - Copp’s Hill and the North End
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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

14.Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,413 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Ride Boston’s Trolley of the Doomed with a costumed 17th-century grave digger, then walk through Copp’s Hill and Granary burial grounds. Hear stories tied to Cotton Mather, the Boston Strangler, the Salem Witch Trials, and Revolutionary Boston. Guides such as Petunia, Mercy, and Dr. Atticus Nobody bring the two-hour, PG-13 outing to life.

“Wear your walking shoes. Dress warm if you travel in the fall or winter. Tour guides very knowledgeable”

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The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour - Starting at City Hall Plaza and Boston’s modern center
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The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

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

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

Spend about 3 to 3.5 hours walking Boston with guides such as Tyler, Mike, Chris, and Tom. Follow the Revolution in the order it unfolded, from Puritan Boston and the Sons of Liberty to the North End and Boston Harbor. Expect a small group of up to 15, visual aids, plenty of history, and a lot of pavement.

“Tyler was the best…. Super informative and really engaging. This was my family’s first Boston excursion and really set the tone for a wonderful week!!”

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