Highlights of Boston: free tour

At the indicated time, we will meet inside the Boston Public Garden, next to the Ether Monument, to begin our walking tour of Boston.

We start in a very special place: the first public garden in the United States, an elegant oasis in the heart of the city. Here we will see how the cultural, social, and architectural movements of 19th-century Boston blend with the urban transformation that shaped iconic neighborhoods like Beacon Hill and, later, Back Bay. Among paths, ponds, and corners full of history, we will understand why Boston is not just visited: it is read like a book.

This tour is a highlights tour of Boston: an enjoyable introduction to the city's most emblematic places, with context, anecdotes, and local recommendations. If you are looking for a more specific and in-depth tour (for example, strictly focused on history, architecture, the American Revolution, gastronomy, or another topic), we invite you to book a private, fully personalized tour.

After exploring the Public Garden, we will delve into Beacon Hill, Boston's most "postcard" neighborhood: narrow streets, lanterns, red brick, and details that seem straight out of a movie. We will see the famous Acorn Street, one of the most photographed streets in the city, and talk about how this neighborhood went from being a symbol of prestige to becoming an icon of Bostonian imagery. Then we will head to Boston Common, the oldest public park in the country. There we will see the plaque of Boston's founding and walk through the Common until we reach the "The Embrace" monument, where we will take a short break to use the restroom or buy a drink.

Next, we will start following the Freedom Trail, the red line that connects the city's major chapters. We will see in the distance the golden dome of the Massachusetts State House and pass by Park Street, next to one of Boston's oldest subway stations. We will also learn about the history of the Boston Latin School, the oldest public school in the United States, and pass by the legendary Omni Parker House Hotel, full of stories (and illustrious guests). We will continue to the historic center to see key exteriors like the Old South Meeting House and the Old State House, and understand how Boston became a decisive stage in American history.

Finally, we will end at Faneuil Hall, next to Quincy Market and the Boston Public Market, an ideal area for our guests to eat and shop, with a wide variety of options and prices. Additionally, it is very close to the city's waterfront area, perfect for continuing the afternoon strolling along the Greenway and the waterfront.