The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Boston, Massachusetts (MA)

Take a break from Boston and head north to explore spooky Salem, Massachusetts! With this private, full-day trip you'll enjoy roundtrip transportation with a private driver who will escort you to and from your hotel or local Boston accommodations. Discover Salem's haunted history, learn about the infamous Witch Trials, and run into a few practicing witches along the way.

Inclusions: Private day trip

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Walking along the picturesque streets of Beacon Hill is an immersion into a 19th-century English-inspired neighborhood that's rich in history and charm.  Learn how to compose amazing pictures of Beacon Hill’s diverse architecture, antique gas lamps lining the brick sidewalks, colorful flowers spilling out of the window boxes, the most photographed street in Boston as well as an exclusive enclave and other surprises hidden in unexpected places.  Fascinating commentary on Beacon Hill's historical sites along the itinerary is also provided throughout the tour.

Inclusions: Professional Tour Guide, Small Group Tour, Fascinating historical commentary, Creative photography tips to capture amazing pictures with your camera or smartphone

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore Boston, Cambridge, Cape Ann, and more! This package covers Boston's iconic Freedom Trail (Old North Church, Faneuil Hall, & more), Harvard University, the Harborwalk, and a scenic waterfront drive around nearby Cape Ann. This is the ultimate "must-do" package for a trip to Boston and New England. This self-guided tour allows you to explore Boston’s historic wonders with maximum flexibility and value. Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Within 30 mins we'll send you a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone, enter the password, and download tours. Head over to the first stop. Launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever! This tour does not include entrance to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.

Inclusions: Freedom Trail Tour (Languages: English, Spanish, Chinese), Harborwalk and Tea Party Tour, Scenic Cape Ann Tour, Harvard Yard Tour, Cape Cod and Provincetown Tour, GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support

Exclusions: Admission to Paid Attractions

Tour like a Local with a Private Guide! Treat yourself to some of the best pizza in Boston on this Private North End History & Pizza Walking Tour through Boston's "Little Italy". See the sights as you walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary Patriots like Paul Revere, Samuel Adams and George Washington. During this fun history walk you’ll see FIVE Freedom Trail sites, plus enjoy THREE different slices from some of Boston’s very best Pizzerias. Pizzerias on tour can rotate from day to day, and may include – a slice named in the “Top 25 Best” in America by a Famous Food Critic, a slice from Boston’s oldest Pizzeria with a brick oven from 1883, a “Secret Underground” spot for grilled flat-bread Pizza, or from a restaurant named one of the “Top 10 Best” Italian Restaurants in the World! Bonus Stop at Modern Pastry to finish with a FREE cannoli! See top Boston sites including Paul Revere House, the Skinny House, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, and Copp's Hill Burying Ground.

Inclusions: Visit campus of Old North Church / Clough house, Enjoy 3 Pizza Tastings from some of "Little Italy's" Top Pizzerias , Professional/Local Guide, See 5 Freedom Trail Sites along your route, including Paul Revere House & USS Constitution, See top historical sites such as Bunker Hill Monument, Skinny House, and USS Constitution, Bottled water, Finish with a cannoli from Modern Pastry!

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover the local side of Boston’s most popular neighborhood, the North End.  Visit Boston’s most revered church and snack your way through the neighborhood, tasting meats, cheeses, fresh bread, pastries, pizza and cappuccino.  Continue along the Freedom Trail and beyond and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history.  From the iconic Boston Harbor,  into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that connects you to the Boston of old and new.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, A variety of food samples such as fresh bread, pizza, and pastries, Entrance fee to the historic church (or equivalent alternative), A surprise local treat

Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide

Go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history.  From the iconic Boston Harbor, to the famous Freedom Trail, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that promises to connect you to the Boston of old and new.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, A surprise local treat

Exclusions: Additional food and drink, Souvenirs, Tips/gratuities for your guide

Discover Boston’s famous sites and hidden treasures on this 2.5 to 3-hour guided bike tour – a perfect way to explore the city! Start at Little Italy in Boston’s North End and pass sites like Copley Square, Fenway Park and the Faneuil Hall marketplace. Cruise through Beacon Hill and admire the diverse neighborhoods as your knowledgeable guide provides insightful commentary on Boston’s unique history. You may also choose to do this tour on an e-bike (select e-bike option at checkout, but note: you must be 16 or older to select the E-bike option).

Inclusions: 2.5-3 Hour Guided Bicycle Tour of Boston, Choice of Hybrid Bike or E-bike , Explore 6 Boston neighborhoods including historic North End "Little Italy" and Back Bay, See top Boston attractions including Fenway Park, Boston Common, and Copley Square, Helmets Provided

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Sip of Boston Tour is the perfect introduction to Boston's impressive and world-renowned craft beverage scene. On this compact, three and a half hour adventure, you will go behind-the-scenes of three of Boston's local craft alcohol producers while enjoying tasty pretzel and cheese snack to soak up all those delicious suds.  

Inclusions: Tastings, as noted, Bottled water, Craft beer Pretzel Snack, Guide, Transportation, For bookings of 4 or more guests a gratuity is included in your ticket price. No need to tip.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guests under 21 years of age

Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise in Boston Harbor which heads out to Fort Independence located on Castle Island and named after George Washington. Then take in views along Boston's waterfront such as the Mystic Tobin Bridge, Leonard Zakim Bridge, Custom House Tower, Old North church steeple, USS Cassin Young, and the USS Constitution.  An extra special feature on this cruise is the cannon fire at Sunset, which is presented off the USS Constitution every night to announce the setting of the sun. Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled meeting time to check-in at the ticket booth, obtain boarding passes and pre-board.

Inclusions: Cruise

Exclusions: Food and drinks (available for purchase by credit card only), Gratuities

Water is no barrier for a duck, why should it be for you? A Boston Duck Tour is a wonderful way to get a great look at Boston on land and water. See all the major landmarks and hear the history of the city as you tour Boston in a renovated World War II amphibious vehicle.

Inclusions: 80-minute Duck Boat Tour of Boston, Narrated tour of Boston with your own personal ConDUCKtor, 20-minute boat ride along the Charles River, Multi-lingual Audio Guides available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese, and Chinese from the Prudential Center and Museum of Science departure locations., See top Boston areas such as Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall, Copley Plaza, and more!

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off