Things to do in Massachusetts, United States: The Best Private Tours

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

Enjoy this 90-minute, private tour of Harvard University for you and your guests! The tour is completely customizable to fit your group’s needs. Throughout this tour, your informative guide – a current university student – will offer a unique perspective of college life at the famed institution. As you tour the grounds, be entertained by your guide’s stories and Harvard lore – partly scripted and partly shared from personal experience. Learn about the most famous people that attended Harvard, hear historical anecdotes and get an insider’s view on current college life. After a stop at the Plaza, Winthrop Park and Mt Auburn Street in Harvard Square, complete your tour at the Harvard Cooperative Society (COOP), the University’s official bookstore.

Inclusions: Personal guide for your group, 90 minute private tour of Harvard University

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Secret Boston V.I.P. Tour is the most luxurious bar crawl in Boston. With this private, Self-guided tour you'll enjoy the luxury of your own personal local guide, vehicle, and itinerary! Your guide will bring you through the city in your choice of vehicle. Cruise around Boston as you dictate which stops you'd like to get out at and how much time you'd like to spend at each. Eat and drink in the same Taverns as John Hancock, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington!. Visit local breweries or check out a Speakeasy. Feel free to contact us prior to your Travel Date to make the most of your Tour Time, we will be happy to help you choose destinations based on your personal profile. Start your 3-hour tour with pickup at your hotel or local accommodations, and set out to explore Boston like a V.I.P.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Chauffeur, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, DOES NOT INCLUDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE'S

Are you planning a visit to Boston? Our downtown tourist scavenger hunt will take you from Old City Hall to the New England Aquarium by way of Boston Commons, Massachusetts State House, and Faneuil Hall! You will have to solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination. At each step, you will learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. Boston is the capital of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the largest city in this eastern state of the United States. Its own population is slightly less than 700,000, but its metropolitan area exceeded 4.5 million in 2017.

Inclusions: Scavenger Hunt with 30+ challenges, Historical and architechtural walking tour, Cinematic walking tour, discover 5 film locations around Boston's civic center.

Exclusions: WiFi / Internet access - this scavenger hunt is done on your smartphone and requires a data plan.

See all Boston's most important sights in a four hour, private, guided city tour, in a comfortable luxury vehicle. If you value, time, privacy, comfort and would like to have a good overview of the city of Boston at your own convenience and pace, we are the right choice for you. We will drive by or stop and wait at the sights you are most interested in. Our tour is totally customizable and our priority is to please you, not keep a schedule.

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Tickets to Attractions

Island Time Charters offers Martha's Vineyard Sightseeing cruises which are ideal for those who want to celebrate a special occasion such as bachelorette parties, proposals, first time island visitors or just want to celebrate life. We will pick you up by boat and take you on a sightseeing cruise while you comfortably enjoy breathtaking views sipping on your favorite beverage. There are 3 different routes to choose from giving our guest the opportunity to experience different areas of Martha's Vineyard.

Inclusions: A fully fueled 26' Bennington Pontoon Boat, towels, blankets ​

Exclusions: Guest are encourage to their own snacks and BYO, Can be arranged for an additional charge., 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

Our Boston Walk Through History Tour will take you to the most historic spots in Boston in one day. If you are looking for a bit of delicious food, some great photos, and a ton of American History, then this is the tour for you. The morning will start with meeting with your friendly local guide. From there your tour will begin as you start your day walking through Boston and exploring the most historic landmarks in Boston. ==== Full schedule 9:00 AM- Meet your guide Park Street Station 9:15 AM- Arrive at Boston Common 9:30 AM- Arrive at Massachusetts State House 10:00 AM- Granary Burying Ground 10:20 AM- Mesmerizing Kings Chapel 10:45 AM- Learn about the Old South Meeting House 12:00 PM- Boston Massacre Site 12:15 PM- Lunch! 1:00 PM- Faneuil Hall Marketplace 1:30 PM- Go to Paul Revere's House 1:50 PM- The Old North Church 2:30 PM- Walk along Griffin’s Wharf 3:00 PM- Get dropped off by your guide at the Boston South Station

Inclusions: An Uber ride, English Speaking Tour Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Lunch

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Discover greater Boston's rich history with this private tour through nearby Cambridge, Lexington, and Concord. With a private driver and the luxury of a private vehicle, your group will absorb the area's fascinating history in style!

Inclusions: Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities