Self Guided Driving Tour Battle of Lexington and Concord

3.9 (8 reviews) Boston, USA
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Overview

Explore the pivotal sites of the American Revolution on this self-guided driving tour of Lexington and Concord. Follow the historic Battle Road where the first shots of freedom rang out on April 19, 1775. With engaging storytelling, you'll learn about Paul Revere's midnight ride, the brave colonists who stood their ground, and the ambushes that changed history. This tour allows you to set your own pace, stop at iconic sites like the Old North Bridge, and soak in the rich history of America's fight for independence.

- Drive the actual path of the British march and colonial resistance
- Visit significant sites including Lexington Battle Green and Minute Man National Historical Park
- Enjoy flexibility with no schedules, allowing for exploration at your leisure
- Approximately 2–3 hours in duration, depending on your stops and exploration

What's included

  • Self Guided Driving Tour From Lexington to Concord about the battle
  • The tours plays automatically as you drive using GPS
  • Play offline, download before hand
  • Go at your own pace, the tour never expires
  • No admission to museums the tour only stops outside.
  • No human guide this is all guided by our tour app

What to expect

  1. Lexington Green
    10m
    Stand where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired. This historic green marks the moment colonial militia faced British troops, igniting the fight for independence.
  2. 10m
    A key stop to explore exhibits, a large battle mural, and the “Road to Revolution” film. It provides context for the running battle that followed Lexington.
  3. Battle Road Trail
    5m
    Walk portions of the original battle route where colonial militia ambushed British troops from behind trees, walls, and fields during their retreat.
  4. Paul Revere Capture Site
    5m
    Visit the site where Paul Revere was captured during his midnight ride. Despite his arrest, his warning had already spread, helping mobilize the militia.
  5. 5m
    Step into colonial life at this restored tavern and surrounding homes. This area witnessed intense fighting during the British retreat back to Boston.
  6. 5m
    A preserved cluster of colonial homes where families watched the battle unfold from their doorsteps as soldiers marched past twice in one day.
  7. 5m
    A turning point in the battle where colonial forces launched a coordinated attack, beginning the sustained fight that drove British troops back.
  8. Pass by
    Visit the home where Little Women was written and explore a literary landmark tied to America’s cultural history.
  9. Ralph Waldo Emerson House
    Pass by
    See artifacts from the Revolution, including Paul Revere’s lantern, and explore the home of one of America’s greatest thinkers.
  10. 5m
    The historic town center where militia gathered and planned their defense. It also marks the broader legacy of sacrifice from the Revolution through later conflicts.
  11. The Robbins House
    5m
    Learn the story of Caesar Robbins, a formerly enslaved man who served in the war and whose family became part of Concord’s history.
  12. The Old North Bridge
    5m
    Stand where colonial militia fired the “shot heard round the world.” This iconic site marks the true beginning of the American Revolution.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in the parking lot of the Rail Trail Municipal Parking (Lexington Center, where you'll get an introduction, then be guided on a driving tour to Concord.

End point

The tour ends at the old north bridge, where you'll walk out of your car and step in the footsteps of the battle.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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