See the historical sights and famous universities of the Boston area on this full-day trip from New York City. After a scenic drive through Connecticut, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts. See top Boston attractions including Harvard University, Trinity Church and the site of the Boston Tea Party. Follow the red-brick Freedom Trail, which leads to important historical locations. You'll learn all about the rich and colorful history of Boston from your informative and engaging guide.
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Options
Boston Italian
Boston French
Boston Spanish
Boston English
Boston German
Boston Japanese
What's included
Wi-Fi on bus only
Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
Professional tour guide
Sightseeing in Boston
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What to expect
Harvard University
1h
Depart New York and trace the Eastern Coast through Connecticut to Massachusetts and its capital, Boston.
Our first stop is the city of Cambridge where you'll find one of the most famous and most prestigious universities in the world—Harvard. Our tour starts with a walk in Harvard Yard, the oldest academic ground in America.
John Harvard Statue
15m
See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Pass by
We continue on a panoramic tour that takes you past City Hall, MIT, and Cambridge College, before crossing over the Charles River and arriving in the center of Boston—considered the intellectual capital of the USA.
Trinity Church In The City Of Boston
20m
Visit Copley Square with its beautiful Trinity Church, and then continue with a walk along the historical Freedom Trail through Boston Common Park.
Afterward, break for lunch (own cost) at Quincy Market, perhaps opting to try the city's world-famous clam chowder or a lobster roll.
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
30m
After lunch, continue to the site of the famous BostonTea Party.
In the late afternoon, rejoin your vehicle to your departure southwestward back to New York, where you'll arrive in the evening.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
End point
6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
