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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Overview
Journey through Boston’s rock ‘n’ roll past with a local musician. See where iconic artists like Pixies, Joan Baez, and the Cars lived, recorded and performed. Dig for vinyl at a local record store, explore Harvard Square’s folk roots, and end with a pint at an Irish pub.
What's included
Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Boston Common
10m
America’s oldest park and setting for numerous performances including the pioneering concert series affectionally known as “Summer Thing”.
Wang Theater
Pass by
The Theatre District is home to many still active venues built during the early 20th century including the Wang Theatre which is home to the recently established Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame.
South End
5m
Picturesque neighborhood in Boston lined by Victorian era row houses and boutiques. Home to the original location of house of worship-turned psychedelic music venue that featured the most impactful acts of its day including Led Zeppelin, the Who, Van Morrison, and the Velvet Underground.
10m
Neighborhood stacked in history and location of numerous venues including George Wein's Storyville Jazz Club where legends such as Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck, Billy Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, and Errol Garner played
Newbury Street
Pass by
Bustling Back Bay commercial stretch flanked by 19th century brownstones. Original home of Newbury Comics, WBCN, Berklee College of Music, and Intermedia Studios/Synchro Sound where Aerosmith, Cars and many others recorded.
Kenmore Square
Pass by
Nexus of Boston’s underground and punk scene in the latter part of the 20th century. Location of the Rat where numerous bands emerged out of in the 70s and 80s. Venue where Pixies first shared the same bill as the Throwing Muses.
Central Square
15m
Vibrant Cambridge hub for musicians featuring an array of venues including The Middle East, a key stepping stone for many post punk and alternative bands in the 80/90s including Morphine, Dinosaur Jr. Buffalo Tom, Throwing Muses, Come, Julianna Hatfield, and the Mighty Mighty Bosstones.
Harvard Square
Pass by
Center of Folk Revival in New England and home to several venues including the Sinclair and legendary Club Passim where artists from Joan Baez to Tracy Chapman got their start.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please look for the guide holding a boom box and black bag branded with Soundscape Tours.
End point
McCarthy's & Toad is an Irish pub and venue steps from the Porter Square subway (T) top on the Red Line.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
