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LanguagesPortuguese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
In this immersive 4-hour experience, we will discover the best of Both Worlds: Historic Boston and Harvard University.
While we explore the legendary Freedom Trail, we will also dive into the hidden gems and prestigious academic life that make this region so captivating.
Your journey begins at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, where we step back in time to the dawn of the American Revolution. We will visit iconic landmarks including the Old State House, Old South Meeting House, and King’s Chapel.
However, we are not staying only in the past. We will also wander through the gas-lit streets of Beacon Hill, home to some of the most beautiful architecture and prestigious history in the United States.
This tour is great for history lovers, first time visitors, Travelers who are looking for the most "Instagrammable" spots in the city , Cultural Explorers, multi generational families.
Join me to make this day a very special highlight of your travels.
What's included
Tour guide in Portuguese or English
Bottled water
Subway Fare
What to expect
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
30m
Our journey begins at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, where we step back in time to the dawn of the American Revolution.
Old State House
10m
We will visit the Old State House, the oldest surviving public building in Boston . Directly in front, we stand at the Boston Massacre Site, the solemn circle of cobblestones
Old South Meeting House
10m
We will stand at the Old South Meeting House, the very place where the legendary stories of the Boston Tea Party began.
we pause at the Irish Famine Memorial. Here, we honor the resilient spirit of the immigrants who arrived in the 1840s, forever transforming Boston into the vibrant, culturally rich city it is today.
Old City Hall
10m
we’ll also visit the stunning architecture of Old City Hall, admiring its famous sculptures and the statue of Benjamin Franklin, which marks the site of the first public school in America.
King's Chapel
10m
We will pass by the majestic King’s Chapel, the city's first Anglican church.
King's Chapel Burying Ground
Pass by
King’s Chapel Burying Ground is the oldest cemetery in the city.
Granary Burying Ground
10m
Granary Burying Ground is the final resting place of patriots like Paul Revere and John Hancock.
Park Street Church
Pass by
Park Street Church, famous for its stunning 217-foot steeple and its role as a powerful voice for social justice throughout history.
Massachusetts State House
10m
Massachusetts State House its iconic golden dome serves as a literal "crown" for the tour, especially as you transition from the historic Freedom Trail into the elite neighborhood of Beacon Hill.
Acorn Street
25m
We will wander its gas-lit streets to reach the famous Acorn Street—a stunning, narrow lane of original cobblestones and Federal-style rowhouses that perfectly captures the "Old Money" prestige of Boston.
Boston Common
10m
Boston Common is the oldest public park in the United States, it provides the "green heart" of the city and serves as the bridge between the historical sites of the Freedom Trail and the elegance of Beacon Hill.
MBTA Aquarium Station
Pass by
We will actually board the train at Park Street Station—the oldest subway station in the United States—conveniently located right on the Boston Common.
In just about 15 minutes, we arrive at Harvard Station. Emerging from the station, you are immediately immersed in the vibrant energy of Harvard Square. From the legendary Johnston Gate to the historic brick walls of Harvard Yard, the transition from Boston's revolutionary history to the prestige of the world's most famous university.
A one-way trip is $2.40 each way. You can easily pay by tapping your credit card or phone (Apple Pay/Google Pay) directly at the fare gates. The fare is not included in the tour price.
Harvard University
1h 30m
In just about 15 minutes, we arrive at Harvard Station. Emerging from the station, you are immediately immersed in the vibrant energy of Harvard Square. From the legendary Johnston Gate to the historic brick walls of Harvard Yard, the transition from Boston's revolutionary history to the prestige of the world's most famous university . After the tour I could give some tips to buy souvenirs or a restaurant
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Guide will meet in front of Sephora, from there guide will start the tour towards Quincy Market
End point
Tour will end at Harvard University. Guide could advise where to go to buy souvenirs or a restaurant if the group would like to.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
