Top Boston Walking & Biking Tours

From seals and sea lions to sea turtles, seadragons, and stingrays, the New England Aquarium is the place to discover more than 800 different marine animals under one roof — or in one big tank. Check out the four-story Giant Ocean Tank, featuring a brand new coral reef, underwater communications system and hundreds of Caribbean reef animals. Grab an admission ticket and IMAX movie pass and have an unforgettable aquarium adventure.

Discover Boston’s top attractions on this comprehensive 2.5- to 3-hour guided bike tour around the city. See the unique character and charm of each community up close, like the beautiful brownstones in Back Bay and the South End. Visit Boston’s historic North End, also known as Little Italy, and pedal past Copley Square, Fenway Park and Quincy Market. Ride along the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile path that passes by 16 locations significant to the history of the United States. It’s a classic tour and a great overall introduction to Boston.

Combine two attractions Boston has to offer - delicious food and rich history - on this tour that starts in the popular North End and  then continues along the Freedom Trail. Snack your way through this historic Italian neighborhood, trying fresh bread at a hidden bakery and enjoying an Italian salumeria. Once fortified, walk the Freedom Trail to discover the rich history of the American Revolution and experience the modern city Boston is now.

Make history engaging, and save yourselves the trouble of navigating through Boston. Learn the amazing history of the Revolutionary War in an experiential way through a small group 3-hour walking tour of Boston. See the major sights and hidden gems of the city in chronological order and experience the passion and drama of this era in history. Leave with a deep understanding of the twisting road to revolution and the mindset that built America.

Travel back in time through the early years of American history during this 2-hour guided walking tour of Boston’s famous Freedom Trail and its most iconic landmarks. Relive the events of the American Revolution as you pass Faneuil Hall, see the Old and New State Houses and visit the setting of the infamous Boston Massacre. You’ll then head downtown past Boston Common and the modern John Hancock Tower, finishing in Copley Square. A professional guide will join your trip to help add context.

Enjoy some of the best pizza in Boston on this 2-hour walking food tour. Stroll through the city’s oldest neighborhoods, including, appropriately, Little Italy on the North End. Walk along the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile route that leads to 16 historically significant sites, like Paul Revere House, Old North Church and the USS ‘Constitution,’ to name a few. Visit three pizzerias, including Boston’s oldest, Regina Pizzeria. Enjoy a slice at each. It’s a fun and flavorful way to get to know Boston.

Explore Boston on foot with this small group walking tour. See highlights like Boston Harbor, Custom House Tower, Faneuil Hall, and Quincy Market. Learn the true story behind the Boston Massacre, and if you’re lucky, get a glimpse of government in action at the Massachusetts State House. See Beacon Hill, the Freedom Trail, and the lovely Boston Public Garden. Rest your legs and enjoy a beer with your local guide.

Explore elegant neighborhoods, historic streets and American landmarks on a 2-hour Boston walking tour from the Back Bay to Beacon Hill and downtown portions of the Freedom Trail. Learn about Boston’s history and culture as you stroll brownstone-lined avenues and walk the shady paths of the Boston Public Garden. Step into Boston’s Revolutionary history in the churches, cemeteries and battlegrounds of the American struggle for independence.

Real History Right Now! Intimate, 90-minute walking tours of Boston's Freedom Trail, guided by classically trained historians, not actors. Our guides stand behind their tours as entertaining, educational and accurate.Historical Facts, Not FictionWe meticulously research and vet our history to make sure you're walking away with actual facts about the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, Lexington and Concord, etc.The Most Authentic & Accurate Walking Tours of Boston's Historic Freedom Trail, Guaranteed!

Experience the best of Boston’s burgeoning wine scene on this 2-hour wine-tasting tour at some of the Bay Bay's finest restaurants. Learn about the historic area while sipping delicious wine varietals and enjoying tasteful food pairings. An expert guide will advise on what wine to select and what foods to pair each with. Tour numbers are limited to ensure an intimate experience.

Boston's complex role in launching the American Revolution is physically linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail, which is best experienced on foot with a knowledgeable, local tour guide. Our small group walking tours delve deeply into 1760–1775, the tumultuous fifteen years prior to the beginning of the American Revolution, as Bostonians of all backgrounds grappled with the essential question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country.Using a captivating storytelling approach to history, Hub Town Tours has designed two unique tour chapters: chapter 1, "Resistance" (1760–68) and chapter 2, "Rebellion" (1768–75). Each tour chapter is two hours in duration and visits a different segment of the Freedom Trail. Please note, these tour chapters are sold separately.As you visit the numerous historic landmarks surviving from Old Boston up close, your personal guide will share the gripping story of a small colonial town headed toward the brink of war with an empire.

Spend 70 minutes exploring Boston's Freedom Trail on this informative and historic tour complete with a guide. You'll wander cobblestone streets, check out the architecture, and learn about the colorful past of this dynamic destination. Stops include Faneuil Hall, King's Chapel, Boston Common, and more.

Experience an evening of music, art, special effects and comedy with tickets to see the Blue Man Group at Boston’s Charles Playhouse. Choose the performance time that suits you best, and get full view seating for the 105-minute show. Learn why the Blue Man Group’s family-friendly act has captivated audiences around the world, and kick off your night in the heart of Boston’s Theater District, near some of the city’s best restaurants and attractions.

Boston’s red-brick Freedom Trail takes you on a journey through revolutionary history, to sites where patriots protested against British rule and worked to form a new government. This walking tour takes you to famous sites along the trail, including Boston Common, the Old State House, and Park Street Church. While you walk, your guide provides historical background and offers tips for capturing photographs of these historic sites.

Take a leisurely ride through Boston on the on this 2.5-hour cycling tour. Take in the Boston skyline, ride along the banks of the Charles River, and learn about Cambridge and Boston's history through your guide's commentary. Suitable for families with young children, this tour includes use of bike and helmet.

Are you ready to take a trip through downtown Boston’s most haunted hotspots? Our stories of haunted locations and ghosts provide a different viewpoint on some of the real history hidden behind the cities past! Arrive for an after-dark tour to walk among these spirits, hearing their tales of woe, despair, and death…

Explore Boston’s oldest neighborhood — North End, aka Little Italy — on a 90-minute walking tour with a professional photographer as your guide. Focus your camera lens on historic colonial landmarks such as the Paul Revere House and Old North Church. You’ll learn how to take better pictures and hear fascinating commentary along the way. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

Fans of Boston-based TV shows and movies will love this 90-minute walking tour of Boston Common and Beacon Hill. Step inside the bar where ‘Cheers’ was made famous and see more than 30 filming locations for popular flicks such as ‘Good Will Hunting.’ A local actor serves as your guide and entertains with fun facts about Boston highlights.

Follow a friendly professional photographer guide through Beacon Hill and learn how to capture amazing pictures in less than two hours. Enjoy historical commentary as you navigate walkways between key landmarks and head home with incredible images that capture this leisurely adventure.

If you’re not from the Boston area, it can be difficult to know where to go to taste some of the city’s best wine. This North End wine tour is led by a guide who takes you to the historic neighborhood’s elite local restaurants and well-curated wine shops for Italian wine pairings. Learn about the vintages and varietals of Italy in Boston’s Little Italy with a small-group limited to 12 for personalized attention the whole way.

The South End is one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods, filled with Victorian brownstones, bustling restaurants, and a thriving bar scene. On this wine-centric walking tour you can experience some of the area’s best dining and drinking spots, dig into small plates, and learn how to taste, pair, and buy wine. The tour also offers a smooth dining experience, with a reserved table at each location and wait staff standing by to serve pre-selected wines.

Get a taste for Boston’s best pizza and beer on a guided, 2.5-hour pub crawl around the city. Boston taverns are legendary. In fact, our founding fathers planned the American Revolution in one of them, and it’s still open today. Step inside this historic pub and grab a cold one (or two) along with some of Boston’s best pizza. During the tour, you’ll explore some of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, like Beacon Hill, the Blackstone Block, the North End and Charlestown and two taverns.

Immerse yourself in the sights, food, and history of Boston on an all-day cultural tour. The comprehensive itinerary combines three themed tours to give you the ultimate Bostonian experience. Taste Italian pastries, visit the Old State House, and so much more. Transportation by water taxi and subway allows you to traverse the city like a local. Enjoy a game of bowling or billiards free of charge, before a final waterfront view.

Explore Boston in a way that interests you on a private walking tour that can be customized to your preferences. You'll follow a flexible itinerary tailored to include attractions that you want to see, such as Boston Common, Freedom Trail, or Copley Square. If you don't have specific interests, you can leave the itinerary up to your guide. Either way, this is a chance to enjoy Boston's history and charm with a guide all to yourself.