Guide Note
Boston offers many different types of tours, from walking and bike to boat and bus tours, there is something for everyone.
Fast Facts
- Country: United States
- State: Massachusetts
- County: Suffolk
- Mayor: Thomas M. Menino
- City population: 581,616 (2006 est)1
- Founded: 1630
- Currency: U.S. Dollar
- Area code: +617 and +857
- Time zone: EST
Walking Tours
The Freedom Trail Company offers walking tours that show the events leading up to the historic break from Britain and the brave people who shaped our national government. Attractions include Bunker Hill Monument, Paul Revere's House, The Boston Common and many more.
Another fun walking tour is the Boston Movie Tours, they have a 90-minute tour that visits the hot spots that have been made famous in TV shows and movies.
Bus and Boat Tours
Old Town Trolley has been taking visitors on tours of the city for 25 years. Visit dozens of historical sites and structures that have been preserved and maintained.
A Boston Duck Tour is fun for the whole family. Watch the children's faces when they go from the road to water in this amphibious tour bus. Enjoy spending the day on the water and visiting waterfront attractions.
Mahalo Suggests
While planning a trip, please see our Boston Vacation, Boston Hotels and Boston Restaurants.