App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour
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Is App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour worth booking?
App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour is a 0.8-hour experience in Boston, United States, from $5 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (23)
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- From
- $5 per person
Dig Deeper into Downtown Boston's historical sites between the Boston Common Visitors Center and Blackstone Corner at your own pace and schedule on this location aware, Smart Phone App Audio Walking Tour. What makes th
What you get
About this experience
Dig Deeper into Downtown Boston's historical sites between the Boston Common Visitors Center and Blackstone Corner at your own pace and schedule on this location aware, Smart Phone App Audio Walking Tour. What makes this tour special? -The revolutionary narrators are fantastic. And the sound editing will make you forget it's technology that's guiding you. - It's guided by your virtual tour guide -This is not a fact dumping tour. It's a freedom trail adventure. -Go anytime at your own pace. -Tour Never Expires. Listen later. -1 purchase works on 2 phones Simply go to the Boston Common Visitors Center, press play and put your phone in your pocket. From there you are guided turn by turn along the revolutionary streets of Boston along the freedom trial. Listen on headphones, bluetooth speakers or your phone. This is our in depth Downtown Boston tour.
What's included
Included
- Upon completion your virtual tour will unlock, listen anytime and experience in 360° photos
- Location Aware (GPS guided) tour on app
Not included
- This is on your smart phone, NO in person human guide, no entrance into buildings, it's all outside
What you'll see and do
Freedom Trail
This tour takes you along the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common, through old Boston, the North End, over the bridge to Charlestown, to Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution. The Freedom Trail is the premier thing to do in Boston.
45 minutes here
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial
Learn the history of the 54th and how they changed America as the 2nd black regiment that fought in the civil war.
3 minutes here
Massachusetts State House
Learn about it's golden dome, what's on top and its history.
Pass by without stopping
Park Street Church
Learn about its explosive past and see where they stored the gun powder in the war of 1812
Pass by without stopping
King's Chapel
Learn about it's steeple, bell and historic past.
Pass by without stopping
The oldest continually run hotel in the USA.
Pass by without stopping
Old City Hall
See the old city hall and the location of the first school in the US, Boston Latin.
Pass by without stopping
Old South Meeting House
Hear the story about how the Boston Tea Party began.
Pass by without stopping
Granary Burying Ground
Enter the Granary Burying ground voiced by the voice of the grounds keeper Willie. Hear the tales of Paul Revere, John Hancock, Sam Adams and many more on your interactive experience. It's only open 9 to 5, check times.
13 minutes here
Boston Massacre Site
Stop at the Boston Massacre site and relive the events of that day on a 3 minute sound experience
3 minutes here
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
We will visit the Cradle of Liberty and see one of the most visited sites in the USA, Faneuil Hall.
Pass by without stopping
We will hear the story of where JFK and his family often dined, the oldest continually run restaurant in the USA.
Pass by without stopping
Stop that the Green Dragon, the headquarters of the revolution, and hear the story of it's revolutionary history.
2 minutes here
Old State House
See the old State house, the historic site of many events.
Pass by without stopping
Haymarket
We will end at the Haymarket, if it's Friday or Saturday, the Haymarket will be in full swing. Just across the street is the North End. The spot where our next tour continues.
1 minutes here
New England Holocaust Memorial
The tour will take a walk into the New England Holocaust Memorial and learn a deeper story of the Holocaust. You'll hear about what the numbers mean on the glass, the fire glowing below, and the history and story of the Holocaust and it's camps.
5 minutes here
JFK's residence! This was the spot JFK lived, we will stop outside the door and learn the story of JFK in Boston.
3 minutes here
The tour will go into water street and see the site where they first spring was in Boston that allowed the first settlers to thrive!
3 minutes here
You'll see one of the oldest, and coolest, book shops in Boston hidden down a small, very local alley.
3 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Boston
The tour starts near the front door of the Boston Common Visitors Center, standing on the red brick trail.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the Haymarket, in historic Blackstone corner, just past the Greed Dragon Tavern (also known as the Headquarters of the revolution)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting history and easy to follow
Tour was interesting and easy to follow. I normally take tours with human guides but we wanted flexibility on timing so tried this self guided tour. Boston is such an interesting city filled with cool history. Highly Recommend
via Tripadvisor
Austin was very...
Austin was very informative and knew his facts about all the history locations we visited. Enjoyed it very much.
via Viator
Great option for someone who wants the flexibility in the cold weather.
We did a tour in Salem and a ghost tour in Boston on our last day we wanted to do a tour nd have the flexibility to start and stop with a break for lunch in case the weather was bad and it was too cold. This was perfect. We enjoyed walking the city at our own pace and listening to the tour. Very informative and fun.
via Viator
On your own walking tour!
Didn’t want to do the hop in and off trolley and didn’t want to do a big group tour of area. This was nice could pause when wanted and picked up when I was ready to start up again. Informative walking tour. Had a little trouble getting started but called help number and within minutes I was all set.
via Viator
Good way to walk the city and get insights at your own pace
Great way to see the city at your own pace. We did do the freedom trail tour Boston and the did the subscription to do other cities, too. Good investment - good tours. What is missing is an approximation of the duration of the tour - mentioned for some, not for others. That would help choosing....
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Boston.
How much does App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Boston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Boston is not rushed.
Is App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Boston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Boston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Boston and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does App-Guided "Historic Boston Downtown Freedom Trail" Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Boston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Boston?
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Boston is compact enough that a good walking guide beats any bus. Freedom Trail walks, harbour cruises, Fenway tours and whale-watch runs out to Stellwagen Bank are the core, plus Salem and Cape Cod as day trips. Outty Ranking weights guide storytelling and group size heavily, because on the Freedom Trail the narration is the entire product. On Outty we rank every Boston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour, Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour, Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Boston?
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May to October. Whale watching runs roughly April through October only. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Boston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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