
Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC
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Based on 391 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC worth booking?
Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC is a 11-hour experience in New York, United States, from $139 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 391 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (391)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $139 per person
See the historical sights and famous universities of the Boston area on this full-day trip from New York City. After a scenic drive through Connecticut, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts. See top Boston attractions includi
What you get
About this experience
See the historical sights and famous universities of the Boston area on this full-day trip from New York City. After a scenic drive through Connecticut, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts. See top Boston attractions including Harvard University, Trinity Church and the site of the Boston Tea Party. Follow the red-brick Freedom Trail, which leads to important historical locations. You'll learn all about the rich and colorful history of Boston from your informative and engaging guide. Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.
What's included
Included
- Wi-Fi on bus only
- Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
- Professional tour guide
- Sightseeing in Boston
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Harvard University
Depart New York and trace the Eastern Coast through Connecticut to Massachusetts and its capital, Boston. Our first stop is the city of Cambridge where you'll find one of the most famous and most prestigious universities in the world—Harvard. Our tour starts with a walk in Harvard Yard, the oldest academic ground in America.
60 minutes here
John Harvard Statue
See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.
15 minutes here
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
We continue on a panoramic tour that takes you past City Hall, MIT, and Cambridge College, before crossing over the Charles River and arriving in the center of Boston—considered the intellectual capital of the USA.
Pass by without stopping
Trinity Church In The City Of Boston
Visit Copley Square with its beautiful Trinity Church, and then continue with a walk along the historical Freedom Trail through Boston Common Park. Afterward, break for lunch (own cost) at Quincy Market, perhaps opting to try the city's world-famous clam chowder or a lobster roll.
20 minutes here
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
After lunch, continue to the site of the famous BostonTea Party. In the late afternoon, rejoin your vehicle to your departure southwestward back to New York, where you'll arrive in the evening.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
6:30 AM Departure In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
6:30 AM Departure In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Options you can book
Boston Japanese
Boston French
Boston English
Boston German
Boston Spanish
Boston Italian
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Empire Vacations
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
- Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
- Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
- For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 390 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
390 verified traveler reviews for Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The bus was clean, had...
The bus was clean, had good AC, and chargeable ports. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny. Everyone was so kind. The tour was interesting and the sights were fun to see.
Response from the operator: Hi Stephan, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with us. It’s great to know that our team helped make the day memorable and that you found the tour both engaging and entertaining. We truly appreciate you choosing to explore with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of showing you more amazing places in the future! Warm regards, Giulia Empire vacations
via Viator
Day Trip to Boston
A great experience from start to finish. Visiting Harvard and Quincy Market was the highlight of the trip. The tour guide was knowledgeable and attentive for the duration of the trip. Great trip visiting Boston for the day
via Tripadvisor
Great Tour
Naoko was great, knowledgeable and didn’t rush us. She was professional and kept the group informed of everything going on. She is an excellent tour guide.
via Tripadvisor
Full of History
Visiting all the historic places was so exciting. Sharon, thanks for everything. We absolutely enjoyed the trip!
via Tripadvisor
Tje best daytrip to Boston
Hadrien gave us an amazing tour of Boston. His passion, deep knowledge of the city’s history, and engaging storytelling made every stop much more meaningful and immersive. We visited Harvard, MIT, the Freedom Trail, and Quincy Market. The time spent at each location was perfect, and we also had convenient breaks for the restroom and plenty of time to take photos. Thank you, Hadrien, for such a memorable experience! We highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $139 to $159
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 137
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC cost?
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Prices start at $139 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC take?
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Plan for about 11 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 New York is not rushed.
Is Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 391 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC?
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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 Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC?
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Around 137 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 New York 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 New York and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC 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 New York 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 New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. 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 New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. 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 New York?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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