Boston: Private City Tour of Boston & Cambridge
Bunker Hill, Boston
Our most popular private tour! Explore Boston and Cambridge, try a local snack, see sites on the Freedom Trail, visit Beacon Hill, and see the pristine grounds of Harvard and MIT!
Boston and Cambridge Private Full-Day City Tour
This private full-day tour explores historical sites in Boston and Cambridge, ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Old North Church, Paul Revere's house, and USS Constitution
- Walk through Boston Common, the oldest public park in America
- Drive through MIT campus and learn about its history
- Explore Harvard University’s historic Harvard Yard
- See landmarks like Faneuil Hall, Beacon Hill, Bunker Hill Monument, and Copley Square
Description
This private tour covers the key historical and cultural attractions in Boston and Cambridge.
Begin your day with a classic Italian coffee and cannoli before visiting Paul Revere's House, one of Boston’s oldest wooden structures. Learn about the immigrant history of the North End through local artwork in its square.
Experience the Old North Church by sitting in a historic pew while hearing stories about the early Revolution events. Visit Copp's Hill Burying Ground, Boston's second-oldest cemetery, notable for British troops' bullet holes during the Revolution.
Explore Paul Revere Mall park, featuring the iconic statue of Paul Revere with the Old North Church behind it, and plaques honoring other Revolutionary figures.
Enjoy free time for lunch and shopping, with options including the country’s oldest tavern and restaurant, as well as a food market offering chowder, lobster rolls, doughnuts, coffee, and ice cream.
View the USS Constitution in Charlestown, the world’s oldest wooden ship still in commissioned service. Learn about the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Siege of Boston, focusing on George Washington and Henry Knox's efforts to liberate the city.
Walk through Boston Common and Beacon Hill, then visit the Boston Public Garden, America’s first botanical garden.
Visit Kendall Square in Cambridge, known for innovation, and drive through MIT campus while learning about its motto of “theory and practice.”
Walk through Harvard Yard, exploring the founding history and evolution of America’s first college. Shop for souvenirs at Harvard's three-story co-op store near the Yard.
Take a photo stop at Copley Square, a key historical and cultural site in Boston’s Back Bay. The tour includes drop-off at your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal for groups up to six.
Includes
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Breakfast (Italian coffee and cannoli)
- Bottled water
- Parking fees and fuel surcharge
- Entrance fee to Old North Church
Excludes
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Confirmation is received at booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Accessible via public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and dress according to weather. Morning departures are recommended for cooler temperatures and smaller crowds.