Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC
At a glance
Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC is a 11h – 13h guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Empire Vacations. Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 394 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $130.66 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Wi-Fi on bus only, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus, Professional tour guide.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 11h – 13h
- Group
- Small group, up to 50 travellers
- Languages
- German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
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.
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What's included
What's 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
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
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. -
Stop 2 · 15m
See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.
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Stop 3
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.
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Stop 4 · 20m
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. -
Stop 5 · 30m
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.
Meeting point
6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC take?
The experience lasts about 11h – 13h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $130.66 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Wi-Fi on bus only; Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus; Professional tour guide; Sightseeing in Boston.
Where does it start?
6:30 AM Departure In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal building, 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 394 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
