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Step back in time to where America began. Boston is more than just a fun city; it is the cradle of American liberty. From the legendary ride of Paul Revere to the tension of the Boston Massacre, our Boston 101 Essential Historical Walking Tour brings the 17th and 18th centuries to life. Led by certified historians, this 90-minute guided experience is the perfect introduction for first-time visitors and history buffs alike. You'll see Boston Common, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Grounds, King's Chapel, Boston Massacre site, old jail location and Faneuil Hall. You will hear about the Battle of Bunker Hill, the siege of Boston and how Henry Knox forced the British out of Boston.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Boston Common Tablet (aka Blackstone Tablet) at the corner of Park and Tremont Streets. The guide is wearing a Black and Yellow Tri-Corner hat and will be holding a sign with the tour name.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Granary Burying Ground

You will enter this cemetery that was established in 1660 and will see the headstones of Paul Revere, Same Adams, John Hancock, and the parents of Benjamin Franklin. The graves of the men killed in the Boston Massacre are also there.

Duration: 15 mins

2. King's Chapel

King's Chapel was established in 1686 and was the first Anglican congregation in the greater Boston area. We do not go inside, but you will marvel at the structure. The chapel gives tours that involve seeing the crypts below the main room as well as the bell in the steeple.

3. King's Chapel Burying Ground

The King's Chapel Burying Ground was established in 1630 that is the same year that Boston was founded. Many notable people are buried there like John Win throp, Massachusetts' first governor who served 12 terms. Also, Mary Chilton, believed to be the first woman to step off the Mayflower, is there too. In addition, we will discuss William Dawes who also made a famous ride warning colonists that the British were here.

Duration: 15 mins

4. Government Center

During the American Revolution, the British encamped on this site and occupied a church that sits where Boston City Hall is located now. There are lot of great history at this location including the site of the laboratory of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone.

Duration: 5 mins

5. Boston Massacre Site

The Boston Massacre is arguably the starting point of tensions between the colonists and the monarchy. Five colonists were killed and six were injured when a handful of British soldiers fired into the crowd. You'll stand in the spot where it happened and learn how it led to the American Revolution.

Duration: 15 mins

6. Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Peter Faneuil was the owner of the building and offered it as a public meeting place where colonists discussed revolution and other topics. You'll hear the story of the Battle of Bunker Hill -- one of the bloodiest battles of the war. And you'll also hear about Evacuation Day in 1776 and Boston's role in the War of 1812.

Duration: 15 mins

7. Boston Common

Your walking tour starts here. You will learn about William Blackstone, the first European settler living here, who sold the land to John Winthrop in 1630. You'll hear stories of witches who were hanged here as well as other criminals. The British encamped here during the occupation of Boston.

Duration: 15 mins

8. Court Square

Stop in Court Square and see where the Boston Gaol (jail) was located during the 1600s. Prisoners included Quakers, "witches," pirates, murderers, rebels, debtors, and newspaper editors. Famous prisoners included Captain Kidd and witches from the 1692 Salem Witchcraft Trials.

Duration: 10 mins

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Salem Historical Tours, LLC

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Overview

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

Itinerary

1. Granary Burying Ground

2. King's Chapel

3. King's Chapel Burying Ground

4. Government Center

5. Boston Massacre Site

6. Faneuil Hall Marketplace

7. Boston Common

8. Court Square

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