BOSTON TOURS & TRAILS

Fun if by land, fun if by sea. Visitors will enjoy both with Boston’s many diverse and historic tours and trails! Trolley Tours, Duck Tours, Foodie Tours, Beer Tours, Bike Tours, Harbor Cruises, and of course the Freedom Trail.

Boston’s rich history of immigration and multiculturalism is celebrated along the Black Heritage Trail, Irish Heritage Trail, Native American Trail, and the Boston Equality Trail. Discover it all – your journey through Boston begins here!

Person giving a tour of the Innovation Trail

Walking Trails

Retrace the steps of Boston's first Gay Pride March, uncover the stories of a thriving colonial-era black community, walk in the footsteps of Irish immigrants, or discover Boston's innovative spirit. Check out Boston's top walking tours.

Boston by Boat

Embark on a dinner cruise in the harbor, celebrate on a party boat, enjoy a pedal-powered Swan Boat ride in the Public Garden, or leisurely kayak the Charles for serene views of the city. Find out how to experience Boston by boat.

Top Walking Trails

The Freedom Trail

Explore Boston's role in the American Revolution and beyond on the Freedom Trail.

Innovation Trail

Find out why Boston might just be the world's most innovative city on the Innovation Trail.

4 people looking at a sign that reads "Museum of African American History; African Meeting House."

Black Heritage Trail

Uncover a thriving Black community formed during the nation's earliest years in Beacon Hill.

Women's Heritage Trail

Hear the remarkable stories of women whose lives and achievements have enriched Boston.

Equality Trail

Follow the path of the first official Gay Pride March in Boston was held on Saturday, June 26, 1971.

Irish Heritage Trail

Walk in the footsteps of Irish immigrants and their descendants along Boston’s Irish Heritage Trail.

George Washington Statue in the Public Garden

Path of Presidents

Delve into Boston's unparalleled catalog of presidential history on the Path of Presidents trail.

Depictions of Native Americans on a coin, as a statue, and in an image in a museum

Native American Trail

Unearth the memorials, monuments, and landmarks dedicated to Boston's Native American history.

Guided Tours

Eat your way through a Boston foodie tour, take a whale-watching cruise aboard a high-speed catamaran, or unmask Boston's most sinister characters on a Ghost and Gravestones tour. Find the perfect guided tour with the categories below.

Walking Tours

Charles Riverboat cruise in front of Custom House Tower

Cruises & Boat Tours

Trolley Tours

Bus Tour

Boston Duck Tour

Get the best introDUCKtion to Boston as you cruise by the places that make us the city of firsts.

Fenway Park Tours

Explore the hallowed walls and legendary moments of America's Most Beloved Ballpark.

Freedom Trail Tours

Discover Boston's role in the American Revolution and beyond on a guided tour of the Freedom Trail.

Whale Watching Cruise

Set sail on a whale-watching adventure to get up close and personal with large whales.

Old Town Trolley Tour

Experience over 100 points of interest during Boston's famous hop on hop off sightseeing tour.

Tour of Harvard

Learn about 4 centuries of Harvard history during Trademark Tours' flagship Hahvahd Tour.

Full Duck Tour vehicle as it drives into the water

Multilingual Tours

Boston welcomes visitors from all over the world. See our multilingual tour operators.

Get Inspired

Take a self-guided tour of Harvard Square, earn your "Liberty" Junior Park Ranger badge on the Freedom Trail, board a sunset cruise on the Harbor, or splash into the Charles on a Duck Tour - here's how to have a uniquely Boston experience.