The Untold History of Boston Walking Tour steps off the beaten path and explores the captivating stories that lie just beyond the Freedom Trail. This small group tour by a lifelong local will take you through the city's lesser-known but equally fascinating sites, where remarkable events have shaped Boston's vibrant history. Get ready to immerse yourself in tales of disaster, transformation, resilience, and deception as we visit these intriguing locations.
Easily find your driver waiting at your Charlottesville departure point
Travel door-to-door to CHO
All taxes and fuel charges are taken care of, so no hidden costs there
Relax in this private vehicle just for your group
What To Expect
Central Burying Ground
A historic graveyard containing graves from the earliest parts of Boston’s history
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Boston Common
Buried under Boston Common is America’s 1st subway. Hear the true story of how it was built and how the subway has shaped Boston’s culture.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Embrace
MLK spent many years in Boston and actually earned his PHD here! Come see the statue Boston put up on the Boston Common to honor Dr. King’s legacy
• Admission Ticket Free
Massachusetts State House
At the State House you will hear the story of State Senate President Billy Bulger and his complicated relationship with the brother and infamous Irish mobster Whitey Bulger.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Old City Hall
Just next door to Old City Hall was the office of a con-man named Charles Ponzi, who launched a “Ponzi scheme” so legendary they named the entire concept after him!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Boston City Hall
Your guide will explain why City Hall is simultaneously hated by citizens of Boston and beloved by architects.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Your guide will explain the history of Faneuil Hall and explain how it has changed over the years
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Quincy Market
Historic marketplace built in 1826 that now serves as a food hall and commercial center
• Admission Ticket Not Included
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
Learn about how the old elevated highway ripped apart the City and how Boston stitched it back together with the Big Dig
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Boston Harborwalk
Hear the story about how Boston expanded it land area and why 1/6th of Boston’s land is artificial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
North End
The North End is a historic Italian neighborhood with some of the best food in Boston
• Admission Ticket Free
Paul Revere Statue
You will hear the TRUE story of Paul Revere’s ride and why his name has become so famous
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Great Molasses Flood Plaque
Hear the full story of how the molasses flood happened and the fallout it caused for Boston
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Small Group size
Guided by a life-long local
Exclude
Food and Drink (but I can offer great recommendations for after your tour)