Raise a pint to the spirits of Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington as you relive almost 400 years of Tavern History in Boston. This informative 3.5-hour Walking Tour also includes a FREE Round-Trip Ferry ride across scenic Boston Harbor! See and Learn the history of FIVE Freedom Trail sites. Includes TWO Historic Tavern visits, enjoying one Drink (beer/wine/soda) and an Appetizer at BOTH Tavern stops. Along the way you’ll explore Boston’s oldest neighborhoods like Charlestown, Blackstone Block, Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market and the North End (Little Italy). Visit some of New England’s most historic landmarks as well as two of Boston's most Historic Taverns. Also look for our popular North End Pizza Tour and Boston Seafood Lovers Tour!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ See 5 Freedom Trail sites
✔ Snacks
✔ Scenic round-trip Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
✔ Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!
✔ Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!
✔ Professional Local guide.
✔ Enjoy TWO drinks (beer, wine or soft drink).
✖ Gratuities
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Departure:
,
Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
North End
All Food & Drink Tours start in the North End. The North End is Boston's oldest neighborhood, first settled in 1630. Today, this area is affectionately known as Little Italy, and is home to some of the City's very best restaurants, pizzerias and bakeries. From here, walk to historic Long Wharf to catch a scenic Ferry Ride across Boston Harbor!
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Charlestown Navy Yard
The Charlestown Navy Yard is home to the USS Constitution, the only "floating site" on Boston's Freedom Trail. Hear the story of how this famous War Ship earned it's nickname - "Old Ironsides".
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Bunker Hill Monument
Bunker Hill is the site of the 1st major battle of the American Revolution. Dr. Joseph Warren died in the waning moments of this historic battle. Hear the story behind that famous military command -
"Don't fire til you see the whites of their eyes!"
4
Warren Tavern
Hoist a beer (or wine, or soda!) under the very same roof as George Washington, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Dr. Joseph Warren - the taverns namesake. This historic tavern was built in 1780!
Duration: 45 minutes
5
Old State House
The Old State House is the oldest standing public building in the Eastern US. The circle of cobblestones in front of this historical landmark commemorate the 1st bloodshed of the American Revolution - the Boston Massacre.
Duration: 15 minutes
6
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
After your return Ferry Ride from Charlestown, explore the Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market area. Faneuil Hall (aka the "Cradle of Liberty") has always been the central marketplace for Boston, and still is today. Hear the story of wealthy merchant, Peter Faneuil, who built this at his own expense in 1742.
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Bell In Hand Tavern
The last tavern stop (includes one drink and snacks) will be at either the Green Dragon aka "Headquarters of the Revolution" or the Bell in Hand aka "America's Oldest Tavern".
Duration: 45 minutes
8
North End
This Fun & Unique walking tour finishes back in Boston's North End for cannoli from a famous North End bakery!
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Includes round-trip Public Ferry across Boston harbor.
• Visits two different Historic Boston Taverns.
• See FIVE Freedom Trail sites.
• Includes TWO Drinks, Tavern Snacks and a cannoli.
