Explore Boston's History with a Self-Guided Audio Tour

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

A comprehensive self-guided walk through Boston’s historic sites, from early colonial landmarks to Revolutionary War sites and beyond.

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   This is a local history fanatic's own, extended version of the Freedom trail.

2. Stop 2 Pass by

   This is a local history fanatic's own, extended version of the Freedom trail.

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   Visit Copp's Holl Burying ground, the Old North Church and Little Italy.

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   In Copp's Hill Burying ground, hear how the site got its name and about the historically significant people who are buried there.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Walk down Hull street and see the "skinny house".

6. Stop 6 Pass by

   As you walk past the Old North Church, hear about Paul Revere's heroic relationship with the establishment.

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Stop by the Paul Revere Mall to hear interesting facts about the site and about the hero himself.

8. Stop 8 Pass by

   Stop past the Paul Revere statue to learn about the sculptor, Cyrus Edwin Dallin, and how Paul Revere alerted the minutemen to English offense.

9. Stop 9 Pass by

   Hear about the oldest house in Boston as you stop by the Paul Revere House.

10. Stop 10 Pass by

    As you walk through the Greenway, learn how the city transformed a highway into a park.

11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Visit the memorial to the Armenian genocide and hear about this often-overlooked tragedy.

12. Stop 12 Pass by

    Enjoy the stalls and street performers at Quincy Market.

13. Stop 13 Pass by

    Continue exploring Quincy Market and the Samuel Adams statue, with stories about the Boston Tea Party.

14. Stop 14 Pass by

    Learn about the Boston Massacre at the Old State House, where it all began.

15. Stop 15 Pass by

    Hear about Irish immigrants arriving in Boston and their stories.

16. Stop 16 Pass by

    Visit the Granary Burying Ground to see the final resting places of three American founding fathers and learn about their lives.

17. Stop 17 Pass by

    Hear the story of the second African American regiment established during the Civil War.

18. Stop 18 Pass by

    Pass by the last remaining water feature in Boston Common.

19. Stop 19 Pass by

    End your tour at the George Washington statue, learning about its creator and significance.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This self-guided audio tour can be started, paused, or restarted at any time, allowing you to explore Boston at your own pace. Detailed instructions for the starting point are available after downloading the app.

Cancellation & confirmation