Self-Guided Freedom Trail Walking Tour in Boston

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

A comprehensive self-guided walk through Boston’s historic sites, from Boston Common to Charlestown, covering key landmarks and stories of the American Revolution.

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   Hear about the dome and statue across the street from the starting point.

2. Stop 2

   Begin at Boston Common and learn about its significance as the oldest public park in the U.S.

   3 minutes

3. Stop 3

   Walk along the Freedom Trail from Boston Common, through historic Boston, the North End, over the bridge to Charlestown, ending at Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution. The trail is a must-do in Boston.

   2 hours

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   Visit Sam Adams’ grave and learn about the heroes buried there.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Learn about the historic bell and its story.

6. Stop 6 Pass by

   See the school Benjamin Franklin attended and hear about other revolutionary figures.

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Pass by notable sites and hear their stories.

8. Stop 8 Pass by

   Visit the site of the Boston Massacre and learn what happened there.

9. Stop 9 Pass by

   Discover the origins of liberty and the story of Sam Adams’ efforts and failures.

10. Stop 10 Pass by

    See the Union Oyster House, America’s oldest continuously operating restaurant, and learn about JFK’s favorite table.

11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Walk past Haymarket into the North End.

12. Stop 12 Pass by

    Learn about the Boston Tea Party’s origins.

13. Stop 13 Pass by

    See Paul Revere’s House and hear about his midnight ride.

14. Stop 14 Pass by

    Hear stories of Irish immigrants and the Revere family in the North End.

15. Stop 15 Pass by

    Learn about the Prado, the Paul Revere statue, and its history.

16. Stop 16 Pass by

    Visit the graveyard and hear about its residents, including the Spite House.

17. Stop 17 Pass by

    Hear the story of the Heist of the Century.

18. Stop 18 Pass by

    Visit Old North Church, learn about Paul Revere’s midnight ride, and see the crypt and courtyard.

19. Stop 19 Pass by

    Explore the historic training site and enjoy the park grounds.

20. Stop 20 Pass by

    Climb Bunker Hill, learn about the battle, and immerse yourself in the experience.

21. Stop 21 Pass by

    Walk from the USS Constitution through Charlestown, hearing its history, ending at the ship itself.

22. Stop 22 Pass by

    See the ruins of the 3 Cranes Tavern and learn about the buildup to the Battle of Bunker Hill.

23. Stop 23 Pass by

    Pause outside a classic Italian shop and hear its immigrant story, with the option to go inside if open.

24. Stop 24

    Visit the site of the Boston Massacre and hear the detailed story of the event.

    5 minutes

25. Stop 25 Pass by

    Pass by the Green Dragon Tavern, a famous revolutionary war tavern.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the Boston Common Visitors Center to start your self-guided tour.

All visitors will use the WalknTours app to take the tour. When you arrive at the Boston Common Visitors Center, open the app, log in or register, select the 'Freedom Trail Experience Part 1' tour, click purchase, and enter your experience code to unlock the tour.

Cancellation & confirmation