Private Half-Day Driving Tour of Boston & Cambridge
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Explore Boston and Cambridge comfortably from the seat of a modern, climate-controlled minivan. This private half-day driving tour covers all the city’s major highlights, giving you a comprehensive look at its rich history and vibrant neighborhoods.
During the tour, you'll see iconic sights like the Old North Church, Paul Revere's house, Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, and the Bunker Hill Monument. We’ll also pass by Harvard, MIT, and other historic landmarks, with brief stops for photos and close-up views. Your guide will share stories about Boston’s role in the American Revolution, its religious roots, and its colorful past.
While most of the experience is a scenic drive, you'll have the chance to step out a few times for 5-10 minute visits to key sites. It’s a great way to learn, see, and capture memories without the hassle of walking or navigating on your own.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, giving you plenty of time to see the highlights without feeling rushed.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in strollers or prams, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What’s included in the tour?
Your experience includes a private English-speaking guide, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and fuel surcharge.
Can I customize the stops?
This tour follows a set itinerary, but you can request brief photo stops or close-up visits during the drive.
How do I get picked up?
Pickup is included from your hotel in Boston or Cambridge. You’ll receive a message two days before the tour with your guide’s details and exact pickup time.
Is there a cancellation policy?
Yes. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before are non-refundable.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- English-speaking private guide
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
See the Old North Church, famous for Paul Revere's lantern signal that sparked the American Revolution.
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Stop 2
Visit Paul Revere's house, one of Boston's oldest wooden structures.
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Stop 3
Learn about Boston's deadliest disaster, the Molasses Flood.
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Stop 4
Drive through Boston's "Little Italy" neighborhood and explore its immigrant history.
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Stop 5
View the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned naval warship afloat, nicknamed "The Old Ironsides".
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Stop 6
See the Bunker Hill Monument and learn about the first battle of the American Revolution.
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Stop 7
Drive along the Freedom Trail, passing several historic sites.
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Stop 8
Discover why Faneuil Hall is called the "Cradle of Liberty" during the Revolution.
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Stop 9
Drive past Boston's oldest cemetery and the first Anglican Church in North America.
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Stop 10
See the site where Boston authors published classics like Walden, Little Women, and Civil Disobedience.
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Stop 11
View the historic cemetery where Paul Revere, Sam Adams, and John Hancock are buried.
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Stop 12
Drive past the first public park in America and learn about Boston’s Puritan founders.
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Stop 13
See the Massachusetts State House with its iconic golden dome and hear about the Pine Tree Riots.
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Stop 14
Drive by the famous Cheers Bar.
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Stop 15
Pass the Boston Public Garden, America's first botanical garden.
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Stop 16
Drive through Boston’s elegant Back Bay neighborhood with its cobblestone streets and brownstone houses.
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Stop 17
Capture a photo of the "most photographed street in North America."
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Stop 18
See the Great Dome at MIT and learn about its founding.
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Stop 19
View MIT’s most iconic quirky building.
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Stop 20
Drive past Harvard Yard, the historic heart of America’s oldest university.
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Stop 21
See where Harvard students live.
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Stop 22
Explore Boston’s Back Bay and learn how the city created much of its land.
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Stop 23
Visit the "jewel of the Back Bay," home to Boston’s top educational, religious, and cultural institutions.
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Stop 24
View Boston’s beautiful Copley Library, one of the city’s architectural gems.
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included for all travelers
Pickup is available from over 115 hotels in Boston and Cambridge. Exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking. Please note, pickup is not available at Boston Logan Airport. You will receive a message two days before your tour with your guide’s contact details. The tour vehicle will display a blue Boston Hidden Gems logo on the front doors.
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Pickup is available from 115 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day before
- No refund if canceled less than 24 hours before
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $311.00 per person
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