One Day Boston Tour

  • 9:00AM: Freedom Trail
    10 minutes (0.6 miles) from Boston Common

    Explore the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile-long path that leads to 16 historically significant sites. The sites include the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere's House, and USS Constitution Museum. The red brick trail is easy to follow and provides a unique look at the history of the United States.

  • 11:30AM: Quincy Market
    10 minutes (0.5 mile) from Freedom Trail

    Quincy Market is a food lover's paradise. Located in downtown Boston, it features over 35 food vendors, including restaurants, bakeries, and cafes. Try some of Boston's local specialties here, like clam chowder or lobster rolls.

  • 1:00PM: Faneuil Hall
    5 minutes (0.1 mile) from Quincy Market

    Faneuil Hall is an iconic marketplace and meeting hall in Boston. Its historic atmosphere operates as a great shopping experience for tourists and locals alike. While exploring, catch performances by street performers and musicians. The area is also home to several street-food vendors.

  • 3:30PM: Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
    15 minutes (1.1 miles) from Faneuil Hall

    Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum to learn about the American Revolution and how it all began at the Boston Tea Party. Climb aboard historic ships involved in the event, like the Beaver and the Eleanor, and join in on a procession to throw tea overboard- just as it happened in 1773.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Freedom Trail (2.5 hours, Free)
  • Quincy Market (1.5 hours, $10-$20 for food)
  • Faneuil Hall (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum (1.5 hours, $30 for adults, $18 for children)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $48-$68

Transportation

You can walk to all locations on this itinerary as they are situated in close proximity to one another. If you prefer, rent a bike or use a ridesharing app. Expect to spend around $10 per ride and up to an hour in transit time to and from the airport.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts or taking a stroll along the Charles River Esplanade. For those with less time, skip Faneuil Hall and take a ferry to the Boston Harbor Islands or a visit to the New England Aquarium.

Airports

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is located just 3 miles east of downtown Boston, and it's the largest airport in New England. The airport code is BOS, and it serves both domestic and international flights with various airlines offering direct and connecting flights. Allow at least 30-45 minutes for transit time to and from the airport.

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