One Day Northeast City Tour: Boston Tea Party, Providence, Hartford, and New Haven

Day 1: Northeast City Highlights

Boston, MA; Providence, RI; Hartford, CT; New Haven, CT on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Flour Bakery, Boston

Start your morning with delicious pastries and top-notch coffee at Flour Bakery, a favorite local spot known for its artisanal baked treats.
USD15, 0h45m

8:30am

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Experience interactive exhibits and live reenactments telling the story of the Boston Tea Party. Open 9am-6pm, arrive early for a captivating historical immersion.
USD30, 1h15m

9:45am

Visit Massachusetts State House

Admire the iconic golden dome and tour the historic Massachusetts State House, an important symbol in American history. Open 9am-5pm.
USD0, 0h45m

10:30am

Walk Faneuil Marketplace and Quincy Market

Stroll through the lively Faneuil Marketplace and Quincy Market, renowned for shops, street performances, and food vendors.
USD0, 1h0m

11:30am

Freedom Trail Walk, Boston

Explore key historic sites along the Freedom Trail such as Paul Revere's House and Boston Common. Open all day for self-guided tours.
USD0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Drive to Providence, RI

Depart Boston and drive approximately 1 hour to Providence, Rhode Island.
USD0, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at North, Providence

Savor elevated New American cuisine with a focus on seasonal ingredients at North, a favorite Providence dining spot.
USD30, 1h0m

2:45pm

Stroll WaterPlace Park, Providence

Walk the scenic WaterPlace Park with its beautiful pedestrian bridges and waterways, ideal for a relaxing break.
USD0, 0h30m

3:15pm

Drive to Hartford, CT

Travel about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Providence to Hartford, Connecticut.
USD0, 1h15m

4:30pm

Visit Mark Twain House & Museum, Hartford

Tour the historic home of Mark Twain, one of America’s greatest authors. The museum is open until 5pm, perfect for a late afternoon cultural visit.
USD20, 1h0m

5:30pm

Drive to New Haven, CT

Drive approximately 40 minutes to New Haven to explore Yale University and enjoy dinner.
USD0, 0h40m

6:15pm

Tour Yale University Campus, New Haven

Discover the historic Yale campus, including a visit to the art gallery and the Beinecke Rare Book Library. Both generally close by 6pm, so enjoy a brief walk around the grounds.
USD0, 0h30m

6:45pm

Dinner at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, New Haven

Indulge in legendary New Haven-style thin crust pizza at Frank Pepe’s, a classic dining experience with a warm atmosphere. Open until 9pm.
USD25, 1h0m