Modern mixed with historic, skyscrapers next to parks, trendy yet deep rooted; Boston is a city full of architectural contrasts and contradictions that bring the senses to life. This tour takes you through Boston’s history through the eye of its architecture, peeling back the layers of time that stand testament to a rich past, otherwise hidden behind the dazzling city buildings.
Boston is home to one of the most expensive and ambitious highway projects in the U.S., the Big Dig, which brought the city’s historic centre back into the fresh air and is where our journey through Boston’s history begins and focuses. The historic dig lasted nearly twenty years and as a result dramatically transformed Boston’s skyline, in turn creating one of the best urban parks in the country and forcing the unsightly traffic underground. With your expert architectural historian on hand, in three hours you’ll discover the hidden faces of Boston tracing its history from the 17th century to the present. Discover the haphazard 17th century streets and ornate Victorian houses, to cosmopolitan streets and fashionable squares that sit side by side in Boston’s neighbourhoods. Each neighbourhood, building and street that we walk passed on the tour holds a key that opens up the city’s history, and you’ll see how their differing style and tone set the scene for our architectural walk. Your guide will point out hidden and overlooked details of the city’s buildings, allowing you to read its history and look behind the facade into the real Boston.
Be enlightened on the world of the Puritan settlers of Boston and discover how they set the trend for political and social change on our three hour ‘Brahmins of Boston Walking tour’
HIGHLIGHTS:
*See the grand Boston Atheneum
*Take a break from the city hustle and bustle in Boston Common
*Become a Boston history buff by the end of the tour!
The ‘brahmins’ of Boston lived through several decades of economic and social upheaval leading up to the Civil War, and with this walking seminar we’ll delve into their world and discover how they redefined the city and set the tone for the rest of America during this period.
We´ll begin our education at one of the oldest churches in Boston, Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party was planned, where we’ll introduce you to the social and political developments at the turn of the 19th century. Take a look at the Irish Famine memorial here and continue with a visit to the Boston Atheneum, the city’s most prestigious membership library. Our walk will take us into the heart of Beacon Hill to visit main landmarks such as the Boston Common and State House while discussing architecture and town planning. We'll stop by the African Meeting House and Shaw Memorial to discuss the key role that Abolitionism played in Boston as well as taking a closer look at Jewish history. We'll wind up in the Boston Common, the central landscape of Boston and a perfect location to conclude our discussion on this city, its inhabitants, and their crucial role in American history.
Discover the history behind Boston’s oldest neighbourhood with a local historian.
HIGHLIGHTS:
*Discover the role that Boston played in American history
*Guided walking tour with a local historian
One of Boston’s oldest neighbourhoods, the North End epitomises the history that shaped the city and America. With a local historian you’ll discover the streets and buildings that tell the story of political revolution and social innovation in a three hour walking tour around the neighbourhood. See first-hand how Boston evolved from the 17th to the 21st century and be amazed by the turbulent history that is hidden behind the bricks and cobbles.
Wind your way through a maze of colonial-era streets, led by your expert guide, and see how the neighbourhood played a major role in the historical themes that shaped America, including commerce, political revolution, social innovation and waves of immigration. Known as ‘little Italy’today, the neighbourhood is characterised by Italian restaurants and its Italian-American population that lay testament to its role in immigration history. Settled during the 1600’s, North End has its fair share of historical buildings to admire, such as the distinctive Paul Revere House, home to the revolutionary war patriot, and Old North Church with the oldest set of ringing bells. You’ll also discover how the neighbourhood played a part during the Siege of Boston, during the lead up to the American Revolutionary War, and explore the back alleys and side streets with your guide to see the lesser-known parts of town. As the tour progresses, a portrait of Boston’s evolution from the 17th to the 21st century will be painted before your eyes.
Take an escorted bus tour that departs from Boston and arrives in New York City 8 days later. On the way make stops in Canada, Washington DC, and Philadelphia.
Day 1. Boston – Quebec City
Depart Boston and travel north through the White Mountain National Forest with spectacular scenery and natural geological formations formed by rivers and glacial erosive forces. We’ll drive through Vermont with its beautiful nature vistas to the French-Canadian province of Quebec. Arrive to “Ville de Québec “ the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec.
Day 2. Quebec City–Montreal
Our tour today includes a guided tour of Canada’s only walled city. Begin the day with a visit of Old & New Quebec including Place Royale, Old Port, Le Chateau Frontenac, Notre Dame des Victories Church, the Diamond shaped Citadel and the Plains of Abraham. Travel southwest along the St. Lawrence River to the beautiful city of Montreal, Canada’s second-largest city.
Day 3. Montreal
Our half day sightseeing tour of cosmopolitan Montreal includes Mont Royal, Old Montreal ( Vieux-Montreal ) the famous Parisian-style historic District, and a stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral for picture taking. The balance of the day is at leisure. Enjoy a local Montreal restaurant or stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie.
Day 4. Montreal–Ottawa - Toronto
Depart Montreal for Ottawa, the capital of Canada. Nestled on the banks of the majestic Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers, Ottawa is one of the most beautiful G8 capitals in the world. We’ll view the grandeur of Parliament Hill's stately neo-Gothic architecture, the Canadian Mint , the hexagonal National Arts Centre & national institutions, parklands and waterways. After lunch, we’ll continue to Toronto, Canada's largest city on the shores of Lake Ontario.
Day 5. Toronto – Niagara Falls
Begin the day with a short sightseeing tour including the historic and modern municipal buildings, the Parliament and colorful Chinatown. Stop at the world-renown Eaton Center, home to over 350 shops and services all under one roof. Travel south through the charming village of Niagara-On-The- Lake, in the heart of Niagara’s glorious wine region. Stop at the Floral Clock and then continue to Niagara Falls. In the evening you’ll have free time to visit the illuminated falls. November to April: The boat ride Maid of the Mist will be substituted with an awe inspiring visit to the Scenic Tunnels behind the Canadian Falls.
Take an escorted bus tour departing from Boston and arriving in New York City 6 days later. Along the way, visit sights in Canada and Niagara Falls.
Day 1. Boston - Quebec City
Travel north through the White Mountain National Forest with spectacular scenery and natural geological formations formed by rivers and glacial erosive forces. We’ll drive through Vermont with its beautiful nature vistas to the French-Canadian province of Quebec. Arrive to “Ville de Québec “ the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec.
Day 2. Quebec City - Montreal
Our tour today includes a guided tour of Canada’s only walled city. Begin the day with a visit of Old & New Quebec including Place Royale, Old Port, Le Chateau Frontenac, Notre Dame des Victories Church, the Diamond shaped Citadel and the Plains of Abraham. Travel southwest along the St. Lawrence River to the beautiful city of Montreal, Canada’s second-largest city.
Day 3. Montreal
Our half day sightseeing tour of cosmopolitan Montreal includes Mont Royal, Old Montreal ( Vieux-Montreal ) the famous Parisian-style historic District, and a stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral for picture taking. The balance of the day is at leisure. Enjoy a local Montreal restaurant or stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie.
Day 4. Montreal - Ottawa - Toronto
Depart Montreal for Ottawa, the capital of Canada. Nestled on the banks of the majestic Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers, Ottawa is one of the most beautiful G8 capitals in the world. We’ll view the grandeur of Parliament Hill's stately neo-Gothic architecture, the Canadian Mint , the hexagonal National Arts Centre & national institutions, parklands and waterways. After lunch, we’ll continue to Toronto, Canada's largest city on the shores of Lake Ontario.
Day 5. Toronto - Niagara Falls
Begin the day with a short sightseeing tour including the historic and modern municipal buildings, the Parliament and colorful Chinatown. Stop at the world-renown Eaton Center, home to over 350 shops and services all under one roof. Travel south through the charming village of Niagara-On-The- Lake, in the heart of Niagara’s glorious wine region. Stop at the Floral Clock and then continue to Niagara Falls. In the evening you’ll have free time to visit the illuminated falls.
Day 6. Niagara Falls – New York
This morning, We will take a cruise on Niagara River, aboard the Maid of the Mist for amazing close-ups at the base of the thundering waterfalls (seasonally). After the cruise, we return through the picturesque countryside arriving to New Jersey
Our City View Bicycle Tour is a classic tour offering for those looking to get a great overall introduction to Boston. Riders will get a full introduction to Boston’s most historic, most fun, and most bikeable areas, from the Italian North End to Fernway Park. You will discover the unique character and charm of each community up close, in person, only possible by bicycle.
The Kona Dew Boston and Giant Escape are our mainstay rental bikes – made custom just for us, these bikes are high quality, lightweight, and comfortable for all-day riding in the city. With a wide range of gears, you can get up and down Beacon Hill with ease, and lightweight, durable components ensure that the bike doesn’t weigh you down.
Experience Boston’s largest recreation area. Thanks to a partnership between the National Park Service, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Boston Harbor Islands Alliance, 34 islands just a short cruise away from Boston make up one of the most breathtaking National and State Park Areas in the U.S.
Adventures of all interests, and from all over, can experience these islands as they ebb and flow with time and tides, showcasing their individual histories, natural environments, events and amenities.
Leave the City of Boston behind you as Boston Harbor Cruises takes you on a narrates round-trip ferry ride, in comfort and convenience, to six of the 34 islands that make up this spectacular National Park Area.
Spectacle, Georges and Peddocks Islands are all serviced from Long Wharf in Boston. On a seasonal basis, you can also reach the islands from the South Shore. Lovells, Grape and Bumpkin Islands are all part of the inter-island loop. Visit for couple hours, for the day, or even camp out overnight beneath the starts. Each island has its own unique personality, and Boston Harbor Cruises lets you enjoy them all.
Get ready for more thrills, more laughs and more speed than you ever imagined as you zip across the ocean at up to 40 miles per hour. Don't worry, though; a ride on Codzilla is as entertaining as it is thrilling. The wind roars. The music blares. And the waves will splash during a wet and wild 40-minute ride of full blast, sensational fun. The wind roars. The music blares and the waves splash as you experience 40 minutes of full blast, sensational fun.
Codzilla is 70’ of marine aluminum and bad attitude. Codzilla seats (or was that "eats") 135 people, so reservations are recommended. With two turbo-charged diesel engines driving state of the art waterjets, Codzilla roams the ocean with 2,800 horsepower. (We're not talking sea horses, my friend.) Plus with its unique hull design, Codzilla is capable of thrilling 360-degree turns and spinning on a dime. On occasion, it’s hard to hear the crew and custom music over the blood-curdling screams of your fellow voyagers, so we’ve equipped Codzilla with a state of the art sound system and 30 marine-grade speakers to insure proper amplification.
Onboard, you’ll enjoy a light-hearted show professionally scripted by Hollywood screenwriters and orchestrated to an originally scored soundtrack. So you don’t miss a minute of the performance, Codzilla is equipped with a state of the art sound system powering 30 marine-grade speakers. That’s about one speaker every 3 feet. So, if you're a fan of "easy-listening" stations be forewarned, we will not turn down our music - don't even think about asking.
There is so much to do in historic Salem, Massachusetts, you’ll be thankful our fast ferry will get you there quickly so you can spend more time taking in all the incredible activities the city offers. Hop aboard at Boston’s Long Wharf, and in less than an hour you’ll be sightseeing, museum hopping, sampling the specialties of local chefs and shopping in Salem’s many quaint boutiques and quirky shops.
Many people, not only here in the U.S., but around the world, are familiar with the stories that surround the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. And there’s much to see and do related to the trials throughout the city.
What many folks may not realize is Salem’s history as a cultural and economic epicenter. At one point during the mid-1800s Salem was considered one of the richest cities in the world. Its port was a hotspot for trade, especially with the Far East.
This trade made many a captain and merchant rich, allowing them to build beautiful homes you can tour today that are considered outstanding examples of Colonial Revival, Federal Era and Victorian styles of architecture.
It also resulted in the city evolving and growing its love of art, culture and literature. Anyone who shares this passion should not miss an opportunity to visit the world-renowned Peabody Essex Museum.
Nathaniel Hawthorne’s House of the Seven Gables was not only written here, but stands to this day as a testament to the man who was once the nation’s most famous author.
Enjoy a 70 minute tour of America's oldest university. On the "Harvard" tour, you will embark on an entertaining journey through Harvard Yard with a Harvardian! Enjoy tales of Harvard's history and culture as you see famous landmarks and monuments. Visit historic buildings on campus, the famous John Harvard Statue, surrounding neighborhood of Harvard Square and enjoy learning about Harvard history, culture and famous Harvardians. Tour guides are current Harvard undergraduates, graduate students and Harvard alumni.
The Hard Rock Café started as a craving for some good American grub and a passion for rock'n'roll, and it has grown to be a destination for millions of people around the world, whether they are on vacation or just out for dinner with the family. With a total of 138 cafes around the world, Hard Rock is a haven for fans of music, food, and great times.
Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Rock Walls, Surface tops and Booth Interactive, touchscreen technology allows guests to check out the best pieces of the memorabilia collection, even if it's currently on a wall in another country.
Hard Rock Café serves fresh, handmade, classic American cooking with a Southern flair. Choose from the following menus (combo packages also available - choose from the meals below and also get a Hard Rock Cafe T-Shirt!):
Acoustic - Choice of Entrée (choose one): Hard Rock 6oz Cheeseburger or Bacon Cheeseburger, Hickory Smokehouse Sandwich or Texan, entree salad or sandwich. Dessert: Chef's Dessert. Choice of Beverage (choose one): Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink.
Electric - Choice of Entrée (choose one): Fajitas (chicken, steak or shrimp), grilled salmon, burgers or sandwiches, smokehouse hickory chicken, smoked ribs OR duo platter, twisted chicken mac and cheese (all entrees are paired with listed side items per menu). Dessert (choose one)t: Apple Cobbler, Cheesecake (both served with coffee or tea). Choice of Soft Drink.
Visita cuatro famosas atracciones en Boston por un bajo precio con Boston CityPASS.
Destacamos
- Entrada pagada por adelantado
- Cuatro de las principales atracciones de Boston incluidas
- 9 días de validez
- Acceso preferente en la mayoría de atracciones
El Acuario de Nueva Inglaterra (New England Aquarium) cuenta con un espectacular arrecife de coral Caribeño con más de 2,000 animales y ofrece vistas cristalinas de tiburones, tortugas marinas, rayas y miles de peces tropicales. Tu aventura en el Acuario incluye bulliciosas colonias de pingüinos, juguetonas focas y la suave piel de una raya cara de vaca deslizándose bajo sus dedos.
El Museo de Ciencias ofrece más de 700 exhibiciones interactivas, presentaciones de animales vivos, demostraciones científicas, una tormenta de relámpagos en interiores, ¡y mucho más!
El Observatorio SkyWalk, ubicado en el piso 50 del Prudential Center, ofrece vistas impresionantes de Boston.
Y finalmente podrás elegir entre el Museo de Artes Finas (Museum of Fine Arts) y un crucero por el puerto de Boston. El Museo de Artes Finas es uno de los grandes museos de arte del mundo con la mejor colección de Monets fuera de París, tesoros de Egipto y el mundo antiguo, así como una colección de arte Asiático que no tiene comparación en el mundo Occidental. Si eliges la opción de un crucero por el puerto de Boston podrás contemplar la ciudad desde el mar. Disfruta del espectacular skyline y de vistas al mar en un paseo de 90 minutos.
Visita más lugares y evita la mayoría de las colas para obtener entrada. El CityPASS es válido durante nueve días, empezando desde el primer día de uso; es perfecto para una escapada de fin de semana o unas vacaciones más largas.
Hora de inicio o apertura
Varía según la atracción.
Cuando el sol se pone en Boston, ¡los fantasmas y demonios salen! El recorrido de Fantasmas y lápidas de Boston se asegura de que conozcas a todos y cada uno de ellos y de que aprendas cada una de sus retorcidas historias y lamentos. Sube a bordo del Tranvía de los Condenados y únete a tu anfitrión, un sepulturero del siglo XVII que sufre una condena eterna. Esta desgraciada criatura está condenada a recorrer las calles de Boston y relatar las historias de las almas desafortunadas que ha encontrado y los acontecimientos macabros de que ha sido testigo durante su castigo.
Camina entre los muertos en dos de los lugares de enterramiento local más antiguos. Aprende sobre los ocupantes de las tumbas y escucha la historia del mayor escándalo de saqueos de tumbas en la historia de Nueva Inglaterra. Oye hablar de los personajes más siniestros de Boston, incluyendo un corsario maldito, una cantante de ópera homicida y el famoso estrangulador de Boston.
La ciudad tiene casi cuatrocientos años y en ese tiempo ha tenido un buen número de asesinatos, guerras y problemas, ganándose la reputación de una de las ciudades más embrujadas de América. Tus macabros guías te cautivarán con historias de Jane Jolly, la ''Enfermera Pesadilla” que mató a más de treinta de sus pacientes, y Cotton Mather, a quien se atribuye sentar las bases que inspiraron los juicios de brujas de Salem a través de sus influyentes escritos.
Este recorrido es apropiado y entretenido para adultos y jóvenes que estén interesados ??en aprender una historia menos convencional de la ciudad de Boston, con un poco de sangre de mentira y algo de teatralidad.
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Revive el Boston histórico en este recorrido en tranvía por el casco antiguo completamente narrado. Los clientes pueden crear su propio recorrido personalizado, moviéndose a su propio ritmo, ya que tienen la libertad de bajar del autobús en cualquier punto de interés que deseen explorar más a fondo para, a continuación, volver a bordo y continuar el recorrido.
La ciudad más grande de Massachusetts es también una de las más antiguas de los Estados Unidos, y fue el escenario de diversos acontecimientos clave en la revolución americana, como la Masacre de Boston, la batalla de Bunker Hill y el Boston Tea Party. La ciudad está llena de historia americana y este recorrido te permite aprenderlo todo sobre su ilustre pasado gracias a tu chófer y guía.
Algunas de las paradas incluyen Faneuil Hall Marketplace, que es un festivo centro comercial, cubierto y al aire libre, y donde se sirven comidas, y Boston Garden, donde se celebran conciertos de rock y deportes de aficionados, y donde John F. Kennedy dio una vez un discurso. Otra parada importante que se incluye es la nave USS Constitution, famosa por su actuación en la guerra de 1812 contra Gran Bretaña, donde derrotó a cinco buques de guerra enemigos y capturó numerosos barcos mercantes. Ahora está atracada en el muelle 1 en un extremo de la Boston Freedom Trail y ha navegado recientemente, en agosto de 2012, lo que lo hace el buque naval en activo más antiguo del mundo. Los participantes en el recorrido pueden comer en muchas de las paradas y hacer compras en el Prudential Center. Hay un sinnúmero de otras paradas dignas de mención como Boston Common, Beacon Hall, Antique Row y el puerto de Boston, todas ellas totalmente accesibles con nuestro recorrido, lo que te permite la máxima flexibilidad en tu viaje.
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