Boston, Harvard and Freedom Trail Day Tour from New York
Overview
Take a full-day trip from New York to Boston for a compact introduction to the city's universities, revolutionary history, and skyline. Join the Firsts of America Exploration Tour with time at Harvard, pass the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and add an optional visit to View Boston. Finish with a guided Freedom Trail experience covering the Massachusetts State House, Old State House, and Quincy Market before returning to New York.
What's Included
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (Only if option of All Tickets Inclusive selected)
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in New York
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (If option of Tour Only selected)
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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New York City (pass by)
Boston (pass by)
Harvard University
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Boston Common (pass by)
Boston Public Garden (pass by)
Boston Public Library
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (pass by)
Prudential Center
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Massachusetts State House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old State House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Quincy Market
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New York City (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- The perfect non-matchday escape for football fans
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-132218P671
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (Only if option of All Tickets Inclusive selected).
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in New York.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests).
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey.
- Personal Expenses.
- Meals, Food and Drinks.
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (If option of Tour Only selected).
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boston, Harvard and Freedom Trail Day Tour from New York is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (Only if option of All Tickets Inclusive selected)
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in New York
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Boston at Prudential Center's Optional Admission (If option of Tour Only selected)
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- The perfect non-matchday escape for football fans
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
