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Private Boston City Tour – Customize Your Sightseeing Experience

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Explore Boston and Cambridge on a private six-hour city tour tailored to your group's interests. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle while your knowledgeable driver-guide shares local stories and highlights iconic neighborhoods and landmarks.

From historic sites along the Freedom Trail to vibrant neighborhoods like the North End and Back Bay, you'll experience Boston at your own pace. The tour can include scenic drives, short walks, photo stops, and optional meal or shopping breaks—customized to suit your preferences.

Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off within the service area, along with live commentary from your driver-guide. Since this is a private experience, you can prioritize the sights that matter most to you, making the day both relaxed and memorable.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the Boston Private City Tour?

The tour includes private transportation, bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a professional driver-guide providing live commentary. Fuel, tolls, and parking fees are also covered.

Are attraction tickets or meals included?

No, tickets for museums, stadiums, performances, or other attractions are not included. Food, drinks, and restaurant purchases are also extra.

How flexible is the itinerary?

Since it's a private tour, you can choose to spend more time in specific neighborhoods or landmarks, or opt for scenic drives and quick stops. Your driver-guide will help plan the route based on your interests and time constraints.

Is the tour suitable for children or those with mobility issues?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in strollers or prams, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels. You can customize stops to accommodate your group's needs.

Can I extend the tour beyond six hours?

Yes, additional time can be arranged for an extra fee, depending on your group size and preferences.

Free cancellation

Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

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Duration 6 hours

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Live tour guide

Portuguese, English

Key facts

Duration 6 hours
Languages offered Portuguese, English
Group size Up to 12 people
Suitable for all ages Traveler 0–120
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Complimentary pickup and drop-off in listed areas, including Logan Airport and Flynn Cruiseport
  • Professional driver-guide with live commentary
  • Fuel, tolls, and parking fees

Not included

  • Attraction, museum, stadium, and performance tickets
  • Food, beverages, and restaurant purchases
  • Optional driver-guide gratuities
  • Additional time beyond six hours (extra fee applies)
  • Child seats ($30 per seat)

Itinerary

This customizable private tour covers Boston’s top neighborhoods and landmarks, with flexible stops for photos, short walks, or sightseeing based on your interests. The route can include historic sites, scenic drives, cultural districts, and iconic neighborhoods like Cambridge and Charlestown.

  1. Stop 1 Pass by

    Tailor your experience with panoramic views from the vehicle or choose to make brief or longer stops at neighborhoods and landmarks. Your driver-guide will help prioritize your route at the start.

  2. Stop 2

    Visit the Freedom Trail sites such as Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King’s Chapel, and Boston Latin School. Your guide can help select which landmarks to focus on based on your interests and time.

    15 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    Explore Boston Common, the Public Garden, and Beacon Hill, including Charles Street and Acorn Street. You can enjoy brief walks or photos, depending on your preferences and time.

    45 minutes
  4. Stop 4

    Discover Back Bay and Copley Square, with sights like Trinity Church, the Boston Public Library, and the Prudential Center. Inside visits depend on your interests and opening hours.

    40 minutes
  5. Stop 5

    Tour the cultural and educational districts around Fenway, Longwood, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Stops may include Harvard, MIT, and nearby sites, with options for photos or quick visits.

    45 minutes
  6. Stop 6

    Cross into Cambridge to see Harvard Yard, Harvard Square, and MIT. The route may include scenic views of the Charles River and campus highlights, with optional short walks or photo stops.

    45 minutes
  7. Stop 7

    Visit Charlestown, including the Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution. Depending on timing, you can explore outside or inside these historic sites.

    45 minutes
  8. Stop 8

    Explore the North End, known for its Italian heritage, with stops at Old North Church, Paul Revere House, and popular bakeries. Short walks or photo stops are available.

    30 minutes
  9. Stop 9

    Enjoy the Boston Waterfront and Faneuil Hall area, with options for browsing Quincy Market, taking photos, or a quick walk along the harbor.

    30 minutes
  10. Stop 10

    Drive through the Seaport District, with views of the Boston Tea Party Ships, Boston Fish Pier, and the Institute of Contemporary Art. A brief waterfront stop may be possible.

    30 minutes
  11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Explore Boston’s Chinatown and Theater District, with highlights like the Wang Theatre and local eateries. Short walks or photo stops can be included based on your interests.

Meeting point & pickup

Hotel pickup included for all travelers

Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from listed hotels, Boston Logan International Airport, and Flynn Cruiseport. The tour starts at your scheduled pickup time; please be ready 15 minutes early. Exact pickup instructions will be provided beforehand. Pickup outside the listed zones requires prior approval. The tour ends at the confirmed drop-off location within the service area.

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How to get there

Pickup is available from 114 hotels; exact times are confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

  • 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
  • No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure
  • Tours may be canceled due to bad weather

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Your booking is confirmed immediately after completing the reservation.

From $924.66 per person

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