Boston Back Bay self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt
Overview
It takes 2-3 hours to complete; do it whenever you wish - you select your own date and start time; no scheduling or reservation needed. 20+ challenges, games and enigmas to solve as you walk through this historic neighbourhood.
Buy either a single or a group ticket.
What's Included
- Available in English and French
- 20+ challenges on this scavenger hunt
- Scavenger hunt on your smartphone
- Internet access - it is required for the activity. Wifi is not available in most areas.
Meeting Location
16 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02108, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This is Boston’s main public park.
Its history dates back to 1634, it is the oldest park in the United States, consisting of 50 acres, or 20 hectares. There is a tourist information kiosk near you.
This park was used by the British during the American Revolutionary War. From here they left for the battles of Lexington and Concord.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-152849P29
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours 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 (EST).
- Available in English and French.
- 20+ challenges on this scavenger hunt.
- Scavenger hunt on your smartphone.
- Internet access - it is required for the activity. Wifi is not available in most areas.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boston Back Bay self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boston Back Bay self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Available in English and French
- 20+ challenges on this scavenger hunt
- Scavenger hunt on your smartphone
- Internet access - it is required for the activity. Wifi is not available in most areas.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
