Boston Civil War and Abolition Movement: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
Are you looking for a way to discover Boston without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.
• Find out how the city ignited the American Revolution, led the country in the fight to abolish slavery and, ultimately, saved the Union
• Hear from producer Mitch Lapin, a local tour guide and history expert
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food/Drink
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Freedom Trail
Boston, MA 02109, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
139 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02109, USA
The tour ends in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.
What To Expect
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Faneuil Hall Marketplace
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old State House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Corner Bookstore
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old South Meeting House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Boston Irish Famine Memorial
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tremont Temple Baptist Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Granary Burying Ground
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Paul Revere's Grave
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Louisburg Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Soldiers and Sailors Monument
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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Activity code: C-110804P594
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