Boston Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included
Overview
Raise a pint to the spirits of Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and George Washington as you relive almost 400 years of Tavern History in Boston. This fun & informative 3.5-hour Walking Tour (approx 2.5 miles) also includes a Ferry Ride across scenic Boston Harbor! See and Learn the history of 5 Freedom Trail sites. Includes 2 Historic Tavern visits, enjoying one Drink (beer/wine/soda) and an Appetizer at both Tavern stops. Along the way you’ll explore Boston’s oldest neighborhoods like Charlestown Navy Yard, Blackstone Block, Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market and the North End (Boston's Little Italy). Visit some of New England’s most historic landmarks as well as two of Boston's oldest Pubs & Taverns. Also look for our popular Pizza Lovers Tour and our Seafood Lovers Tour, too. Walk, Learn, Eat.... and repeat!
What's Included
- Snacks Includes one Drink and an Appetizer at both Historic Tavern stops, plus a cannoli from a famous North End bakery to finish!
- Alcoholic beverages Enjoy TWO drinks (beer, wine or soft drink).
- Scenic Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
- See 5 Freedom Trail sites
- Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!
- Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!
- Professional Local guide.
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
263 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113, 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
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North End
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Charlestown Navy Yard
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bunker Hill Monument (pass by)
Warren Tavern
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Old State House
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bell In Hand Tavern
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
North End
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operates in all weather conditions (rain, shine or snow!), please dress appropriately.
- Includes Public Ferry across Boston harbor.
- Visits two different Historic Boston Taverns.
- See FIVE Freedom Trail sites.
- Includes TWO Drinks, Tavern Appetizers and a cannoli.
- If the minimum number of 4 travelers isn't met, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-6670TAVERNS
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Includes one Drink and an Appetizer at both Historic Tavern stops, plus a cannoli from a famous North End bakery to finish!.
- Alcoholic beverages. Enjoy TWO drinks (beer, wine or soft drink).
- Scenic Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
- See 5 Freedom Trail sites.
- Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!.
- Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!.
- Professional Local guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 21. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included 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
- SnacksIncludes one Drink and an Appetizer at both Historic Tavern stops, plus a cannoli from a famous North End bakery to finish!
- Alcoholic beveragesEnjoy TWO drinks (beer, wine or soft drink).
- Scenic Ferry Ride across Boston harbor.
- See 5 Freedom Trail sites
- Grab a drink under the same roof as George Washington and Paul Revere!
- Visit the "Oldest Tavern in America" - First Pour in 1795!
- Professional Local guide.
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operates in all weather conditions (rain, shine or snow!), please dress appropriately.
- Includes Public Ferry across Boston harbor.
- Visits two different Historic Boston Taverns.
- See FIVE Freedom Trail sites.
- Includes TWO Drinks, Tavern Appetizers and a cannoli.
- If the minimum number of 4 travelers isn't met, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
