Relive 1776: See Boston's History in Augmented Reality (AR)
Overview
See Boston's history come back to life in a 5-part immersive tour along The Freedom Trail. Using augmented reality (AR) technology, we tell a chronological series of events from 1765 to 1775 as if they are taking place again at each historical site. Key historical figures and artifacts appear in the real world in front of you as if they've traveled from the past to you.
This is a first-of-its-kind, unforgettable new way to relive history! The experiences are interactive, and use tablets and AR headsets provided by us. For three important historical events, you will wear an AR headset for greater immersiveness and interactivity with hand-tracking technology.
Imagine operating a revolutionary war era field cannon with your own hands! With the Relive 1776 AR Tour, you can.
What's Included
- Meta Quest AR headsets
- "Illegal Tea" Souvenir (reusable tea bag with discount card)
- Tablets for AR experiences without headsets
- Tour Guide (English only)
- No transportation to the meeting point (Boston Common)
Meeting Location
139 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02111, 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
Relive 1776 is a 5-part, immersive AR tour that takes you through the full Freedom Trail. A tour guide will walk with you as you relive key historical moments from the years 1765 - 1775. The events are wide ranging, including everything from trying on colonial fashion to operating a historically-accurate field cannon! After meeting Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams under The Great Elm Tree in Boston Common, you will help them fight back against tyranny in a series of events that lead up to the founding of America. The last experience is at Bunker Hill, where our walking tour ends. Each experience lasts 5-15 minutes, and includes a 1-minute video. They are all designed to be fun and educational, and there is no gore. Since we use AR, not VR, you won't experience nausea or safety issues. With AR, you can see the real world at all times. It will be as if history is being transported to you!
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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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).
- Meta Quest AR headsets.
- "Illegal Tea" Souvenir (reusable tea bag with discount card).
- Tablets for AR experiences without headsets.
- Tour Guide (English only).
- No transportation to the meeting point (Boston Common).
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 Relive 1776: See Boston's History in Augmented Reality (AR) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Relive 1776: See Boston’s History in Augmented Reality (AR) 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
- Meta Quest AR headsets
- "Illegal Tea" Souvenir (reusable tea bag with discount card)
- Tablets for AR experiences without headsets
- Tour Guide (English only)
- No transportation to the meeting point (Boston Common)
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
