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Private 4-Hour Driving & Walking City Tour

37 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 37 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor |
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| Boston, USA
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from $550 per group (up to 6)

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On average, this is booked 16 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Private tours are priced per GROUP, not per person. This amazing tour is for those who want more than a driving tour but not a ton of walking.(aprox. 90 minute walk)

Stroll through the historic North End. Have a snack from a famous North End pastry shop. Go inside the Old North Church and see Paul Revere's house, Explore Copp's Hill Burial Ground and learn about the "Spite House", the "Brink's Job" robbery. and the Great Molasses Flood.

Visit the USS Constitution, and go up Bunker Hill where the first organized battle of the Revolutionary war took place. Learn how the Colonists lost that battle but won at the same time. Ride through Downtown, up Beacon Hill, The Back Bay, Fenway and over to Cambridge to see Harvard & MIT. You will see the entire city in half a day.

​Learn all about our history as well as what makes Boston such a great 21st century city.

We can confirm tour start time after booking is complete. Weekday tours during the school year tours can only start after 2:30PM

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Our private tours that involve driving begin at the Boston location of your choice including hotels, B&B’s private homes, etc. Your exact meeting location will be confirmed with you prior to the tour date.

    What To Expect

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    Boston

    We will see all of Boston's best attractions, history and more on this customized tour.
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    1 minute Admission Ticket Free

    Cambridge (pass by)

    See Harvard, MIT and more as we travel through Cambridge.
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    USS Constitution (pass by)

    USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat and was first launched in 1797 from the North End of Boston.
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    Bunker Hill Monument (pass by)

    The Bunker Hill Monument was erected to commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill, which was among the first major battles between British and Patriot forces in the American Revolutionary War, fought on June 17, 1775. It has 294 steps to the top!
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    TD Garden (pass by)

    Affectionately called "The Garden" this is the home to the Boston Bruins hockey team and the Boston Celtics basketball team.
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    North End

    The North End, Boston’s Little Italy, is a maze of narrow streets with some of the city’s oldest buildings. Along the Freedom Trail, we will pass historic sites like the 1680 Paul Revere House and the Old North Church, which played a key role at the beginning of the Revolutionary War. Italian restaurants, coffeehouses, pastry shops and old-school delis pack the area, especially on lively Hanover Street.
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Old North Church & Historic Site

    This historic church helped launch the American Revolution! Located along the Freedom Trail, the Old North Church & Historic Site was founded in 1723 and is the oldest standing church in the City of Boston, made famous by Paul Revere’s midnight ride and, “One if by land, two if by sea.”
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Boston Common (pass by)

    Boston Common is the oldest public park in the United States dating from 1634. It is the site of many historically significant events and is home to the oldest subway station in the Western Hemisphere.
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    Old State House (pass by)

    The Old State House was built in 1713, it was the seat of the Massachusetts General Court until 1798, and is one of the oldest public buildings in the United States. It is also the site of the Boston Massacre as well as many notable historic events.
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    Back Bay (pass by)

    The Back Bay neighborhood is most famous for its rows of Victorian brownstone homes—considered one of the best preserved examples of 19th-century urban design in the United States. Newbury Street is a fashionable shopping destination and Boylston Street is the where the Boston Marathon finishes each year. In Copley Square you will find such great architecturally significant buildings such as Trinity Church, Old South Church and the Boston Public Library which is the oldest free-lending library in the United States.
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    The Paul Revere House

    The Paul Revere House, built c.1680, was the colonial home of American patriot Paul Revere during the time of the American Revolution.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (pass by)

    MITThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university in Cambridge. Founded in 1861, it has played a key role in the development of many aspects of modern science, engineering, mathematics, and technology, and is widely known for its innovation and
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    Harvard University (pass by)

    Harvard University is a private Ivy League university that was established in 1636 making it the oldest college in America. Its history, influence, and wealth have made it one of the world's most prestigious universities in the world.
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    Cambridge Common (pass by)

    Cambridge is a separate city, located across the Charles River, from Boston founded in 1631 and is home to many great institutes of higher education , diverse neighborhood and hundreds of life-sciences companies.
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    Beacon Hill (pass by)

    Beacon Hill is an architectural gem, a historic neighborhood that got its beginnings in the early 17th century. Federal-style rowhouses, narrow gaslit streets and brick sidewalks adorn this neighborhood, which is generally regarded as one of the more desirable and expensive in Boston. Stately buildings and cobblestone alleys make it one of the city's best known neighborhoods which is home to past and present notable figures.
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    Fenway Park (pass by)

    Fenway Park is the home to the Boston Red Sox baseball team and is the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. It is located in an area known as the Back Bay-Fens or Fenway neighborhood which is a parkland that was established in 1879 by Frederick Law Olmsted to serve as a link in the Emerald Necklace park system.
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    Granary Burying Ground (pass by)

    Granary Burying Ground is the city's third-oldest cemetery, founded in 1660. It is the final resting place for many notable Revolutionary War-era patriots, including Paul Revere, the five victims of the Boston Massacre, and three signers of the Declaration of Independence: Samuel Adams, John Hancock, and Robert Treat Paine.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Child car seat available

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 4-Hour Driving & Walking City Tour?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-161014P2

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 4-Hour Driving & Walking City Tour?
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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Bottled water.
    • Private transportation.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    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 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If 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 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Private 4-Hour Driving & Walking City Tour is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 4-Hour Driving & Walking City Tour 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 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
    A:

    Once 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.

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    • Air-conditioned vehicle

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Child car seat available

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