Stroll Through Time:
Group Tour of
Boston Common & Public Garden
Overview
Take a walk through Boston Common and Public Garden, listening to the lesser-known stories from Boston's history as told through the forgotten plaques and monuments hiding in plain sight.
The tour focuses on stories not covered by the standard historical tours of Boston, instead showing off the colorful characters and strange events that shine a light on Boston's eccentric past. The tour starts in America's oldest public park, taking visitors on a stroll through time. Learn about how Boston was first settled and grew into the city it is today. Tales of strict Puritan values mix with a long-standing history of rebellion and corruption to paint a picture of the duality that is the core of Boston's spirit.
Itinerary
Park St. Station
Learn about the series of unusual events surrounding the construction of the oldest subway in America.
The Great Elm
Learn about the "first city hall" of Boston and the sermons, hangings, and acts of rebellion that surround it.
MA Statehouse
Hear about the King’s Pines, the Pine Tree Riots, and how a Pine Tree came to symbolize the American Revolution
Founders Memorial
Listen to the story of William Blackstone, Boston's and Rhode Island's first settler. He was a man who wanted to be left alone in peace to read his books and ride around on a bull naked.
Beacon Hill
Stroll through the narrow streets of Beacon Hill, learning about the coveted purple window panes and the wealth that pervades the neighborhood
Acorn Street
Take a photo on the “Most Photographed Street in the Country!"
Boston Public Garden
Next to the country’s oldest park is its oldest botanical garden! Learn about the stories behind some of the sculptures, learn about “The Rascal King,” and why you’ll see the name George Robert White all over the city!
The Good Samaritan
End the tour with a story about the invention of anesthesia, and how it was first demonstrated at a hospital just blocks away!
Details
Exceptions to availability, group size, or start times may be available. Contact us!
Duration
2h 15m
Start Times
9:30 and 12:00, Weekends
Group Size
Up to 15
Start Location
Boston Common Visitors Center - 139 Tremont St.
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Off-peak
$22 adult (18+)
$17 youth (13-17)
$12 child (3-12)
Shoulder
$27 adult (18+)
$22 youth (13-17)
$17 child (3-12)
$27 adult (18+)
$22 youth (13-17)
$17 child (3-12)
Peak
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