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3-Hour Private "Cold Weather- Warm Van" Driving Tour of Boston

17 Reviews 4.88 out of 5 stars Based on 17 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 94% of reviewers | Boston, USA

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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This tour will begin at your home, hotel or cruise ship and will be conducted in a comfortable heated minivan, no matter the weather. I'll take you past the most interesting places in Boston including the Paul Revere House, the USS Constitution, the Bunker Hill Battle Monument, Copley Square and Fenway Park. Along the way you’ll see the historic homes and churches of the Back Bay, the South End, and Beacon Hill. You’ll hear the stories behind Paul Revere’s ride, the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You’ll see Boston’s most prominent buildings and neighborhoods as well as some lesser-known points of interest. This is the best way to see as much of Boston as possible in a brief time, comfortably, and at a pace you will enjoy.

What's Included

  • Bottled water

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    What To Expect

    The Paul Revere House

    We'll discuss Revere's role in colonial and early American history as we view the home where he raised his sixteen children.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old North Church & Historic Site

    We'll discuss Paul Revere's famous ride to Lexington and Concord and you'll be surprised to learn it didn't happen exactly as Longfellow described.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    USS Constitution

    She's known as Old ironsides. Find out why and learn about her unique history.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Bunker Hill Monument

    We'll discuss the way the Battle of Bunker Hill happened and why it changes the course of American history
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Faneuil Hall Marketplace

    We'll discuss the Hall's role as the "cradle of liberty" where organizers of the Revolution planned the insurgency.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Boston Common

    It's the oldest public park in America, established by the Puritans in 1634. We'll discuss how it's been used over time and has come, in some ways, to define our city.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Back Bay

    Hundreds of acres were filled in over fifty years in the 19th century upon which spectacular architecture was created. We'll discuss the development of the neighborhood and its present significance.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Copley Square

    Who was Copley and why was the square named for him? Learn about the centerpiece of the Back Bay, it's architechture and current use.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    the Christian Science Plaza

    Christian Science was founded in 1879 and grew rapidly throughout the nation and the world. Hear some of the history of this important religious and social movement.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Fenway Park

    See America's most beloved ballpark and hear about our beloved Boston Red Sox.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

    We'll discuss the history and culture of one of the world's greatest academic institutions as we tour the campus.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Harvard University

    We'll visit the campus as we discuss the founding, significance, history and architecture of the august university.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Beacon Hill

    Boston wouldn't be Boston without Beacon Hill, one of our original neighborhoods dating from the Puritan era. We'll see its homes, stores and streets, and discuss how neighborhoods effect our ways of life.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old South Meeting House

    The meetings leading up to the Boston Tea Party happened here. We'll discuss what happened, how and why.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3-Hour Private “Cold Weather- Warm Van” Driving Tour of Boston?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • Bottled water

    Additional Info

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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
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • 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 (EDT).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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