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Discover Boston: Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Overview

The exciting city of Boston in the beautiful state of Masschusetts is home to an incredible and rich American history that is also fascinating for tourists.
Educational and informative, this tour delves behind the scenes of old Boston.

Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city.

To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking.

On this tour you will hear all about the city’s colonial beginnings and some of the people who helped shaped the future of Boston and America as we know it today.

The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way.

Please note that this tour is only available in English.

What's Included

  • Audio files and GPS map
  • Self-Paced
  • Admission Fees
  • Food/Drink
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

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Boston Harbor
Boston, MA, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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What To Expect

The tour will take approximately two hours depending on your pace. Just pause the audio guide whenever you fancy spending longer at a sight, grabbing a bite to eat or doing some shopping along the way.
Make your way to the Boston Harbour to begin your tour. There are many great sights to see in Boston. Here are just a few. Highlight One: The Boston Tea Party Museum offers fascinating insight into the historic Boston Tea Party incident. Highlight Two: The John Adams Courthouse is a historic building with lots of amazing stories. Highlight Three: The New England Aquarium is a fascinating place for kids and adults alike. Highlight Four: The Boston Harbour is a wonderful place to sit and relax and snap a few photos. The tour willl conclude at the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. You will also see the Old State House, the Massachusetts State House, and the City Hall. Download the tour today and get started on your discovery of Boston.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Boston: Self-Guided Audio Tour?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Boston: Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Audio files and GPS map.
  • Self-Paced.
The following is NOT included:
  • Admission Fees.
  • Food/Drink.
  • Transportation.
  • Audio device.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8..

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 Discover Boston: Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 Discover Boston: Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Audio files and GPS map
  • Self-Paced
  • Admission Fees
  • Food/Drink
  • Transportation
  • Audio device

Additional Info

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  • 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 spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
  • Available only in English.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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