Last updated: June 7, 2025
Thing to Do
Ranger's Choice Walking Tour
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The stories that define Boston are part of the unfinished legacy set into motion in the years leading up to and following the American Revolution.
These ranger-led tours unpack themes and questions that originated with the founding generation. While some tours focus on the Revolutionary Period, others explore how later changemakers advocated to expand the ideals, values, and sacrifices from 1776 in order to move towards a more perfect union.
The Die is Cast: Boston Between Revolution and War
May 31, June 7, and June 21 at 12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.
In the tense weeks between the battles of Lexington and Concord and Bunker Hill, Boston stood on the edge of full-scale war. Join National Park Service Rangers for a free, two-hour walkig tour exploring how protest transformed into open conflict during the spring of 1775.
This guided tour follows a 2-mile route from Faneuil Hall to the Bunker Hill Monument, stopping at key locations that reveal how Bostonians - both patriots and loyalists - navigated uncertainty, occupation, and rebellion.
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This guided tour follows a 2-mile route from Faneuil Hall to the Bunker Hill Monument, stopping at key locations that reveal how Bostonians - both patriots and loyalists - navigated uncertainty, occupation, and rebellion.
Sign up in advance on eventbrite.
Boston: An Underground Railroad Hub
June 19 at 1:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M.
Did you know that Boston played a central role in the Underground Railroad? Join a National Park Ranger and the Museum of African American History to explore the inspiring stories of the freedom seekers who escaped to Boston and the people and organizations here that assisted them.
These tours are part of the Musuem of African American History's Juneteenth celebration! For more information on additional events please visit the museum's website.
Beginning at the African Meeting House, a one mile walk through Beacon Hill (meet at Smith Court in Beacon Hill)
Address: 8 Smith Court, Boston, MA, 02114
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Details
Duration
60-75 Minutes
Tours will vary in length.
Activity
Guided Tours
Join a Park Ranger for a special guided tour.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
These programs are free and open to the public.
Reservations
No
Season
Summer
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
Depending on the topic, the tour may require a bit of walking, possibly up hills.