Rock Stars of the American Revolution
I will bring the Patriots to life through our discussion of the 1760s to early 1776.
About this Tour
Get to know the Rock Stars of the American Revolution. You'll meet the forgotten heroes James Otis and Joseph Warren and learn why Paul Revere was so much more than "the midnight rider." As we walk along the Freedom Trail, we will see the New Massachusetts State House and the Old State House. We will visit Boston Common, Granary Burial Ground, King's Chapel Church, the Old City Hall, New City Hall, the Old South Meeting House, Faneuil Hall, and Quincy Market.
We will walk the colonial streets on the way to the Old North Church and Paul Revere's House. While in the North End, if time allows, we will visit a bread shop that most locals don't know!
We will also talk about Boston's many claims to fame: America's first public park and botanical garden, subway, oldest candy company, and baseball stadium - Go, Sox!
This walking tour is primarily a Freedom Trail tour with the addition of important Revolutionary War figures. It is also an overview of Boston and the many things that make it unique.
Spend a few hours with me - by the end of the tour I believe you will love Boston too!
Tour Details
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Tour Duration
3 Hour Tour. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts.
2 Miles - uneven sidewalks with some slight inclines.
Starting Location
The tour will start at the Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon Street - Bulfinch Entrance (brick building with gold dome overlooking Boston Common - 50-acre public park).
** If you are coming by Uber or Lyft make sure you find your way to 24 Beacon St (the meeting spot). They often drop at the back of the building.
Ending Location
The tour will end at Paul Revere’s House, North End.
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Weather
The tour goes in all weather. Please watch to forecast and dress accordingly.
COVID-19
Until all COVD-19 restrictions are lifted, we will remain outside for this tour.
Reviews
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Amazing storyteller!
“Ellen is an amazing storyteller who really brings to life the characters and events of the American revolution. This was our first visit to Boston and taking this tour was the best thing we did. We found ourselves immersed in the rich history of Boston, aided by the preserved buildings along the Freedom Trail. The walking tour gave us a great intro to the various neighborhoods of Boston as well, including fun sites and restaurants.”
— Alice
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One of a kind experience worth having!
“This was a very thorough, engaging, and dynamic experience that I would definitely do again and recommend to anyone visiting Boston. Ellen went the extra mile to make sure all of our questions were answered, even after the tour! You can definitely tell that Ellen has a passion and spark for storytelling and I’m so impressed at the thoughtful details she includes. One of a kind experience worth having!”
— Ashley
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Ellen was amazing!
“Ellen was an amazing tour guide! She's so knowledgeable and made learning the story of the American Revolution really fun for my family. I learned so much, and I thought I already knew a lot about the Revolution. Her questions, insights, and even some lesser-known facts kept the whole thing interesting and engaging. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more than just the stops on the Freedom Trail.”
— Kirsten
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Do this!
“Do this! You won’t regret it. An amazing tour that gets into the storied history of Boston in a way that engages all ages. Ellen loves what she does and it shows!”
—Lucy
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Amazing!
“Ellen was amazing! Three and a half wet, rainy hours flew by, was entertaining and just wonderful. Both the adults and children loved it!”
— Christopher
