Explore Boston’s North End
About This Tour
The North End is a short walking distance from downtown and one of Boston’s most beloved neighborhoods. The North End is famous for its Italian food but it is also the first settlement area dating to 1630. We will cover it all - the 1600s to 2020s. We will meet under the Bell in Hand sign and take a loop through this welcome addition to the Boston food scene. We will then cross the Rose Kennedy Greenway and travel into the North End up Salem Street exploring the side streets as we go. We’ll see the exterior of the Old North Church and see the second oldest burial ground, Copp’s Hill.
We will see the Paul Revere monument and the last remaining Charles Bulfinch Church. We will see a private memorial to the Saints as we pop in and out of markets and bakeries along the walk. We will talk about the Great Molasses Flood, the Brinks Robbery, and Ponzi. We will conclude our tour in front of Paul Revere’s House.
Tour Details
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Tour Duration
About 2 hours
1 Mile or less (uneven sidewalks, slight inclines).
Starting Location
We will meet under the Bell in Hand Tavern sign, 45-55 Union Street.
Ending Location
The tour ends 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.
Pet Restrictions
This is NOT a pet-friendly tour. The businesses we visit do not allow dogs.
What to Bring
Bring cash! Many businesses in the North End are cash only!
Bring reusable shopping bags in case you decide to shop along the way.
Reviews
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Absolutely amazing!
“So personalized. I feel like I got the scoop on the ins and outs of the north end, with a list of places to come back to! Ellen was absolutely amazing.”
— Racine
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Amazing blend of new and old!
“This tour is an amazing blend of history with modern facts about the North End! You will see so many beautiful buildings, streets, and churches while hearing wonderful stories about the great role it played in history. Ellen also provided us with many great recommendations that enhanced our trip long after the tour was over! My whole family enjoyed the tour and even my relative from Boston gained a ton of new knowledge :)”
— Brianna
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Already planning our third tour!
“If you are thinking of going on a tour with Ellen, GO! This was our second trip with her and we loved every second of it. She is a super engaging speaker and will take you to all the best places-- not just the most common touristy ones. She is super knowledgeable and friendly, and the tour is so reasonably priced. we are already planning our third tour!”
— Mary
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Ellen is the tour guide every guide wishes they could be.
“Ellen is the tour guide every guide wishes they could be. She definitely is the best of the best. She gives her tours all her effort and it shows. She is thoughtful, funny, insightful, helpful, and entertaining. I had two tours before hers and I felt reinvigorated during her tour. I was so thrilled with her tour that I called my brother to share what I heard.”
— Chuck
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Unforgettable!
Amazing experience. Hellen is very knowledgeable. My kids and I had an unforgettable historic experience…
— Njood
