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The Boston Massacre: An Audio Guide to the City’s Bloodiest Event
Boston
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
Cancellation policy
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the months of tension between the British and American colonists that culminated in the bloody shooting, now known as the Boston Massacre.
“The riot on King Street” is what newspapers originally called the moment when British soldiers opened fire on an angry crowd in Boston on March 5, 1770.
Embark on a historical journey, exploring events leading to March 5th and the impact of British impositions like the Vagrancy, Quartering, and Tax acts. Stand on State Street, the site of the Boston Massacre, and hear history's whispered tale. Learn of Ebenezer Richardson's role in igniting tensions, and pay homage at the Granary Burying Ground, where S...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Entrance fees to any attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
60 Long Wharf
The tour starts on Long Wharf in Boston on the opposite side of the Chart House restaurant at 60 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA.
Return
Granary Burying Ground
The tour ends at the Granary Burial Ground entrance.
The Boston Massacre: An Audio Guide to the City’s Bloodiest Event
Boston
About
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the months of tension between the British and American colonists that culminated in the bloody shooting, now known as the Boston Massacre.
“The riot on King Street” is what newspapers originally called the moment when British soldiers opened fire on an angry crowd in Boston on March 5, 1770.
Embark on a historical journey, exploring events leading to March 5th and the impact of British impositions like the Vagrancy, Quartering, and Tax acts. Stand on State Street, the site of the Boston Massacre, and hear history's whispered tale. Learn of Ebenezer Richardson's role in igniting tensions, and pay homage at the Granary Burying Ground, where S...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Entrance fees to any attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
60 Long Wharf
The tour starts on Long Wharf in Boston on the opposite side of the Chart House restaurant at 60 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA.
Return
Granary Burying Ground
The tour ends at the Granary Burial Ground entrance.
Itinerary
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Long Wharf
Begin your journey at Long Wharf, the oldest and longest wharf in America, where the British initiated their occupation of Boston, setting the stage for the tensions that led to the Boston Massacre.
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Chart House
Pass by the historic Chart House, built in 1760 by John Hancock, a prominent merchant and advocate for colonial rights, as you delve into the events leading up to the March 5th massacre.
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Central Wharf Plaza
Explore Central Wharf Plaza, a historic site connected to Boston's maritime history, where you'll learn about the Quartering Act and its impact on the relationship between British soldiers and American colonists.
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Hungarian Memorial
Discover the Hungarian Memorial and its significance in commemorating the Boston Massacre, shedding light on the tumultuous period of colonial unrest.
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Boston Massacre Site
Visit the true site of the Boston Massacre on State Street, where you'll hear the events as they unfolded and gain insight into the tragic confrontation between British soldiers and American colonists.
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Old State House
Pass by the Old State House, the second oldest building in Boston and a symbol of British occupation, where key figures like John Hancock and Samuel Adams gathered in protest following the massacre.
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Boston's Old City Hall
Explore Boston's Old City Hall, a historic landmark where you'll learn about the trial of Captain Preston and the seven British soldiers, and the legal challenges faced by patriot John Adams in their defense.
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Josiah Quincy III Statue
Pause at the Josiah Quincy III Statue, honoring a prominent figure in Boston's revolutionary history, and reflect on the legacy of resistance and defiance against British rule.
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John Hancock's Grave
Pay homage at the grave of John Hancock, a pivotal figure in the American Revolution, and learn about his role in advocating for colonial rights and liberties.
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Samuel Adams Grave
Visit the grave of Samuel Adams, another influential patriot, at the Granary Burying Ground, and discover the lasting impact of his contributions to American independence.
