American Revolution

Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour tour travels from Boston Common to Copp's Hill Terrace in the North End, providing guests a chance to see ALL SIXTEEN official landmarks on the Freedom Trail. Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1760 to 1775, the tumultuous period leading up to the American Revolution. We walk in the footsteps of Colonial Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the difficult—yet essential—question of loyalty or rebellion to crown and country. With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's status as America's "Cradle of Liberty." As we travel past historic landmarks from Revolutionary Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with a global empire.

This tour visits The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, George Washington and Alexander Hamilton's homes, and sites of numerous Founding Fathers including Adams, Jefferson, Franklin, Madison, Monroe, and others. Every guide has a history degree.

The Tour of The Freedom Trail by the Histrionic Academy is the best way to see and learn about Boston's inspiring history. Following the Freedom Trail past several historic sites, guests will be amazed by the stories of America's Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and New England's Colonial History. This walking tour Follows the Freedom Trail from the Boston Common to the Paul Revere Mall in The North End!

Step back in time and see how the Boston Tea Party changed American history! This Boston museum details the series of events leading to December 16, 1773, and then goes on to demonstrate how that fateful day kick-started the American Revolution. View the Robinson Tea Chest, the only known surviving tea chest from the Boston Tea Party and experience it’s amazing story. At the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, spend your day exploring the famed tall ships, throw the fated tea into Boston Harbor, explore museum exhibits, watch a captivating movie recounting the events of that time and enjoy a fully guided tour!

Redcoats, Riots, Smugglers, Gangs, Midnight Riders, and some 92,000 pounds of tea all feature in the tales on this tour. Tour goers will get to relive the Revolution as it unfolded in one the rowdiest seaports of colonial America, while also learning about how Boston pioneered abolition, women's rights, American education, and immigration throughout its 400-year history. It all happened along the iconic red brick line of Boston’s Freedom Trail. Join the most comprehensive and exciting walking tour of the Freedom Trail available. Take a stroll through downtown Boston while listening to stories about icons of the American Revolution like Paul Revere and John Hancock–along with lesser known pioneers and patriots from throughout the city's past. – Check off all 16 sites of Boston's Freedom Trail in one walking tour – Caters to history buffs and first-time visitors alike – Small groups allow for questions and interaction with the guide

Winner of Boston Magazine's Best Historical Walking Tour. A small group, in-depth exploration of Boson's original neighborhoods and a complete retelling of the American Revolution from the founding of Boston to the Declaration of Independence. Unlike most tours which limit themselves exclusively to what's on the Freedom Trail (in whichever order and direction it happens to go) this tour takes a wholistic approach to the city and the story. We follow a curated route visiting 14 iconic landmarks in the same order the history unfolded, pulling everything together into an immersive citywide narrative that recreates the drama and brings to life the passions personalities, and psychologies that invented America. There are no big crowds or cheesy costumes. This tour combines expert insights with a light-hearted sense of humor and expands beyond "just" the Freedom Trail so you will enjoy the charm of the old town while getting a real sense of the beautiful and booming modern city as well.

The American Revolution was dramatic, gritty, and full of uncertainty- an era of unparalleled political and social upheaval, even by today’s standards. Museum visitors are invited to explore this rich and complicated era and its connections to our world today. Located just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context, and encouraging exploration. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE – Two-day admission – Introductory film, available in English and Mandarin, exploring the drama of the American Revolution – Audio tours highlighting key artifacts and stories in our galleries are available in English, Spanish, and French. – Printed museum maps and guides available in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Japanese. – Special exhibits are always included with your admission! – Museum shop featuring unique gifts, books, and artifact reproductions.

Visit Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and immerse yourself in American Colonial history. This combo ticket provides 7 consecutive days of unlimited admission to each of historical attractions that are also connected by a 23-mile long scenic Colonial Parkway. You will have an incredible adventure imagining what life used to be like when you visit Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

Join a local expert guide on a relaxing stroll into the past on this Old City Philadelphia walking tour. We take our time and take a deep dive into what makes Philly such a historically significant city. After all, this is where the United States of America was born! Explore the cobblestone streets of Old City, past stunning pieces of architecture and iconic monuments. Learn about the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution while standing in the shadow of the building where both founding documents were created. View the famous Liberty Bell and discover why this broken bell is revered as a powerful symbol of freedom. Pay respects to Benjamin Franklin while at his grave site. Take a picture of the charming home of Betsy Ross, the famed upholsterer who is credited with sewing the first American flag. Our tour includes a special visit to the Museum of the American Revolution to view the tent that George Washington lived in for the majority of the war.

The Revolution is Here! Immerse yourself in the revolutionary stories of American history. With over 300 acres of iconic sites, historic taverns, and world-class art museums, history truly comes to life at the world’s largest living history museum. Meet our experts uncovering the past to better inform our future, enjoy live performances, meet talented tradespeople practicing period-specific crafts, and explore our 18th-century city on the verge of revolution. Every Colonial Williamsburg visit helps continue our mission — to ensure that the future may learn from the past.

This is more than just a 'sightseeing tour' (but there's plenty to see) but an in-depth presentation of the main features of Irish history—the English conquest, the influences of the American and French Revolutions, the Great Hunger, the struggle for independence, the Northern Ireland Peace Process, Brexit—by a history postgraduate.

This is the only tour in Old Town Alexandria that focuses on the Revolutionary War. We will show some of the most important (yet not well known) locations that led to the American Revolution. On this tour you will discover Alexandria's connection to the the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Bill of Rights. We will visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. Get ready to walk in the churchyard where George Washington publicly declared he would take up arms to fight for the American colonies. We will explore the historic homes and businesses of famous Revolutionary War veterans. Plus we will show you where the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the citizens of Alexandria! Along the way, we will point out places of interest and show you Alexandria's hidden gems. Ask questions and experience Old Town Alexandria through one of the most fun tours in the D.C. area!

The American Revolution was dramatic, gritty, and full of uncertainty- an era of unparalleled political and social upheaval, even by today’s standards. This 60-minute guided tour offers visitors an exclusive opportunity to see the Museum's exhibits before we open. Our museum experts will enhance your experience with additional insight into the artifacts and exhibits, provide behind-the-scenes details of the Museum’s creation, and inspire guests to dig deeper into the stories behind objects on display. MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE – Two-day admission. – Printed museum maps and guides available in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Japanese. – Access to special exhibits is included with your admission! Be sure to budget extra time to explore after your guided tour. – Museum shop featuring unique gifts, books, and artifact reproductions not found in other Historic Philadelphia gift shops.

2025: 250th Anniversary Celebration of America's Birthday! Great Boston Tours offers America's most comprehensive tour of the sites in Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775 that triggered the American Revolution. This 250th America's Birthday tour invites history lovers on a deep dive into the beginning stages of the American Revolution. Operated by a local American history expert, the day tour offers a level of information and attention to detail that simply cannot be experienced anywhere else in the Boston area. In 2025, to celebrate America 250, our nation's birthday, the National Park Service has embarked on a massive restoration and updating of key sites, exhibits and Battle Road. New for 2025 is admission to the Concord Museum. Get ready for a once in a lifetime experience! With stops in Lexington, Concord, the Concord Museum and more, you'll experience the key moments of the events that changed the world forever.

Come on to our history of black Americans tour presented by Junket! We often learn the history and stories of heroes of the American Revolution and the early history of America. What isn't often covered in history classes and history books is the story of African Americans who were enslaved during this time. On this unique tour, we'll discover the stories of African Americans who lived and worked in Colonial Williamsburg. From the slaves buried in the graveyard of the Historic First Baptist Church, to the woman who left property to her freed black servants, you'll uncover the untold stories of the oppressed, and their path to freedom.

Taking a vacation to Savannah? Hit the ground running (or walking, in this case) by scheduling this all-inclusive tour with a born-and-raised Savannahian for the start of your visit! Cover a broad range of topics including historic homes, African American history, important women, the Civil War and the American Revolution. Join the group in the morning right after breakfast and you'll have all the basics covered before lunch! This tour also includes a brief stop at a local cafe for guests to use the restroom and pick up refreshments.

Join Captain Pickles, as he takes you back in time, through the American Revolution in Boston. Our tours are a movement to restore the American spirit through storytelling, connection, and shared history. History isn’t just a series of facts and dates—it’s a living story shaped by the hands and hearts of countless individuals. GTG's mission is to make it fun to reclaim erased narratives, reignite purpose, and empower Americans to reconnect with their shared heritage in a way that’s engaging, inclusive, and unifying.

American history like you've never seen it before! Walk through the doors of two of the nation’s most significant historic buildings—the Old State House and Old South Meeting House. Constructed in 1713, the Old State House was the center of royal government in the Massachusetts Bay colony and the focal point for many of the Revolution’s most dramatic events. It was here that the Boston Massacre occurred in 1770. Built in 1729, the Old South Meeting House was the largest building in colonial Boston and the site of the most stirring mass meetings that led to the American Revolution, including the gathering that led to the Boston Tea Party. Today, these historic sites and museums—located just two blocks from each other in the heart of downtown Boston—provide exhibits, tours, educational offerings, gallery talks, and public programs. Enjoy both sites with one convenient joint ticket! From 2/17/25-2/23/25, all children ages 12 and under receive FREE admission!

Explore Philadelphia's Old Town on our music infused, British narrated and top notch technology guided tour. The top notch production quality will elevate the experience offering an ambiance of the revolution. Don't miss out on this experience. Now a rebel is defined as “a person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.” You will discover the sites of the American Revolutionary Rebels that fought the British Empire. The most powerful empire in the world. And won. You’ll see Ben Franklin’s grave, independence hall, the Betsy ross house, the restaurant the founding fathers feasted, Alexander Hamilton’s home, the Liberty Bell, Carpenters Hall, the First Bank of the United States, the oldest alley in Philadelphia and more. You’ll hear the tales of the American Rebels Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Haym Solomon, Betsy Ross, John Hancock and other well-known rebels that founded this great nation.

Come on to our historical tour of Philadelphia with our Rockstars of the Revolution Tour! Within a few blocks in Philadelphia, the idea of a free country was developed. You'll visit historic sites on this tour, including those where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were written, presidents lived, and delegates deliberated our country's future, among other respected buildings. We'll stop by a few well-known items along the way and learn the secrets and legends these buildings harbor. We'll discuss some individuals you've probably never heard of and share some obscure historical facts. Take a ride in our time machine and travel to 18th-century America.