Lexington and Concord private half day tour

19 Reviews4.95 out of 5 stars Based on 19 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures© and TripAdvisor | Boston, USA

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3 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This half day private tour is a perfect way to visit the Revolutionary War towns of Lexington and Concord and see the site where the "shot heard round the world" was fired.
We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant sites along the way to give a detailed account of what and how things unfolded in April 1775.
The travel time from Boston to these towns is 45 minutes each way and you'll be in one of our comfortable Honda Odyssey private vehicles with an experienced, knowledgeable and licensed tour guide.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pick up at Downtown Boston hotel or accommodation in a Honda Odyssey van.

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Meeting point

Flour Bakery + Cafe, 12 Farnsworth St, Boston, MA 02210, USA

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If you are not staying in Downtown Boston, let's meet at Flour Bakery, 12 Farnsworth St, Boston.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Description

Stop At: Munroe Tavern, 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Massachusetts 02420

Drive from Boston, past Harvard and on to Lexington, which is about 35 minute drive.
Stop at this former British army headquarters and field hospital (1775) and hear a description of Paul Revere's journey to the town of Lexington.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hancock-Clarke House, 36 Hancock St, Lexington, Massachusetts 02420

From the outside we'll give the history of the house and why Sam Adams and John Hancock took refuge here to avoid capture by British forces.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Lexington Green, Bedford St, Lexington, Massachusetts 02420

The site where the first shots of the Revolutionary War were fired. You'll have the opportunity to walk across the green, hear how the battle started and all that happened.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, Massachusetts 02420

From the outside we'll share how the local militia waited for the arrival of British forces while enjoying a "refreshment".

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Battle Road Trail, Concord, Massachusetts

We'll follow the route taken by British forces the morning of April 19th 1775 and stop at the Paul Revere capture site.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, 399 Lexington Rd, Concord, Massachusetts 01742

Quick photo stop (optional) at the Alcott home, and where Louisa May wrote Little Women.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The Old North Bridge, 174 Liberty St, Minuteman National Historical Park, Concord, Massachusetts 01742

Walk onto the site where the "shot heard round the world" was fired and British forces met with unexpected and underestimated resistance from MA minutemen and militia.
Drive from here, back to Boston, about 45 minute drive.

Duration: 1 hour

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 3 hours (Approx.)
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Licensed guide
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to any of the sites

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-349013P2

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Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 19 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures© and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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