TourTruth score 8.6 out of 10
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Boston Freedom Trail Lantern Tour 1.5 hr
TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10
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9 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Boston
- 1 hr 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail by lantern light as a costumed guide shares true tales of pirates, witches, murders, and mystery.
About this tour
As lantern light flickers along Boston’s famous red-lined path, the city’s darker history comes alive. On the Boston Freedom Trail Lantern Tour, follow a costumed guide through stories of crime, mystery, and punishment woven into the trail’s past.
Over 90 minutes, hear true accounts of fatal sword duels, scandalous murders, spies and assassins, and the hanging of convicted witches. Discover the grave of a ruthless pirate, learn about tales of demonic possession, and see the Boston Gaol. The guided walk offers a vivid way to explore the Freedom Trail after dark, with local taxes and fees included. Entry to Freedom Trail sites and gratuities are not included; comfortable shoes are recommended, and the tour is recommended for visitors aged 12 and up.
Choose the Boston Freedom Trail Lantern Tour for an atmospheric walk through the stories that linger behind the city’s historic landmarks.
Highlights
- Explore the Freedom Trail by lantern light with a costumed guide
- Hear true stories of witches, pirates, murders, and demonic possessions
- See the historic Boston Gaol
What's included
Included
- 90-minute guided walking tour
- Local taxes and fees
Not included
- Entry to Freedom Trail sites
- Gratuities
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4.45 / 5 · 9 reviews
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Important information
- Recommended for visitors aged 12 and up
- Wear comfortable shoes
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.45 from 9 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.8.
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