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Boston History and Universities Tour 15 hr

TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10

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  • Boston
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Harvard, MIT, Boston’s Freedom Trail, and Quincy Market on a guided day trip from New York City.

About this tour

Trade New York’s skyscrapers for Boston’s historic streets, celebrated universities, and lively market halls on a full-day journey to New England. This Boston history and universities tour brings the city’s past and academic spirit together in one memorable outing.

Travel from New York City in an air-conditioned coach or van with a professional Spanish-speaking guide accompanying the group. In Cambridge, take a guided walk around Harvard University and see the prestigious campuses of Harvard and MIT. Then cross the Charles River into Boston to explore its historic center, stroll through Copley Square, admire Back Bay’s architecture, and follow part of the Freedom Trail, the red-brick route linking landmarks from the American Revolution. Visits to university buildings, churches, and museums are exterior only.

At Quincy Market, enjoy free time to choose your own lunch and browse for souvenirs; meals and drinks are not included. After a full day of discovery, settle in for the comfortable return journey to Manhattan. Choose this Boston history and universities tour for a guided introduction to the city’s landmarks, campus life, and historic character.

Highlights

  • Explore the prestigious campuses of Harvard and MIT
  • Walk Boston’s historic Freedom Trail and Copley Square
  • Enjoy free time to choose lunch at Quincy Market
  • See Boston’s historic center on a day trip from New York City

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip transportation from New York City in an air-conditioned coach or van
  • Professional Spanish-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
  • Guided walking tour of the Harvard University campus
  • Sightseeing tour of Boston’s historic center and the Freedom Trail

Not included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Admission to university buildings, churches, or museums; visits are exterior only
  • Optional tips for the tour guide and driver

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Important information

  • Weather-appropriate clothing is recommended
  • Weapons and sharp objects are not allowed
  • Alcohol and drugs are not allowed
  • The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments or wheelchair users

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This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 3.30 from 3 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 6.9.

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