Private tour in Boston Peter B

Boston "Quick" Layover Special

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Hours icon 2 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Peter B.

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Hi, my name is Peter. I've lived in Boston for forty years and I love it. I am a certified tour guide and published historian. I enjoy Boston for its historic significance, its quirky traditions, its rough-and-tumble politics, its architecture, museums, sports teams and its people. Boston is the home of the bean and the cod, the Puritans, the Brahmin, the Kennedys, the Red Sox, Bruins and Celtics and seventy colleges and universities. Let me tell you the stories that will make Boston come alive for you. I enjoy presenting Boston's history from the colonial era to recent times and I try to do so in a way that not too stiff and scholarly, though as a historian I pride myself on my accuracy. If you're interested in the Boston Massacre or Tea Party, I'll show you the sites and tell you the stories. If architecture is what you like, let me show you how some of our buildings, both lovely and ugly, have shaped our neighborhoods. And if your interests take us beyond the city proper, for instance, to Cambridge or Quincy or beyond, I'll be happy to accommodate as time permits. I can also adjust any of my tours to accommodate up to twelve people. I find a driving tour is the best way to see as much of Boston as possible in a limited time, but if you'd prefer to do some walking while you're here of course we can. If you'd like to visit a museum or restaurant or do some shopping during your tour, no problem! I can certainly keep you entertained on my own but if you'd like to plan the tour with me that would be great too. Shoot me a note and I'll send along a list of possible attractions and their websites for you to look over. Some guests send a list of addresses where they have lived or visited in the past, and would like a "walk down memory lane. " No Problem! Check out my ratings, they're all five-star! Bring your cameras and your kids, and I'll see to it that you leave our city with wonderful memories and mementos and the feeling that you'll want to come back again soon! I have a Commercial Drivers License that permits me to carry passengers. I am a member of the Bostonian Society I have a BS degree in American Studies I am a published historian, certified visual artist and former theatre producer and business owner

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Overview of your Boston tour

This fully-narrated "quick" two-hour driving tour will take you past the most historically significant neighborhoods in Boston including the North End, Charlestown, West End, Theatre District, Back Bay, Fenway, Prudential, Beacon Hill and Seaport District. You'll see the sights and hear the stories, from Boston's colonial past to its most recent history. Give me two hours and I'll show you a wonderful city with a rich culture and heritage!

Recent Reviews

Angelo P.United States
February 2023

Our tour was very enjoyable and Peter was a great guide

Patrick H.United States
September 2016

Peter B. was great. Very knowledgeable about old and new facts, who's who, where to go, fun things to do. I'd definitely use him again. Very polite, showed up on time, flexible, responded to my emails/texts. Thanks Peter!

Cindy P.Canada
September 2015

Had a great tour, would recommend tourbylocals and especially Peter.

Thomas G.United States
June 2015

Excellent guide! Knowledgable. Interesting. Entertaining. Clearly understood. We will recommend Peter to any of our friends or family who want to tour Boston.

Your Boston tour itinerary

This tour will begin at your air, train or bus terminal and take you past the most interesting and historically significant sites in Boston including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, the USS Constitution, the Bunker Hill Battle Monument, Copley Square and Fenway Park. Along the way you'll see the historic homes and churches of the Back Bay and the South End, Boston's Chinatown, Theatre District and Beacon Hill. You'll hear the stories behind Paul Revere's ride, the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You will see Boston's most prominent buildings and neighborhoods as well as some lesser-known points of interest, and you'll get back in time to make your next connection.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Comfortable minivan with heat and air conditioning as needed. Larger vehicles available for larger groups, please inquire.

What's included
Other: bottled water
What's not included
Other: Any souvenirs, food, drinks, museum admission if applicable, are not included in the price of the tour. For larger groups, please send an inquiry!
Meeting location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

I'll pick you up wherever you like, in or near Boston.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Layover
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
29718
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Boston best suited for?

This private tour in Boston is perfect for travellers who have a short layover or limited time in the city but want to experience its rich history and culture. It's also ideal for those who prefer a narrated driving tour with minimal walking, making it suitable for families with kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns. With Peter B. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into Boston's past and present.

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