Private tour in Boston Peter B

Boston Sightseeing Driving Tour

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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 three-hour driving tour provides an overview of Boston by concentrating on our historic past and thriving present. This is an ideal tour if you're visiting Boston, and are looking to make the most out of your time here. Travelers are sure to find a place or two along the tour that they wish to return to on their own. You'll see the sights and hear the stories, from Boston's colonial past to its most recent history. You'll see Boston's most prominent buildings and neighborhoods as well as some lesser-known points of interest. This is the best way to see as much of Boston as possible at a pace you will enjoy. Ample opportunity for taking pictures provided. This is an excellent tour for first-time visitors or seasoned travelers. This tour can be adapted to the interests of the travelers. Enthusiastic five-star reviews of this tour and tour guide place this among the most thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommended tours available.

Recent Reviews

Thomas D.United States
6 days ago

Peter knows his Boston "stuff" and provides a very knowledgeable tour. Highly recommend.

Robert M.United States
2 weeks ago

Very knowledgeable about historical aspects of the region and beyond. Tour is well paced, customizable so you get to see what you want and skip what you don’t. Transportation is comfortable, water is provided and pickup and drop off points are very flexible. Communication was excellent. I would book another tour if visiting again.

Tammy M.United States
2 weeks ago

If you have the chance, you have to take this tour with Peter! Best part of our trip. Peter was knowledgeable, flexible to adapt the tour to our interests and made sure we saw the best places but had the stories and history to go with it. Solid 5+ stars!!!

Mary Beth L.United States
3 weeks ago

Peter was an excellent guide! He made touring Boston possible for my 80+ year old parents, and introduced my twenty something year old children, who live in Boston, to history they wouldn’t have otherwise known. He was so knowledgable and professional. He answered every question quickly and confidently. Highly recommend his tour without reservation. Thanks for a wonderful day, Peter!

Liz G.Canada
July 2026

We were a group of six visiting Boston for the first time. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Peter was a very personable, knowledgeable and an incredibly engaging guide. After our tour, there were several times during our remaining days that someone in our group would bring up something we had learned or seen on our tour with Peter and say how impressed they were with the entire experience. We highly recommend Peter. Thank you from all of us.

Elizabeth L.United States
July 2026

Peter was the ultimate tour guide on our 3 hour tour of Boston. He was super informative, a fountain of knowledge and an excellent communicator - also a very good driver! We learned so much about Boston from history to sports to the nuances of all of the areas of the city. Could not recommend Peter more!

Your Boston tour itinerary

This tour will begin at your home, hotel or cruise ship and take you past the most interesting places in Boston including: The Paul Revere House, Old North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Battle Monument and Museum, Faneuil Hall, The Old State House, King's Chapel, The Granary Burial Ground, The Boston Common, The "Cheers" Bar, The Back Bay and Copley Square, The Fenway Neighborhood and Fenway Park, The campuses of MIT and Harvard University in Cambridge, Beacon Hill, Old South Meeting House, and The Boston Massacre and Tea Party sites. Full narration by a professional historian and experienced guide and ample opportunities for taking pictures will be provided.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Comfortable minivan with heat and air conditioning as needed.

What's included
Other: bottled water
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Any souvenirs, food, drinks, museum admission if applicable, are not included in the price of the tour. For larger groups, please send an inquiry!
Food Drinks Snacks
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
Layover
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
29679
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 both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers who want to explore the city's historic past and vibrant present. It's ideal for those looking to make the most of their time in Boston, as it covers a wide range of significant sites and offers a comprehensive overview of the city. The tour can also be adapted to suit your interests, making it a great choice for anyone wanting a personalized experience.

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Hours icon 3 hours
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