Peter was an excellant guide and had a wonderful knowledge of Boston; great fun. Thanks Peter
Private tour in Boston Peter B
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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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Warm or cold, Boston is a great place to see the sights! The Freedom Trail and other popular Boston attractions are worth some effort, but can be cold in bad weather. Don't let our frigid winter weather keep you cooped-up in your hotel. Allow me to pick you up and show you around in comfort. This fully-narrated driving tour of Boston concentrates on historic sites listed below. I'll tell you the stories and you'll be charmed by Boston's history and architecture. The van will be warm and toasty, but you'll have plenty of time to hop out into the cold to take pictures if you like. The tour can be customized to your interests.
Peter was an excellant guide and had a wonderful knowledge of Boston; great fun. Thanks Peter
Peter is an excellent guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about Boston and its history. The time we spent with him was enlightening and enjoyable. He is also a very personable tour guide.
Peter was Great!! He's like an encyclopedia of history. We learned many things that we never realized. He was friendly, courteous, professional and fun. The title of the tour was perfect for what we did. It was a cold blustery day but his van was nice and warm. I highly recommend the tour…and Peter
We were so glad we booked this tour considering the weather was cold and raining. In addition to driving the Freedom Tour route, we also drove by many noteworthy areas of Boston. Many of the facts and stories he shared stuck with us so that when we explored some of the sites on foot, it helped enrich our experience.
Peter was charming, informative and also very flexible with us. We had a teenager along who was interested in different things than the older folks and Peter just made the magic happen. He even made a special stop for our daughter at MIT so she could check out the bookstore and get a souvenir. His tour was the highlight of our trip to Boston.
Peter is a great guide, teacher, raconteur. He makes history come alive
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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Comfortable minivan with heat and air conditioning as needed.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
I'll pick you up wherever you like, in or near Boston.
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