We literally had no clue where to even start but did find a few of the markers and landmarks on the trail. I guess it can be confusing if you are not a local and are not planning out the itinerary. I'm also very bad at directions! But overall cool to see. read more

Such a great way to walk around and see the great sights of Boston. It's also very educational and the wealth of knowledge the tour guide had was phenomenal. Lafayette was right on point, funny and kept everybody engaged and was an extremely knowledgeable historian. You have to do this ! read more

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This is the most educational and best tour I have ever done. It was great for my daughter she had learned so much in the hour when it was time to do her US history she finished the entire semester in a week because we had learned it on the tour. But it was not just educational. It was fun. We had Kelli Strong and she made it so fun. She had jokes and she was factual. I did go a second time with my mom hoping to get Kelli again. Unfortunately, we did not we got another guy who was very educational. Not fun but educational. He did his job. But Kelli is just something else. Would hire her as a tutor for my daughter if I could. But this is a must do if you visit read more

Did this run a few years ago. It is a great way to get some exercise & learn about the history of the city.

Such a wonderful activity for the active tourist! This concept needs to be brought to more cities! Ginger is a great person AND an Iron Wo(Man), very I inspirational. At the end of the run, you get a free drink from 7-11, a shirt, and a short ferry ride back to Boston from Charlestown. Pro-Tip: I could have done without my jacket if I would have been willing to deal with being cold before the run started. And if you're big on photography like I am, have your phone ready because before you know it, you're running off to the next stop. I don't recommend bringing an actual camera. read more

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Jeremiah was a wonderful tour guide with knowledgeable and a humorous ability to present helpful information. Our tour was a delight and we would absolutely do this again. read more

Didn't run. Wife and I walked it. Over 4 miles. Loved every second of it. The history, the architecture, the culture. Was amazing

I highly recommend the Freedom Trail Run. We learned a lot about the history in Boston; got in a good, leisurely run; and had a great time with Ginger and Britney, our tour leads. Most of the historic sites are pretty empty during the morning, so you can get a real appreciation for the place and good pictures. There are only two times during the run when you'll get your heart rate up: running the half mile across the Charles River, and up Bunker Hill. Ginger and Britney knew a lot about the history of the various stops and conducted the entire experience with care for the runners and good humor. They really made this a phenomenal morning! read more

Freedom Trail Run - Ferry ride back. Ginger and Britney were great! - Historical Tours Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great way to visit all the Boston sites! Bring a good pair of walking shoes,bottle of water,and your camera! Seriously,this city has so much history. These Bostonions take this for granted. So glad we had the opportunity to literally visit the historical sites for Free. Just follow the red brick road! So add this to your things to do,cross over the bridge! I was going to pay for the Boston Go Card, but no need! Just $5 for Paul Riviere house,and all mostly is Free. They sell $1water all along the trail. Just make sure to weary comfy clothes and shoes! Great for all ages. Oh yeah,you need your id at the Uss ship read more

Jeremiah Poope made the trail just awesome. He was funny, even when he messed up. He made this historical tour fun. If you don't get Jeremiah Poope, good luck. read more

I love running and I love history; my husband though, loves neither but probably running more so to history. So, I write this review with both perspectives because it was the best of both worlds. We absolutely loved it! You saw the entire freedom trail with an incredibly knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. For someone like myself, I soaked up all the history that was bestowed upon us, for my husband, he appreciated the jokes and good fun associated with the information. You got to get in the sun and have some exercise but it certainly wasn't so much so that you couldn't have an enjoyable time with your group. Because of the chiller pace, you got to stop and take pictures too! So, you lived in the moment through the running and lived for the gram during the breaks. It was a perfect blend. It was a perfect way to spend 2 hours getting to see and know the beauty that is Boston. I'd classify this as a must-do. read more

I certainly didn't run this trail, but it's a nice way to give yourself a self-guided tour of Boston. Just follow the bricks and lines. No guide needed. Freebie! read more

As an avid runner I wanted to see the Freedom Trail in a way that would be really enjoyable. What better way than a run with people who know the Freedom Trail best? Eddie and Ginger have a really great thing going. The start time isn't too early, the landmarks aren't packed with tourists, the info they give is informative and interesting, you gets pictures along the way, and the pace is good for all levels. I definitely recommend this for anyone looking to experience the Freedom Trail in a unique way. read more

Fantastic way to see the Freedom Trail! Ed was a terrific guide. I highly recommend this if you enjoy running/jogging. The tour gives an entertaining overview of historic Boston. A short ferry ride at the end gives you a beautiful view of Boston Harbor too. read more

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This is a great tour especially for class trips. You get a chance to see some historical sites around the area. We were able to see the Green Dragon Tavern where some of the plans for revolution were set in motion. We also saw Paul Revere's house, which is still in tact. The trail then brings you to the Old North Church. Once inside the history of the church is explained. There is also a burial ground from before the revolution. Overall it's a great experience and I highly recommend it. read more

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Tour needs to be planned better. Too much time spent in first several stops and the the rest of tour was rushed. Also time ran over and many people are on a time schedule. read more

This was one of the highlights of our Boston visit. Running is a great way to see the city and this tour fills you in on some of the history as well. I run just a little bit for exercise so I wasn't 100% confident in my ability to keep pace, but this was definitely manageable. I still had energy to run back to our BnB from the ferry. Due to the nature of the beast (running from site to site), there isn't a lot of time to ask follow up questions but it's great to give you an overview and figure out where you want to come back to in depth. read more

Freedom Trail Run - Historical Tours Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Eddie, You definitely deserve five stars for doing an amazing job touring us last weekend!! The freedom trail run is a three mile running tour along Boston's Freedom Trail. I have lived in MA most of my life, and yet, have never gone along the whole Freedom Trail. Last weekend BF and I decided to check this tour out, as it was half historical, and half athletic-y. Really though, you don't at all have to be in shape to do this "run" as Eddie stops 17 times to teach you various things. I learned a lot of random info from Eddie...among them are... Tremont Street got it's name from three man-made hills, or, "mounts" Tre-mont. John Handcock's grave has a hand and three roosters on it, symbolizing Hand and Cock. The skinniest house in Boston is looking for renters. And you have a view of the cemetery when washing your dishes. Parts of gravestone slabs are removable to go downstairs into a tomb. So, yeah....you learn all these bits an pieces of info along the way. Eddie is extremely enthusiastic about his job, and very knowledgeable. He takes many pics along the way. The longest part of the run is about a half mile, as you head into Charlestown. At the end, he buys you a drink and you get a ride back on the ferry, where you get the best views of Boston. Oh, and you get a cute Boston Freedom Trail Run tee too! Definitely a fun way to learn a little about Boston history, without getting sucked into a full day of touring. We met at 8:15, and finished at 10:30. It was definitely worth $35 for a unique way to tour Boston on a Saturday morning! read more

I own my own bike touring company, so I tend to take tons of "tours" when I travel. Let me tell you, Eddie O knows his stuff! His knowledge of Boston's history is endless, and his speaking ability is quite impressive! Very engaging, loved the whole thing. The pace was very easy, so all levels can handle it. You stop 17 times to learn about an area, building, historical figure, etc, so you have lots of time to recover (if even needed!). Thanks Eddie O, I will (and have been) suggesting this to everyone I can. Can't wait to return the favor when you come to the island for a visit. Highly recommended! read more

I grew up in Boston and went to the Freedom Trail numerous times on various school trips ... and always dreaded it. Ugh history! :0) In college, we turned the Freedom Trail into a pub crawl... But THEN I found out about the Freedom Trail Run. Okay, I gave the Freedom Trail another shot... And Eddie and his crew of tour guides DIDN'T disappoint. This is a run designed for all ages and fitness levels. In total you run about 3 miles, but you stop at least 16 times at different historical landmarks. The longest stretch of straight running was about 1/2 a mile. Even though I was born and raised in Boston, I learned SO many new things during this tour and burned some calories doing it. Hello win-win. The tour guides are engaging and knowledgable. In total, the tour start to finish is exactly 2 hours and held no matter the weather. This is an event for locals and tourists alike. I had a blast and would totally do it again. In addition to the run, you get a t-shirt, a free non-alcoholic beverage at the end, a ferry ride back to the start and a lifetime of knowledge for $40. read more

Very cool and exciting way to see downtown Boston! I'm a local and it's always great to refresh my memory on just how historical Beantown is! Ginger and Eddie are superb!! read more

I have been living in Boston since February of 2010 and had yet to take a tour of the Freedom Trail. Finally after a year and a half, I took the plunge this past Saturday and saw the Freedom Trail 'in motion' under the direction of Eddie O. This tour couldn't have been better. It was a beautiful day, clear skies and temperatures in the mid-70's. We started right outside of the Park Street T stop (Park & Tremont) and ran along the Freedom Trail all the way to the Charlestown Navy Yard. This tour covers the great cemetery's along the trail, the old State House, Faneuil Hall, the North End and the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. Throughout the tour (3 miles), you stop about 15 times. The tour starts out slow with many stops, however, it gets slightly more difficult at the end. The longest stretch is about 1/2 mile over the bridge from Boston to Charlestown. The hardest stretch (in my opinion) is from bottom of a hill in Charlestown to the top to see the Bunker Hill Monument. As long as you can run a mile between 8-12 minutes you will be just fine on this tour. You definitely don't need to be a marathon runner, but don't test it out if you have never run before. There were a couple lagging behind on my tour and unfortunately by the time they caught up with the group they had missed the history and it was time to run again. Once the tour ends in the Charlestown Navy Yard, you are given plenty of water and a t-shirt, then everyone boards a ferry en route which drops off at Quincy Market. They do group tours (about 15-20 people) every Saturday & Sunday morning; the run is $35. This tour was so much fun and Eddie O. is awesome; he also takes plenty of pictures and e-mails them out to the whole group. If you have a chance to take this tour, I highly recommend it. Woohoo, Freedom Trail Run! read more

What a great tour!! Everyone was so nice, friendly and helpful!! We had Jeremiah Poope as our tour guide and wow! He was so knowledgeable and funny! Definitely kept everybody engaged. read more

I've done this run before, and thought it would be a cool Team building event for my daughter's 8th grade travel basketball team. And it was! The team had a blast, got in some conditioning, and learned some history about Boston along the way. Our guide Christen was fantastic also! read more

A lot of fun! Ran with my 8 year old. Ginger was a great guide- very informative but kept it interesting. The pace is quite slow so really anyone can do it (if you can run a little bit) Great ferry ride at the end from Charlestown back in to Boston. Definitely recommend! read more

This is SO fun! I had the best day ever learning so much and taking a tour around the city. It was one of the most memorable times I've ever had and it was a pleasurable experience. Would highly recommend it! read more

This was a really awesome way to see and hear about the history of Boston! I highly recommend this tour! Our guide Ginger was the BEST and we met some super amazing people! read more

Ginger was an incredible tour guide who ran a great pace, had great energy and definitely knew her history! Her enthusiasm for making the morning run fun was contagious and everyone was all smiles the whole way (including the final uphill push). Just visiting for the weekend, this is a great way to see some of the historical sights of Boston that you may otherwise never take the time to visit (some old burying grounds, Boston Massacre sight, the back alley spring, Newman's Window) all the while getting in a good workout. Though each run is very brief (and doable for people of all ages) you will find yourself with a light sweat and slightly breathless once you reach Tedeschi's. I absolutely recommend this for everyone regardless of whether or not you live in Boston or just visiting to learn a little more about America's history (and I hope you get Ginger as your guide!). read more

This was one of the best things I did while in Boston. You don't need to be a fast runner as there are plenty of stops filled with amazing history and details. What's great is that you see the details when you are touring by foot and have a chance to really soak up the city in ways you just can't do by bus. Eddie was a fun, approachable, and knowledgeable tour guide. Thank you for making it amazing. This is a MUST DO for anyone who is active and likes a fun adventure! read more

I was worried that it would be a daunting 2hour, 5k. Instead, I was thoroughly enjoying the run and the fun history. Eddie and Ginger were great guides! I felt like I got my morning exercise, informative tour and fun companions all in one event. Thanks read more

We had a great run on Easter morning. Our guide was super knowledgeable with great energy. I will definitely recommend to friends!

Traveled to Boston for a conference and wanted a way to get in a run while passing by some of the historic sites the city had to offer. Found the Freedom Trail Running Tour and was NOT disappointed! This 5K tour had us follow the Freedom Trail, stopping several times to view various sites like Samuel Adams' grave, the Old State House, Faneul Hall and the USS Constitution. Our tour guide, Ginger, was fantastic and cheerful as she gave us the quick facts about each location. At the end of the tour, we picked up a cool t-shirt and a drink while boarding the ferry back to the main part of town. We had great weather which provided for a fantastic overall experience. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Boston with little time to explore. The running pace was very easy and we stopped 16 times to look at sites - plenty of time to catch your breath! read more

By far, my favorite thing my wife & I did while in Boston. We are both active people who have both run 5Ks before. It's the length of a 5K but there are many stops in between so it wasn't much of a physical challenge for us. It's a *great* way to see the historical sites of Boston. There were stops for pictures, as well as a water break halfway, which was great considering it was already 95 degrees at 9:30am. You're comp'd a beverage at the end of the run and you'll also get a T-Shirt. Some of the guides also take pictures with a nice SLR camera & you can tag yourself in the pictures after the fact... on the house! Even if you're somewhat active, I highly recommend this! read more

Thought this would be an interesting and fun alternative to a hotel gym workout. It totally exceeded all expectations. It was funny, entertaining and extremely well planned. Ginger and Eddie are a great team. The running is easy and the commentary at each stop was very cool. I would highly recommend. read more

This run was a BLAST ! And I'm not even a real runner ... I huffed and puffed a bit, as the pace was a BIT faster than I expected, but given that I run slow as a snail, don't let that keep you away. We paused at ALL sorts of great sights along the trail, so there's plenty of time to catch your breath if, like me, you're not in the greatest running shape. This run is a GREAT way to see the Freedom Trail, plus there's a ferry ride and a T shirt at the end ! Also, with all the food I'd eaten in Boston, this was a great way to get in some exercise ! Wear GOOD running shoes, as the cobblestones in this town are a killer !! Eddie is a super entertaining history buff and filled us in on all sorts of trivia that I probably would not have known about otherwise. Also, this got us up and out of the hotel nice and early, and was a super start to the day. I highly recommend it !! read more

This was the first thing we did when we got to Boston (my first time) in July 2015 and it set the pace and guideline for the rest of our short visit and remained the highlight at the conclusion of the visit. Eddie, Danielle and Ginger have this running tour down to an art as well as a science. Eddie promised completion at the harbor at 10 am and I loved that he showed us his watch at that point and the time was 10:01. Wow for stating on schedule over a 5k running tour complete with detailed and interesting history telling at each of the 16 stops. I loved the little snippets preceded by "now get this" or "you're going to love this part" I loved this great morning dose of American history. I will do it again and hope to find similar options in the future touring new cities. read more

The Freedom Trail Run was our favorite part of our trip to Boston. We ran through the streets of Boston on a beautiful sunny Saturday morning. There was hardly any traffic and very few people, it felt like we had the city to ourselves. My husband and I run regularly and our kids 12 and 16 run occasionally. We all completed the run easily. We saw so many beautiful and historical sites and buildings and we saw them in a way that just doesn't happen on a tour bus. Our guides were great they had historical facts for us at every stop. It was an amazing time and a great memory. When we go back to Boston we will definitely do the Freedom Trail Run again. read more

We participated in a walk through Boston at the freedom trail. It is a nice walk through interesting streets and you pass interesting and old buildings. The trail is marked on the ground so you can't get lost ;) read more

I'm a runner and I enjoy trying to get a run in even while I'm away. I signed my boyfriend and I up and we enjoyed it so much!! This wasn't a challenging run so anybody who moderately runs can do it. Got to see great sites in Boston! The tour guides were really great too! I would do this run every time I'm in Boston. I wish every city had something like this! read more

I had a great time. The tour guides were super friendly and nice. They were also very informative and knowledgable about different historical sites in Boston. The running part was just as amazing as well. I was from Out of town and I just wanted to see the history of Boston. This tour did that and more. I felt like, after the tour, I saw everything I wanted to see. I recommend this to anyone that likes to run and loves history. read more