Beacon Hill: Small Group Tour of Civil War Boston
Explore hidden history on Beacon Hill's Black Heritage Trail, learning stories from America's "Second Revolution" prior to the U.S. Civil War.
Highlights
- Best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide!
- Your 2.5-hour loop tour travels from Boston Common to visit Underground Railroad sites, elite homes of
- Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1833 to 1863, the tumultuous years leading toward Civil War.
- We walk in the footsteps of 19th-century Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the
- With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's role in America's
- As we travel past landmarks from Civil War Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of local Bostonians finding their voices and demanding an end to injustice across their young nation.
What's included
- Black Heritage Trl (10 sites)
- Small Groups (16 guests)
- Beacon Hill Neighborhood
- Guides in Period Costume
- Admission inside Museums
- Gratuities (optional)
Overview
Boston's role in the fight to end legalized slavery is linked by the Black Heritage Trail in historic Beacon Hill. This pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour loop tour travels from Boston Common to visit Underground Railroad sites, elite homes of "Boston Brahmins," and abolitionist landmarks such as the African Meeting House.
Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1833 to 1863, the tumultuous years leading toward Civil War. We walk in the footsteps of 19th-century Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the "peculiar institution" of racial enslavement in the U.S.
With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's role in America's "Second Revolution." As we travel past landmarks from Civil War Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of local Bostonians finding their voices and demanding an end to injustice across their young nation.
Itinerary:
Beacon Street @ Charles Street
The tour gathers on Boston Common at the intersection of Beacon and Charles Streets. Please meet your guide at 1 Charles Street (02108), inside Boston Common and across the street from Starbucks Coffee.
Boston Common
Acorn Street
Louisburg Square
Phillips School
John J Smith House
Charles Street
Charles Street Meeting House
John Coburn House
Lewis and Harriet Hayden House
Otis House
Old West Church
Charles Sumner House
Smith Court Residences
Abiel Smith School
African Meeting House
George Middleton House
Massachusetts State House
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial
Additional Information
Please note:
Animals or pets allowed
Public transportation nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty standing for extended periods
Please text 844-HUB-TOWN if you are having issues finding the tour group!
Know before you go
What do I need to bring? - Weather-appropriate clothing, Comfortable walking shoes & Water and snacks, if desired.
Cancellation policy
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
