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Freedom Trail


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 332 attractions in Boston
Traveler Description: There are at least four Different Tour Companies that tour guests on the Freedom Trail: Boston Adventures Boston By Foot The Freedom Trail Foundation... more »
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Attraction type: Historic walking area, Trail, Other, Tour
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Walking, Group tours/walking tour
Address: Boston, MA 02109
Tel: 617-357-8300
Fax: 617-357-8303

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5 of 5 stars
ggrlgr   5 contributions
huntington beach
Nov 17, 2009

Walked "The Freedom Trail" took 3 hrs and worth every minute!!!! Every American should walk this historic trail!!! more

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4 of 5 stars
katieboo924   5 contributions
Tampa, FL
Nov 11, 2009

We didn't pay for any tours, we printed a map and took our time. We were able to go on and off the trail as we pleased. Easy to follow, lots of interesting sights. more

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5 of 5 stars
TraveLearner067   1 contribution
Nashville, Tennessee
Nov 8, 2009

The Freedom Trail is truly an amazing trek thorugh the beginning of American history. Along the way, one sees Paul Revere's house, the Old South Meeting House, Old North Church, etc. However, the city is NOT built on a grid. It is very difficult at times to find one's way from one site to another. The pathway is supposed to... more

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5 of 5 stars
wantonstoup   264 contributions
Aurora, Colorado
Oct 29, 2009

We really had a terrific day walking the Freedom Trail - the colors bricks (and painted roads) were easy to follow. Be SURE to stop at the Visitor's Center first and get the map (and any info you need from the friendly staff!) more

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4 of 5 stars
ami8686   1 contribution
California
Oct 12, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We decided not to take the guided tour and save some money. Instead we bought the map from the Visitor Center and did it ourselves. It was great but bring good walking shoes! more

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4 of 5 stars
jbwWisconsin   1 contribution
wisconsin
Oct 10, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

My family loved the experience and energy of Boston and the wealth of history there. We not only did the obvious things on the trail, but investigated some of the beaten track events. What a great way to make history come alive. more

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3 of 5 stars
Snuprison   1 contribution
Bethany
Oct 9, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The freedom trail is an all day event for all ages. You will get to see the history of Boston and the United States. There are headsets availible to make the day more Interesting. You do not need a map all you do is follow the red line on the street. It is a great learning experiance and a great... more

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5 of 5 stars
eddie14418   25 contributions
Chicago, Illinois
Oct 4, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

LOVED IT!!! It was a little tiring, but soooo worth the walk. FYI--- we did the trail on our own. We purchased a book on the freedom trail and originally did it on our own, the whole thing. Be prepared to spend at least 4 hours walking it. It may take longer depending how often you stop to take everything... more

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5 of 5 stars
dewain7704   2 contributions
Pennsylvania
Sep 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This was the second time my wife and I walked the Freedom Trail. The first time was just after we were married, 32 years ago! We did the self-tour with a guide book. The trail is 2 1/2 miles long, and we took the whole day to walk it, seeing practically everything along the way. You could do the Trail... more

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4 of 5 stars
SW19Traveller   204 contributions
London, United Kingdom
Sep 13, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

The freedom trail is well worth doing since it is well sign-posted, has frequent guided tours (reasonably priced) and is a great introduction to the history of Boston. The section between Boston Common and the North End Church is especially good. Crossing the river is not the most pleasant experience (next to a busy dual carriageway) and I didn't find... more

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Freedom Trail Address

Boston, MA 02109
Tel: 617-357-8300 Fax: 617-357-8303