Boston’s Freedom Trail: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Overview

Go beyond Revolutionary War history books with this affordable walking tour in Boston. • Take in important historical landmarks like the Boston Common which was entangled in America’s first fraudulent land transaction and the Granary Burial Ground • Hear from producer Mitch Lapin, a tour guide whose passion for history inspired him to lead guided tours for over ten years • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Itinerary

1. Freedom Trail

   This self-guided, self-paced walking tour follows Boston's Freedom Trail, going beyond the history books to reveal the fascinating stories you wouldn't uncover on your own.

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2. Massachusetts State House

   The tour starts in front of Massachusetts State House, the highest point in Boston. You'll learn how the VoiceMap app works and be introduced to the major themes of the tour while you walk.

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3. Granary Burying Ground

   You'll be guided through the Granary Burial Ground to the graves of some of America’s forefathers.

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4. The tour passes by the Paul Revere Grave. While walking, you'll hear about his 13 successful careers.

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5. The tour passes by the John Hancock's Grave. While walking, you'll hear about the trouble caused by his love of Madeira wine.

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6. The tour passes by the Omni Parker House. While you walk, you'll hear about some of its famous former guests like legendary Victorian writer, Charles Dickens, and presidential assassin, John Wilkes Booth.

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7. King's Chapel

   The tour passes by King's Chapel. While you walk, you'll find out why the King’s Chapel was built on top of a cemetery.

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8. The tour passes by the Old City Hall. You'll hear about the statue in front of the building while you walk.

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9. Old South Meeting House

   The tour passes by the Old South Meeting House. You'll hear about the museum while you walk.

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10. Old State House

    The tour passes by The Old State House. You'll hear the history of the building while you walk.

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11. The tour passes by the Faneuil Hall. You'll hear about how the Puritans are connected to the hall while you walk.

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12. Old North Church & Historic Site

    The tour passes by the Old North Church. While you walk you'll hear about the some of Paul Revere's many rides.

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13. Paul Revere Statue

    The tour passes by the Paul Revere Statue. While you walk you'll learn about the horse Paul rode.

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14. The tour ends in front of Boston’s oldest standing structure, the Paul Revere House.

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How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 2. Create an account 3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 4. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── • You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. • This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. • When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. • Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me

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What to know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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