Brian Burgess

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30 junio 2021
Things to do in Boston in September

This post covers the best things to do in Boston in September, updated for 2024 and including free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly activities. Let's dive in! TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER This section will feature our top 10 September activities to enjoy in Boston. Check out events and activities that we've also […]

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31 mayo 2021
27 Places to Visit in Boston

This post covers the top Boston attractions, including historic sites, museums, neighborhoods, and parks, as well as bus tours, boat tours, and our pay-what-you-like guided walking tours. Be sure to check out our posts on The Best Things to Do in Boston (tips from a local tour guide). Many of the items below are included […]

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24 marzo 2021
Freedom Trail Map and Self Guided Tour

The Freedom Trail at the center of historic Boston is a red brick path through the city leading visitors to many of the city's historic sites. This self-guided tour and map will cover the entire 2.5 miles (4 km) and 16 Freedom Trail stops.   Where Does the Freedom Trail Start? The Freedom Trail starts at Boston Common, […]

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4 marzo 2021
Boston Boat Tours and Harbor Cruises

This post provides details about the best discounts and deals available for Boston cruise services, including sightseeing tours, tall ship and sailboat outings, and dinner cruises. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. See the full text. OVERVIEW […]

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23 diciembre 2020
Best Lobster Places in Boston

Looking for the best lobster, lobster roll, or seafood places in Boston? Well, you are in the right place.  This post will provide suggestions for the best locations in Beantown that serve Lobster and Lobster rolls. Let's take a bite! As a local tour guide, I'm asked this question on almost every tour, and the […]

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14 diciembre 2020
What to Do at Night in Boston

This post covers things to do at night in Boston, including a top 10 list, free, as well as family-friendly activities. We also cover restaurants, museums, and sites that are open late. Let's get started! TOP 10 ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS AT NIGHT The following section will cover our top ten things to do in Boston after […]

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13 diciembre 2020
Harvard Museum of Natural History | 5 Tips for Discounts

This post covers a visit to the Harvard Natural History Museum, including details on tickets, discounts, exhibits, and more.

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11 noviembre 2020
Harvard University Walking Tour

This post covers how to tour Harvard University and the surrounding Cambridge area, including our pay-what-you-wish tour and our audio tour which you can take any time. There is also a tour guided by students, as well as a self-guided option. Harvard University is the oldest college in the United States (1636). Eight U.S. presidents […]

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9 noviembre 2020
Self Guided Boston Walking Tours

This post introduces you to our four self-guided walking tours of Boston, three of which are also available as audio tours. All our self-guided tours are written by our local tour guides who know the city inside out. These self-guided tours take you to most if not all, the significant locations in the neighborhoods in […]

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8 noviembre 2020
Whale Watching in Boston and Gloucester

This post is about whale-watching season in Boston as well as tours and excursions from both Boston and nearby Gloucester. We include an analysis of online reviews, tips on how to dress, and what to expect. When Is Whale Watching Season? Whale-watching season in the Boston area runs from April to October with the summer […]

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3 noviembre 2020
Boston Christmas Lights + Decorations

Nothing is more special than Holiday time in New England. Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, stars shine brighter in the sky, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, bell ringers herald the season and nothing tastes better than hot chocolate. And as local tour guides, we know a thing or two about seeing the […]

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26 octubre 2020
Where Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams Are Buried

This post is about Boston's historic Granary Burying Ground. We include a short history, who's buried here, how to get here, and a short self-guided tour.  WHAT IS THE GRANARY BURYING GROUND? For history buffs and visitors, Boston has several historic cemeteries. The most centrally located historic cemetery near Boston Common is the Granary Burying […]

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23 octubre 2020
Logan Airport to Downtown Boston

This post provides the best ways to reach downtown Boston from Logan International Airport, including public transportation, and taxis. TRAVELING BETWEEN LOGAN AIRPORT AND BOSTON  Logan International Airport is located on the east side of Boston and it is the busiest airport in New England. If you’re traveling to this city by plane, chances are […]

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20 octubre 2020
Little Italy Boston

Boston’s Little Italy neighborhood is famous for its delicious food as well as its colorful history. We have put together a quick, self-guided walking tour of Little Italy and the North End and some of its most interesting sites and bites. When writing this post, we tapped into our local tour guides' knowledge who, as […]

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12 septiembre 2020
Free and Cheap Things to Do in Boston Today

There are a lot of great things to see and do in Boston that won’t cost you a dime. This post covers some of the most interesting and fun activities you can enjoy for free and also a few cheap things to do. We've been offering walking tours of Boston since 2010 and have led […]

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20 agosto 2020
Free Museums in Boston

This post lists and describes the various free museums in Boston, including pay-what-you-wish museums and locations that offer free days. We also note those that are either family-friendly or open late or included in tourist passes. ALWAYS FREE MUSEUMS This section will list all of the museums that offer free admission whenever they are open. […]

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