This post covers the Boston subway system (known as the T), including a subway map, tips on choosing the right train line, fares, and travel cards. Stations are conveniently located throughout the city (we even start most of our free walking tours at a station). BOSTON SUBWAY MAP The T: Boston's Public Transportation System The […]
The following post will cover details about where to find the Bunker Hill Monument, when you can visit the museum, and how to climb the structure. It is free to visit and is one of the best things to do in Boston for free! WHAT IS THE BUNKER HILL MONUMENT? At the end of the […]
This post covers how to see the USS Constitution, where it’s located, the history of the ship and how to take a tour of Old Ironsides. It is free to visit and is one of the best things to do in Boston for free!
This post is about Cheers, the famous Boston bar, its background, where to find it (there are 2 locations), and some tips on what to eat. As local tour guides, we know that Cheers is what many would refer to as a tourist trap. However, the food reviews are not too shabby, and as we […]
This post is about the best things to do in Boston in June, including family-friendly, free, as well as nighttime activities and attractions, all updated for 2024. Be sure to check out our master guide on things to do in Boston at any time of the year. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may […]
Whenever we're guiding a tour in Boston, there's always a pretty good chance that one of our guests will ask about visiting the historic Fenway Park. That's why we've decided to create this helpful article to provide useful information about Fenway Park tours, including reviews and tour highlights. We also provide tips for how to […]
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and many people in Boston are Irish every day, so there is a big St. Paddy’s Day celebration in the Hub. If you’re not sure what to do or where to go, we’ve got you covered! Just watch out for Leprechauns and don’t drink too much Guinness. Things […]
This post lists the top things to do in Boston in May, updated for 2024, including free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly activities and events. 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. TOP 10 […]
Welcome to Free Tours by Foot, offering dozens of daily, pay-what-you-wish Boston walking tours. You can book our tours by browsing our tour calendar below. We offer tours at no upfront costs. You determine what you think the tour was worth or what you could afford after the tour is over; This ensures that your […]
This post covers the best things to do in Boston in April, updated for 2024. We include free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly events, activities, and attractions. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN APRIL This section covers our top ten list for April. For more ideas on popular things to do in Boston, check out […]
This post covers the top things to do in Boston in March, updated for 2024. We include free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly events and activities. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN MARCH The following section will cover the most popular and interesting activities available in Boston during this time of year. In addition to […]
This post covers the top things to do in Boston in February. We include free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly events and activities, all updated for 2024. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY The following section will cover the most popular and interesting activities available in Boston during this time of year. In addition […]
This post lists the top things to do during the month of January in Boston, as well as things to do at night, free activities, and family-friendly events. It has been updated for 2024. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN JANUARY This section covers our top ten list for January. When possible, we’ve noted activities […]
This post provides details about the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, what to see and do here, ticket pricing details and discounts. Overview Tickets Discounts Exhibits Activities Things to Do in Boston OVERVIEW The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) is the main art museum in Boston. It is one of the largest […]
This post highlights the best things to do in Boston in December. We include free, family-friendly, and nighttime things to do, all updated for 2024. As local tour guides, we compiled this list based on our own experiences, but also answering your questions. We lead thousands of people each month through the streets of Boston […]
This post covers the top things to do for Christmas in Boston, including nighttime, free, and family-friendly activities. I have updated the information for the 2024 holiday season. My name is Brian, and as a local, born and bred Boston tour guide, and I love answering my tour guests' questions about Christmas in Boston. I've […]
