Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Boston, MA

Explore the eerie side of Boston as you take a stroll through some of its most haunted locations with a local guide. Learn about Boston's rich history and the ghosts who inhabit its hallowed halls. Perfect for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike, this 1.5 mile, 90 minute walking tour offers a unique glimpse into the city's haunted past...and present. This is a small group tour, limited to 15 guests, so you are part of a conversation, not a lecture. - Visit some of Boston's most historic and haunted sites - Hear chilling tales of ghosts and supernatural events - Ideal for history lovers and those seeking a thrilling experience - Expert local guide provides insights into Boston's haunted history

Choose between either a 1.5 or 2-hour sail around Boston Harbor aboard one of our beautiful schooner Adirondack sailboats! These classic boats are reminiscent of the sailboats from the 1890s. Sail past the seaport district, Castle Island, Fort Independence, Spectacle Island, and Long Island with Long Island Head Light. Great for families and friends who want to sail and see the sights of Boston from the water! Within minutes of leaving the dock, guests will forget the distractions of life on land and experience the joy of a leisurely sail. Sit back and relax as the crew raises sail and provides beverage service. Drinks are available for purchase by credit card only. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic onboard. The knowledgeable captain and crew are always ready to answer questions about the sights and history of Boston Harbor and its surrounding areas. From interesting facts to old-time legends, the maritime world of Boston has many great stories to offer.

This tour goes beyond surface‑level sightseeing and weaves the sites, people, and turning points of Boston’s iconic Freedom Trail into one immersive, chronological journey. Rather than a checklist of disconnected highlights, this small‑group, scholar‑crafted experience lets you follow step by step and start-to-finish how a small colonial town sparked a world‑changing revolution. You’ll visit 14-plus official landmarks including Paul Revere’s House, the Old North Church, and the Old State House as our expert storytelling brings to life the Sons of Liberty, the Boston Massacre, the Tea Party, the Midnight Ride, and Bunker Hill—and you grasp how they all fit together. The content is as entertaining as it is educational, so you learn without ever feeling taught. Winner of Boston Magazine’s “Best Historical Walking Tour.” The route is designed to be both comprehensive and comfortable, and we take the time to do justice to both modern Boston and its historic legacy as a living whole.

Cruise through Boston Harbor on the Yacht Patriot, a modern take on a 1920s yacht, for an intimate 1.5-hour cruise. We offer a daytime narrated tour, that allows guests to dive into the rich history of Boston as a local guide highlights key landmarks like the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, and the historic waterfront. We also offer a non-narrated sunset cruise option that will cruise by the USS Constitution to watch the cannon fire at sunset. Both experiences offer unobstructed views and a relaxing atmosphere away from the city's hustle.

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational experience designed to engage your sense of wonder and challenge perceptions through the science behind optical illusions. We offer over 50 immersive, hands-on exhibits to explore. The illusion rooms, installations and holograms let you defy gravity, grow and shrink your body, walk into a life-size kaleidoscope, and play tricks on your senses at every turn. It’s a mind-bending journey that deceives the senses and reveals how the brain interprets reality.

Boston’s story didn’t end with the American Revolution—it only got more delicious. Shaped by waves of immigration, global trade, and constant innovation, Boston and its food have evolved. Every bite tells a piece of the city’s history, even some we're not proud of. Food reflects who we are—your culture, your environment, and your economy—and in Boston, that spans centuries of change. On this walking tour, you’ll explore Boston’s rich history through the lens of what its people have harvested, eaten, and produced—from pre-Colonial Native Americans to the 20th century. Discover how molasses fueled candy and commerce, cod fed empires, science expanded diets, and tea sparked revolution. We’ll taste classic New England dishes and modern Boston favorites, plus some sweet surprises you might not realize have local roots! If you’re hungry to go beyond the Freedom Trail and experience Boston’s history through its flavors, this tour is for you. Bring your appetite and your walking shoes.

Walk the Boston Freedom Trail, America’s most historic 1.2 mile walk, with our experienced, local guides. We offer the most exciting, detailed tour of this incredible trail, and we can answer all of your questions along the way. See historic sites, points-of-interest, architecture, and Boston's famous North End with over 75 restaurants and pizzerias. Follow in the footsteps of America’s revolutionary heroes. See the graves of Paul Revere, Sam Adams and John Hancock; see King’s Chapel, Benjamin Franklin’s statue, the Boston Massacre site, Faneuil Hall (“Cradle of Liberty”), Paul Revere's home, Little Italy, and end at the steps to the Old North Church.

Embark on a sweeping, visually-striking journey through the heart of Boston to uncover the story of the most ambitious, controversial, and transformative mega-project in American history. You will walk the very path where a roaring, elevated green monster of a highway once choked the city, and discover how engineers froze the earth, moved mountains of dirt, and spent 22 billion dollars to bury it. This is a story of staggering engineering triumphs, heartbreaking community displacement, and the ongoing battle for the soul of Boston's neighborhoods. A 4.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 123 min Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Discover the sweeter and spookier side of Boston on this haunted donut walking tour. Enjoy delicious donuts and sweet treats while exploring the city’s eerie history, ghost stories, and local legends. Visit historic Granary Burying Ground, where famous Bostonians including Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock are buried. Continue past iconic landmarks like Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market before enjoying more treats at Boston Public Market. From there, venture into the historic North End, where narrow streets and old brick buildings provide the perfect setting for mysterious tales. Pass Old North Church and hear stories from Boston’s darker past before finishing at Copp’s Hill Burying Ground. Come hungry and ready for a fun mix of sweets, history, and spooky stories.

This small-group tour stands out by offering an intimate, authentic experience, allowing guests to connect more deeply with Boston’s local stories. With a focus on personal attention, our passionate local guides share not just historical facts but real, untold stories of the city, making each stop feel unique. The small group size ensures a more personalized experience, giving you the chance to ask questions, interact, and truly immerse yourself in the heart of Boston’s history. It’s more than just a tour—it’s a genuine journey through the city’s past, told by the people who live it.

Discover Boston beyond the revolution. WEM showcases the history of a neighborhood with a rich and storied past that was destroyed by urban renewal efforts between 1958 and 1962. Experience how our the West End evolved from one of the country's earliest settlements of free Black people, to a diverse immigrant community, became a debris field, and transformed into the neighborhood you see today. Deepen your understanding of Boston's urban history and cultural heritage at the only urban planning museum in the United States. **LAST ADMISSION 30 MINS BEFORE CLOSE**

The "revolutionary" mini golf experience is now open indoors at the historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace! Embark on a cross-country road trip without ever leaving Boston's North End. With 18 vibrant holes inspired by iconic US landmarks and landscapes, Putt Across America is WICKED FUN for golfers of all ages. Make stops at iconic landmarks, national parks, and historical moments including the Boston Tea Party, Niagara Falls, The Alamo, The Grand Canyon, and more!

Let a costumed colonial dressed expert Guide show you Samuel Adams Boston, Sam Adams was a key figure in many of Boston's key Revolutionary events The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party and more... At The Tour of The Freedom Trail, our Mission is to provide family-friendly experiences that guide guests as they discover Boston's history on walking tours to the historic locations along Boston's Freedom Trail. Join us on a 1 hour and 45 minute walking tour and learn about the inspiring history of Boston on The Tour of The Freedom Trail. Traverse through the graveyards and sites of the Boston's history including the Tea Party and The Boston Massacre with a costumed historical interpreter.

Take advantage of your visit to Massachusetts by touring both Plymouth and Cape Cod combined. This tour offers scenic photo ops and points of interest spanning the period in American history from the 1600s through the 1800s. Each tour has a maximum group size of 14 to allow for a personal touch, so you can linger longer at important sites. This is a fully escorted tour. The company owner is a former history teacher and a local. You will tour Cape Cod and the quaint Town of Sandwich, see the spectacular Cape Cod Canal and Sandwich Boardwalk. Also included is admission to the Sandwich Glass Museum, 1600s Dexter Grist Mill (seasonal), and the spectacular Sandwich Boardwalk and salt marsh. In Plymouth see the Forefathers Monument, Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II, and numerous monuments. In late September through November the route changes to encompass Fall foliage at its best. We offer fixed pickup locations throughout Boston.

To play Operation City Quest in Boston , you'll use an app to gather points by completing exciting tasks and finding objects around the city in any order you choose. Use strategy to gain the most points on the app's leaderboard and beat out other teams. Our scavenger hunt has a remote host that will help throughout the game via chat. Let's get competing in Boston.

Meet Boston, after dark. The real Boston. The Boston of terrifying serial killers, infamous gangsters, urban legends, bizarre industrial accidents, unsolved crimes, ghost stories, and other extraordinary tales. Led by a Boston local, this is Boston like you've never seen it. Our tour is capped to 15 guests so you are part of a conversation, not a lecture! This 90 minute/1.5 mile walking tour takes you through two of Boston's most notorious neighborhoods; the North End and the West End. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. This is not a kid-friendly tour. Children under 13 are not allowed, and parental discretion is advised for those 13 and up. This tour contains foul language, and discussions of death and violence. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are responsible for their own and their children's behavior. This tour will run in light rain. We will cancel for unsafe or unpleasant weather conditions. Tour requires at least two guests to operate.

More than a cooking class, this is an opportunity to experience Vietnamese culture through food, storytelling, and personal connection. Join Liem in his Boston home as he shares family traditions, culinary techniques, and the fascinating history behind beloved Vietnamese dishes such as phở, crispy eggrolls, and banana blossom salad. As you cook together, you'll learn not only how to recreate authentic recipes but also the cultural significance of the ingredients and flavors that define Vietnamese cuisine. Enjoy the meal you've prepared in a welcoming home setting, creating memories and connections that extend far beyond the kitchen. Choose the optional market trip and discover Vietnamese ingredients and pantry staples at a local supermarket while learning about Vietnamese food culture.

Yelp's 2025 pick for Massachusetts #1 food tour! Create food memories with one of Boston's original food tours. Our North End Neighborhood Tour offers a view of Boston's Little Italy from the perspective of our founder, a native Bostonian, with topics ranging from best eats to history to crime to movies, and personal stories that you can't Google! We've included some surprises, too, including FOUR sites that aren't what they appear to be, and two hidden gems in a very unexpected place. And, if you're lucky, you might meet a neighbor or two!

Discover Boston's oldest neighborhood on a food tour that's equal parts delicious and "mostly" accurate. Join a local guide as you wander the cobblestone streets of the historic North End, stopping at handpicked restaurants to sample iconic local favorites. Along the way, you'll uncover fascinating stories, colorful legends, and the rich history that shaped one of America's oldest cities. Perfect for food lovers, history buffs, and curious travelers, this relaxed walking tour combines incredible local flavors with unforgettable storytelling for an experience that's as entertaining as it is delicious. Tour Highlights * Enjoy six generous tastings, including handmade ravioli, brick-oven pizza, a classic Italian sandwich, seasonal New England treats, fresh cannoli, and a Boston lobster roll. * Explore Boston's oldest neighborhood with a local guide. * Discover fascinating history, local legends, and Mostly Accurate stories. * All food and 20% gratuity for each stop is included.

Explore Beacon Hill on a small-group walking tour led by a longtime Boston guide. Walk along brick sidewalks while listening to insightful commentary with insider perspective on the area’s history, architecture, and famous residents—past and present. The tour also includes simple, creative photo tips to help you capture Beacon Hill’s scenic charm in ways you might not have considered before. This experience is designed for history buffs, urban explorers, smartphone users, and casual photographers. It is a guided walking tour with historical commentary and creative photo tips, not a technical photography class. Discover why Acorn Street is the most photographed street in Boston, what makes Louisburg Square one of the city’s most exclusive addresses, and where Beacon Hill’s hidden gems are located—places that are hard to find on your own. A PhotoWalks Beacon Hill tour offers a memorable way to experience one of Boston’s most historic neighborhoods. *Space is limited.*

Guided by a local musician, explore Boston’s rock and roll past, present (and future), on a walking tour through Boston’s Fenway neighborhood. Visit the sites of legendary venues like the Rat, Storyville, and the Boston Tea Party- The Velvet Underground’s favorite place to play in the whole country! Learn how pioneering DJs, producers, and educators sparked a revolution in how music was transmitted, recorded and taught. And trace Boston’s impact on the careers of iconic artists like B.B King, Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, Springsteen, Tracy Chapman, New Edition, Nirvana, Aimee Mann, Pixies, Radiohead, Peter Wolf, Bonnie Raitt, Van Morrison, Jonathan Richman and more. Scroll below to learn more….