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The Underground Railroad/Black Heritage Trail Private Tour

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Trip Highlights

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Explore past a rich tapestry of residential and church history

Explore past a rich tapestry of residential and church history

Walk on the narrow streets and alleyway

Walk on the narrow streets and alleyway

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Explore past a rich tapestry of residential and church history

Explore past a rich tapestry of residential and church history

Walk on the narrow streets and alleyway

Walk on the narrow streets and alleyway

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Explore Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood

Description

The Underground Railroad was not a railroad or underground but it did have real live conductors who gave their lives so Slaves could be free. Underground railroad is a symbolic name used for over 200 years to break away from slavery. The price listed for for all walking tours is for up to 10 participants. Each additional guest is $10.00/person up to 30 people.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Up to 10 people
Price starts at
$325
Languages
English
Meeting Point
Corner of Tremont Street and Boylston Street at thje Boylston Street Subway station
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Why take this tour?

With this tour, you will not be looking through a bus window, but you will be walking the narrow streets and alleyway that the slaves walked in the dark late at night so they would not be caught and sent back to there owners.

 

The city's black heritage trail explores Beacon Hill's rich historic African American neighbourhood. You will explore and stroll past a rich tapestry of residential and church history, also its architecture, and learn about Beacon Hill's special place in history as one of the nation's premier stops along the African American Underground Rail Road and the courageous people who helped achieve the slaves' freedom, making it a meaningful experience for those in Beacon Hill communities.

Included

  • Local Tour Guide
  • Photographic Sceneries
  • 2-hour walking tour

Things to know

Payment

Full payment is required in advance by major credit cards to reserve tour date. We also accept payments via Venmo. Every attempt is made to keep the booking calendar current but issues can arise. Alternate dates or times or full refunds will be offered if a tour cannot be offered after making an online booking.

Reservation

Please give us a call: 866-817-8687 or send us an email: info@bostontours.com to book this tour.

Adjustments to cost

Adjustments to cost may be necessary if the itinerary or length of tour changes. Does not include any charges to optional sites that may charge admission. Want to give a gift card for a tour or part of a tour? We've got you covered!

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of a reservation must be made at least 72 hours prior to the tour to qualify for a full refund. 50% refund between 48-72 hours. No refunds will be issued within 48 hours of a tour.

Online booking fee

Online booking fee (5 percent) is not included in the cost of the tour and is added at checkout if booked through our website. Call us to book to save 5 percent!

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