A Private Self Guided Walking Tour in Beacon Hill
Step into the heart of Boston’s past with our Beacon Hill Walking Tour —your self-guided audio companion through one of the city’s most historic and picturesque neighborhoods.
Wander charming cobblestone streets, admire gas-lit lanterns and stately brownstones, and uncover the stories of abolitionists, authors, and revolutionaries who once called this area home.
With expert narration and total flexibility, you can explore at your own pace—no tour groups, no schedules, just your own personal guide in your ear. Download now and let Beacon Hill’s history unfold as you go!
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A Private Self Guided Walking Tour in Beacon Hill
What's included in A Private Self Guided Walking Tour in Beacon Hill
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial
This bronze relief sculpture recognizes Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and the Massachusetts 54th Regiment, one of the first African-American units in the Union Army during the Civil War. Sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens completed the memorial in 1897.
Massachusetts State House
Opened in 1798, the Massachusetts State House is one of the oldest state houses still in continuous use. Boston's Charles Bulfinch designed the original brick structure, which is considered one of the best examples of Federal-style architecture in the United States. Within the state house, guided and self-guided tours pass stately rooms, murals depicting famous events of the American Revolution, and the Sacred Cod.
Otis House
The first of three houses architect Charles Bulfinch designed for Harrison Grey Otis and his family. Otis was a prominent politician and real estate developer, but his more famous uncle James Otis was a Patriot during the American Revolution, and is credited with coining the phrase 'Taxation without representation is theft." The home was completed in 1796 and is another excellent example of Federal-style architecture. Tours are available on limited days.
Inclusions
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Private transportation
- Entrance Fees
- Parking Fees
- Meals & Refreshments
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- For the exact starting point of your tour, please refer to the app. Remember, the tour is fully customizable—feel free to choose your stops and explore at your own pace!
End Points
- The tour ends at either the Boston Public Garden or the Massachusetts State House.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
HOW TO REDEEM YOUR TOUR: Thank you for purchasing the Beacon Hill Walking Tour. Before you start your adventure, you'll need to redeem and download the tour in the Shaka Guide app. Follow the instructions below: *Please Note: The redeem code is the 10-digit booking reference number on your ticket (located under the barcode). 1. Download the Shaka Guide App in the App Store or Google Play Store (or use the link at the bottom of this email) 2. Open the app and go to the support tab 3. Click Account Settings 4. Click Retrieve Purchases 5. Select Use Redeem Code (the 10-digit booking reference number on your ticket, located under the barcode) 6. Sign up with your email ID 7. Enter the redeem code shared above in the message. Once you've redeemed your tour, you'll find it under "My Stuff" in the app. For a smooth ride, download the tour with wifi before you go. We can't wait for you to explore with Shaka Guide! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected] or call (808) 201-8138 DOWNLOAD THE APP HERE: www.shakaguide.com/download
