Things to do over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day long weekend in Boston (Updated 2026)

Visit the real locations where the American Revolution began, while listening to hilarious yet little-known stories about our ancestors. Stand on Lexington Battle Green and...
$149

True Crime Tour of Boston
Come along on this adults-only tour of some of the locations connected to Boston's criminal past. On this true crime tour of Boston, we will...
$26

A 90-minute walking tour of the Freedom Trail that covers the first 11 historic sites. It starts in Boston Common at the Visitor Information Center...
$450

Leave Boston behind and set out on a full-day journey to Martha's Vineyard, one of New England's most beloved islands. This experience blends a scenic...
$100

Experience Niagara Falls at its most dramatic on this two-day journey from Boston, featuring a rare nighttime exploration and an optional up-close daytime adventure. Arrive...
$307

As a lifelong resident of the North End of Boston this isn’t just about what you eat—it’s about where you are and who you’re with....
$98

Discover thousands of marine animals at the New England Aquarium! Meet green sea turtles and penguins, and watch seals and sea lions at play. See...
$40

On this tour, you’ll cross the Charles River and enter the City of Cambridge. Renowned as one of America’s most bicycle-friendly cities, you will experience...
$78

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...
$42

After your cruise ship docks in Boston, spend your time seeing the city's top attractions on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour! Explore Boston at your...
$58

Boston Haunted Pub Crawl
Ready to mix spirits with… well, spirits? Join Boston’s premier haunted pub crawl, where the drinks are strong and the ghost stories are even stronger....
$35

Enjoy a private pickup and ride to historic Salem with your guide. Walk the streets where hysteria once ruled, and learn about the Puritan past...
$155

Immerse yourself in this Revolutionary War full-day driving tour which will take you on a journey to explore the significant sites of the American Revolution....
$160

Dive into an incredible adventure with a giant screen film! Explore the deepest reaches of the blue planet at The Simons Theatre with one of...
$10

Just an hour south of Boston, The Historic Lizzie Borden House is introducing Lizzie Borden Nightfall, a new one-hour guided evening tour that invites guests...
$35

Enjoy discounts up to 50%* off regular admission prices with the Boston Explorer Pass. This multi-attraction pass, valid for 30 days after your first use,...
$54

Walk the historic Freedom Trail with us and see 11 of 16 sights, the perfect length to keep you absorbed and entertained while learning at...
$30

Hire a private tour guide for your 90-minute walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Take your time, and ask any questions you want! We cover the...
$450

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Boston's North End. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule...
$75

Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a 1-hour behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks - plus get an...
$25

