Top Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours

Q: What are the best options for Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours are: Massachusetts Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour Bundle (11 Tours) Tales of Salem Halloween Guided Walking Tour Interactive Mystery Scavenger Hunt in Boston 4 Day Boston and North East Coast Exploration Spooky Ramen Comedy Walking Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours are: Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 11 Stops History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour Salem Ghost Tour Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 11 Stops History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour Salem Ghost Tour Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours include Hotel Pickup: Private Day Trip to Lexington and Concord from Boston Salem Full Day Private Tour from Boston Cambridge, Lexington, & Concord: Private Revolutionary War Tour Day Trip from Boston To Salem Witch Exhibits Experience Martha's Vineyard #1 Private Tours for up to 6 people View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Massachusetts Tours. Top 10 Massachusetts 2026 Senior-friendly tours Massachusetts The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Massachusetts Top Day Trips from Massachusetts Things to do in Massachusetts this summer View all Massachusetts Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Massachusetts?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Massachusetts are: Massachusetts Luxury & Special Occasions Massachusetts Luxury Tours Massachusetts Tours & Sightseeing Massachusetts Cultural & Theme Tours Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours View all tour styles in Massachusetts →

Massachusetts Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour Bundle (11 Tours)

Get the full Massachusetts experience with this combo of walking and driving tours around Boston! You’ll find ten tours in one app - all highly …More

Gloucester, USA

4.7 (3)

Massachusetts Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour Bundle (11 Tours)

Get the full Massachusetts experience with this combo of walking and driving tours around Boston! You’ll find ten tours in one app - all highly...

2 days Free Cancellation

4.7 (3)

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$50

Tales of Salem Halloween Guided Walking Tour

The Halloween tour is unique because you get to visit Salem and receive historical information not just on Salem, but the popular holiday itself. Salem …More

Salem, USA

4.5 (2)

Tales of Salem Halloween Guided Walking Tour

The Halloween tour is unique because you get to visit Salem and receive historical information not just on Salem, but the popular holiday itself. Salem...

90 to 105 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (2)

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$30

Interactive Mystery Scavenger Hunt in Boston

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes in this mystery scavenger hunt around Boston! In "Murder by Boston Common," you are transported back to the year 1895. …More

Boston, USA

5.0 (1)

Interactive Mystery Scavenger Hunt in Boston

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes in this mystery scavenger hunt around Boston! In "Murder by Boston Common," you are transported back to the year 1895....

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$59

4 Day Boston and North East Coast Exploration

Begin your journey in Boston, immersing yourself in the rich history of the Freedom Trail, and exploring landmarks like Faneuil Hall. Delight in the food …More

Boston, USA

4.5 (2)

4 Day Boston and North East Coast Exploration

Begin your journey in Boston, immersing yourself in the rich history of the Freedom Trail, and exploring landmarks like Faneuil Hall. Delight in the food...

4 days

4.5 (2)

from
$1,650

All tour guides are entertaining local comedians that will bring you laughter AND history on your Spooky Ramen Tours experience. They are all Salem certified …More

Salem, USA

5.0 (1)

Spooky Ramen Comedy Walking Tour

All tour guides are entertaining local comedians that will bring you laughter AND history on your Spooky Ramen Tours experience. They are all Salem certified...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$22

Discover Boston's revolutionary spirit and rich heritage through an immersive audio experience that puts you in complete control of your journey. Unlike crowded group tours …More

Boston, USA

5.0 (1)

Boston Self Guided Audio Experience

Discover Boston's revolutionary spirit and rich heritage through an immersive audio experience that puts you in complete control of your journey. Unlike crowded group tours...

3 to 9 hours

5.0 (1)

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$6

Self-Guided Boston Freedom Trail Walking Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail and uncover the birthplace of the American Revolution. Step back in time as you visit …More

Boston, USA

5.0 (1)

Self-Guided Boston Freedom Trail Walking Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail and uncover the birthplace of the American Revolution. Step back in time as you visit...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$10

Self-Guided Salem Witch Trials Walking Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong's walking tour of Salem to explore the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Along the 1.5-mile route, we’ll point out important locations and share local …More

Salem, USA

4.2 (5)

Self-Guided Salem Witch Trials Walking Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong's walking tour of Salem to explore the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Along the 1.5-mile route, we’ll point out important locations and share local...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.2 (5)

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$13

Self Guided Walking Tour of Oak Bluffs Marthas Vineyard

Unearth the charm of Oak Bluffs on this self-guided walking tour, where the rich history and vibrant culture of this New England seaside town come …More

Martha's Vineyard, USA

5.0 (1)

Self Guided Walking Tour of Oak Bluffs Marthas Vineyard

Unearth the charm of Oak Bluffs on this self-guided walking tour, where the rich history and vibrant culture of this New England seaside town come...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$10

Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Herman Melville said this city was perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all of New England. On this tour you will explore the …More

Cape Cod, USA

5.0 (1)

Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Herman Melville said this city was perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all of New England. On this tour you will explore the...

50 to 70 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$8

Self Guided Driving Tour Battle of Lexington and Concord

Explore the pivotal sites of the American Revolution on this self-guided driving tour of Lexington and Concord. Follow the historic Battle Road where the first …More

Boston, USA

3.9 (8)

Self Guided Driving Tour Battle of Lexington and Concord

Explore the pivotal sites of the American Revolution on this self-guided driving tour of Lexington and Concord. Follow the historic Battle Road where the first...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

3.9 (8)

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$10

Walk the Freedom Trail with a Local Tour Guide

The Freedom Trail is Boston's historic backbone, guiding you through key sites that shaped American history. This 2-hour walking tour offers an engaging exploration of …More

Boston, USA

5.0 (1)

Walk the Freedom Trail with a Local Tour Guide

The Freedom Trail is Boston's historic backbone, guiding you through key sites that shaped American history. This 2-hour walking tour offers an engaging exploration of...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$39

Sit back and relax while you enjoy a personalized tour of Boston's best sites from the comfort of a pedicab. See Freedom Trail sites without …More

Boston, USA

5.0 (1)

Customizable Pedicab Tours in Boston

Sit back and relax while you enjoy a personalized tour of Boston's best sites from the comfort of a pedicab. See Freedom Trail sites without...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$135

Martha's Vineyard at Your Pace: Iconic Cottages & Lighthouses

Welcome to Martha's Vineyard, the storied island off Cape Cod that has captivated visitors for generations with its windswept beaches and fiercely independent spirit. This …More

Martha's Vineyard, USA

5.0 (1)

Martha's Vineyard at Your Pace: Iconic Cottages & Lighthouses

Welcome to Martha's Vineyard, the storied island off Cape Cod that has captivated visitors for generations with its windswept beaches and fiercely independent spirit. This...

8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$5

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Boston The Story of America

Let’s Roam leads the way in adventure hunts! Explore the top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia questions and conquering challenges. Whether you …More

Boston, USA

3.4 (5)

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Boston The Story of America

Let’s Roam leads the way in adventure hunts! Explore the top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia questions and conquering challenges. Whether you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

3.4 (5)

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$15

Self-Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Tour

You will go to the best local pizza and cannoli spots, stop by authentic Italian shops and you’ll even get a chance to have a …More

Boston, USA

4.3 (4)

Self-Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Tour

You will go to the best local pizza and cannoli spots, stop by authentic Italian shops and you’ll even get a chance to have a...

50 to 70 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (4)

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$6

Harvard’s Secret Society: Exploration Game and Tour

Discover iconic locations from Harvard Yard by solving clues and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, reenacting the story of Owen …More

Cambridge, USA

4.0 (3)

Harvard’s Secret Society: Exploration Game and Tour

Discover iconic locations from Harvard Yard by solving clues and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, reenacting the story of Owen...

80 to 110 minutes Free Cancellation

4.0 (3)

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$6

Salem Ghost Tour, 6 Languages (Self-Guided Audio Driving/Walking)

Walk the haunted streets of Salem on this chilling self-guided audio ghost tour through the most notorious and paranormally active sites in the city. From …More

Salem, USA

4.0 (3)

Salem Ghost Tour, 6 Languages (Self-Guided Audio Driving/Walking)

Walk the haunted streets of Salem on this chilling self-guided audio ghost tour through the most notorious and paranormally active sites in the city. From...

1 hour 30 minutes

4.0 (3)

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$10

Plymouth Pilgrim Historic Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour

The tour will take you from the decks of the Mayflower Two, a faithful replica of the Pilgrims’ ship, and end at the historic Jabez …More

Plymouth, USA

3.6 (8)

Plymouth Pilgrim Historic Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour

The tour will take you from the decks of the Mayflower Two, a faithful replica of the Pilgrims’ ship, and end at the historic Jabez...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

3.6 (8)

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$10

Museum of Fine Arts in Boston Guided Tour with Chinese Guide

Experience the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston like never before on an exclusive Chinese-guided small-group tour (max 8 guests), designed to provide an immersive and …More

Boston, USA

4.0 (1)

Museum of Fine Arts in Boston Guided Tour with Chinese Guide

Experience the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston like never before on an exclusive Chinese-guided small-group tour (max 8 guests), designed to provide an immersive and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (1)

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$124

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

Which Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Massachusetts Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Massachusetts trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Massachusetts?