Secret City Pubs: Historic Brews & Hidden Tavern Tales
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When visiting Boston, the Freedom Trail is a must-do activity, but why not see historic sites while drinking beer? Join Ye Olde Tavern Tours to see 10 sites on the Freedom Trail-including the site of the Boston Massacre and the Old State House-and grab a drink at 3 historic taverns. Beer and/or hard cider is included in the ticket price, so all you need to do is show up ready for fun. Our guests want a unique and memorable way to learn about Boston's revolutionary (and drunken) history and for the past ten years, we have delivered. Our guides are expertly-trained historians who are also incredibly personable. Our founder, owner, and frequent tour guide has a PhD in American history and is a two-time author. We know our stuff and are passionate about sharing the most interesting stories. We cap each tour at 12 people to provide an intimate experience. Ye Olde Tavern Tours is the most fun and social way to experience Boston! We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!
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5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
allisonpowell09, 11/2/2025 9:26:21 PM
Great tour! Kelly was our guide and she was so knowledgeable and so much fun! The taverns we went to were very cool and we got to pass a lot of historical sights on the way to each one. The choices of beer were also all delicious and not usual beers I would try! 10/10 would recommend
Kayla L, 10/28/2025 7:04:32 PM
Brooke was amazing! So knowledgeable and animated!!! This was the best tour we took in Boston! Beers were amazing too!!
Roudell_W, 10/27/2025 9:19:09 AM
This experience was great, our tour guide Kelly was fantastic. Would highly recommend this tour. Kelly made history fun, the bars were cool to experience, and the beers hit the spot.
Theresa_S, 9/22/2025 5:19:53 PM
Kelly was an amazing tour guide! The small group was perfect! The bars and beer choices were on point! Great experience!
878darcyd, 9/7/2025 1:43:10 PM
Our tour guide Brooke was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and did a great job keeping the whole group involved. Fun Boston and tavern history!
Jmaekelley, 8/29/2025 10:23:18 AM
Great way to see Boston and the Freedom Trail! Our tour guide, Sean was Amazing!!! He was very knowledgeable about the history and taverns as he is a PhD student in History. This tour has smaller groups so we all became friends and had so-much fun!!!
jamab2016, 8/18/2025 9:09:26 AM
Brian was an absolutely wonderful tour guide!! We were the only 2 participants so we had a private tour. He was so knowledgeable and accommodating. We learned so much about Boston. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour to anyone!
John_M, 7/27/2025 12:29:00 PM
First time visitor to Boston and what a treat to learn its history from an absolute treasure of a tour guide and historian. Oh, and beers, too! Brooke Barbier has a personality that makes history come alive and as I discovered, no place in America better than Boston with its rich and storied past. I was happy to support Brooke and buy both of her books. I'm halfway thru Boston in the American Revolution and it's like being on the tour again. Her voice comes through the pages making each page as fun as it was on tour. Thank you, Brooke!
Holly_R, 7/13/2025 5:25:34 PM
Brian was great. Fun walk around Boston, learned about the history of Boston and visited some cool pubs!
aleckaw2015, 6/29/2025 8:58:20 PM
So much fun! History in such a fun way. Taverns were an extra bonus of fun history. Guides made it fun and funny- they really knew their facts. Would highly recommend!
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All guests must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID. No exceptions.
- All guests must complete a liability waiver.
Departure point
Meet your guide at Boston Common, at the corner of Park Street and Tremont Street. Your tour guide will be standing under the black hanging sign that reads "Boston Common." The closest address for GPS purposes is 1 Park Street.Return details
When visiting Boston, the Freedom Trail is a must-do activity, but why not see historic sites while drinking beer? Join Ye Olde Tavern Tours to see 10 sites on the Freedom Trail-including the site of the Boston Massacre and the Old State House-and grab a drink at 3 historic taverns. Beer and/or hard cider is included in the ticket price, so all you need to do is show up ready for fun. Our guests want a unique and memorable way to learn about Boston's revolutionary (and drunken) history and for the past ten years, we have delivered. Our guides are expertly-trained historians who are also incredibly personable. Our founder, owner, and frequent tour guide has a PhD in American history and is a two-time author. We know our stuff and are passionate about sharing the most interesting stories. We cap each tour at 12 people to provide an intimate experience. Ye Olde Tavern Tours is the most fun and social way to experience Boston! We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!Redemption
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