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Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum exterior with historical reenactor on balcony.
Tourists reenacting the Boston Tea Party by throwing tea chests from a ship in Boston Harbor.
Tourists reenact Boston Tea Party by throwing tea chest from ship into harbor.
Tourists enjoying tea service at Abigail's Tea Room with a costumed server.

Duration

1 hr

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10:00am - 05:00pm

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Relive the December 16, 1773, tea-dumping protest at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum with interactive exhibits and replica ships.

4.8/5

(130)

Mary Ayers

Mary

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The whole experience was amazing. From the interactive town meeting to exploring a replica of Ellenor the amount of history packed into a fantastic hour. I loved the museum and seeing an actual remaining crate from 1773. The added film that showed what happened after the Boston Tea Party and the beginning of the Revolutionary War was a great touch. Whether you are into history or not this experience has something for everyone young or old.
Christopher Hazelton

Christopher

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
In my opinion what made this so great was the people playing certain historical figures. The clothing and the accent made this a fun and also learning experience. I would recommend this as a to do for anyone traveling to Boston. It is good fun for everyone of all ages. The Hot tea from the Cafe was also very good and a very well done way to end the experience.
Kathryn braasch

Kathryn

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Just everything . Learning the history. I never realized there was more than one ship. Visualizing the ship and its contents. Ship smaller than you picture as a kid. The location of where it really would have been located across the harbor. The ability to pretend with the tea boxes. It was all great !
    • Explore the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum on this experience that takes you through immaculately restored Boston Museum exhibits and tea ships.

    • Take the journey back in time as the historical interpreters adorning costumes from the 1700s talk about the people, events, and the consequences.

    • One of the original tea chests dumped in the Boston harbor, the Robinson Tea Chest is displayed in this floating museum.

    • You can also participate and dump fated tea overboard like the Sons of Liberty and enjoy freshly baked food at Abigail's Tea Room for a unique experience.

    • Fun fact: It is said that only 22% of tea leaves overboard were of green tea varieties and about 342 chests consisted of hemp, a crucial commodity in 18th-century America.

    • Timed entry to Museum

    • Interactive tour

    Access to:

    • Authentically restored tea ships

    • Dump tea overboard experience

    • Abigail's Tea Room

    • Gratuities

    • Food and beverages

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 4.8
    130 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Christopher Hazelton

    Christopher

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    In my opinion what made this so great was the people playing certain historical figures. The clothing and the accent made this a fun and also learning experience. I would recommend this as a to do for anyone traveling to Boston. It is good fun for everyone of all ages. The Hot tea from the Cafe was also very good and a very well done way to end the experience.
    Kathryn braasch

    Kathryn

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Just everything . Learning the history. I never realized there was more than one ship. Visualizing the ship and its contents. Ship smaller than you picture as a kid. The location of where it really would have been located across the harbor. The ability to pretend with the tea boxes. It was all great !
    Louisa Freeman

    Louisa

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very interactive and engaging - and we learned a lot. Ships were to scale with originals for excellent perspective and context. Staff was in full costume and did an amazing job. Absolutely recommend for kids and adults alike!! My husband and my 9 YO both give 👍👍
    Jenna Vielma

    Jenna

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We absolutely loved the actors, the history and the tour through the ship. The tea room was delicious and such a unique experience. We will definitely be recommending to our friends and can't wait to come back for another trip soon!
    Lindsey Diane Jones

    Lindsey

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The actors were amazing and made the experience so real and entertaining. Loved getting to throw the tea over the boat ourselves. What a fun tour. Even our kids who think everything is boring loved the experience!
  • Immerse yourself in one of the most pivotal moments in American history with tickets to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. This lively attraction lets you travel back to December 16, 1773, where you can experience firsthand the historic Boston Tea Party. Get ready for an engaging, hands-on adventure through interactive exhibits and live reenactments that bring colonial history to life.

    Step aboard and join the rebellion

    Climb aboard the replica ships, the Eleanor and the Beaver, and join the reenactment of the famous tea-dumping protest. You'll have the chance to throw tea overboard just like the colonists did that fateful night. The experience is brought to life by actors in period costumes, who will guide you through the event with vivid storytelling and interactive performances that make history feel incredibly real.

    Dive into history and discover artifacts

    Wander through exhibits that showcase what life was like for the colonists and learn about the events leading up to the revolution. From fascinating artifacts to engaging displays, you’ll get a closer look at the political and economic tensions of the time. The experience includes a captivating multisensory documentary that brings the story to life, along with a chance to see the Robinson Tea Chest, one of the original chests thrown into the harbor. After your historical adventure, unwind at Abigail's Tea Room, where you can enjoy a refreshing break. Don’t forget to visit the museum’s souvenir store for unique colonial-themed finds to remember your visit.

  • Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

    Monday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Bring along a hat and sunglasses.

    What's not allowed

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers inside the museum.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    Additional information

    • The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

    • The museum includes a gift shop and a tea room that you can access without a ticket to the museum.

    • The tour lasts an hour so plan your visit to the tea room and souvenir shop accordingly.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

    • Address: 306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, United States.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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