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Boston Sightseeing: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Cambridge Tour

Boston sightseeing bus near Trinity Church with city buildings in the background.
Red Boston sightseeing bus on Atlantic Avenue during hop-on hop-off tour.
Sightseeing bus touring through downtown Boston with passengers on the upper deck.
Red double-decker bus on Boston Hop-On Hop-Off tour with city buildings in the background.

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Dive into Boston's rich culture with a hop-on, hop-off pass across 8 stops, with live and audio guides. Upgrade to see Cambridge as well with 1 or 2-day passes.

Operator: Boston Sightseeing

    • Indulge in Boston’s mix of historic charm and modern flair with this handy 1-day hop-on hop-off pass.
    • With 8 easily accessible stops around the city, you can hop off as many times as you like and explore or stay on for a full 80-minute loop.
    • Open-top decks offer the ideal spot to absorb Boston’s vibe, while live and audio guides whisper intriguing stories. You also get a handy map and free WiFi.
    • Opt for a single-ride bus pass in Boston, or a 1 or 2-day historic and academic Boston+Cambridge tour covering 24 sights across 3 routes.
    • Explore Boston’s historical spots like the Old State House Museum, the lush green Boston Common, the Boston Public Library, and more on this tour!
    • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass (based on option selected)
    • Single-ride bus pass (based on option selected)
    • 1/2-day Boston & Cambridge unlimited hop-on hop-off pass (based on option selected)
    • Access to Blue route
    • Access to Orange & Purple route (optional)
    • English-speaking guide
    • GPS-based audio guide in English
    • AC shuttle (optional)
    • Free tour map (optional)
    • WiFi onboard
    • Night tour
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 2.6
    24 reviews

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    Antoni Joseph Jakubczak

    Antoni

    Oct 2024
    Verified booking
    1/5
    Firstly, the bus and guide didn't show up on time 9:30 am became 10:32 am. They were also not aware of the scheduled road closure in front of the historic Boston public library...so our driver backed all the way to St. James street which really upset both public transit workers and local Bostonians. We got off at Beacon Street which was our first stop of the day and weren't able to get back on again. It seemed like a complete waste of time and money.
    Lilian sierra

    Lilian

    Oct 2024
    Verified booking
    1/5
    Me and my family were SO excited to do this Boston tour and we finally did it on 10/10/24 to our surprise it was Hafl tour only. You advised 18 stops but only fulfilled 8 but yes we paid full price it's seem like a scam due to the fact you did not say that due to the end of season the tour will be cut short that was what I was told when I asked one of the workers there, but yes again you charge FULL price. If you like to respond directly be my guess. Liliansierra@yahoo.com or ph# 401-644-0470
    Diane Miller

    Diane

    Sep 2024
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Excellent driver. Very informative
    Jesus Fernandez

    Jesus

    Sep 2024
    Verified booking
    3/5
    To short and i'have expected more not around downtown Boston
    Marta Leaton

    Marta

    Sep 2024
    Verified booking
    4/5
    It was a fun tour. The price was a little high for what you get.
  • Blue route

    Hop aboard the Boston hop-on hop-off bus tour and journey through iconic landmarks like the New England Aquarium hosting a wide collection of marine animals, the Old State House Museum showcasing America's journey to independence, and Trinity Church boasting Romanesque architecture style. Onboard, you'll have access to live guides and GPS-based audio guides in English along with WiFi lets you browse the web and a handy tour map.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (New England Aquarium)
    • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (New England Aquarium)
    • Frequency: every 30 minutes

    Orange route

    On the Orange Route, immerse yourself in the academic atmosphere of MIT and Harvard University, including stops at iconic buildings like MIT Chapel and Harvard's Lowell House. You can also see Central Square's music, theater, and community events, enjoy Christian Science Plaza's architecture and tranquil reflecting pool, and shop for high-end fashion at Copley Place Mall.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9:30am from stop #16 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
    • Last bus: 5pm from stop #16 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
    • Frequency: every 30 minutes

    Purple route

    Along the Purple Route, you'll see Boston's historic North End famous for its Italian-American culture, the USS Constitution Museum with the oldest commissioned warship in the world, TD Garden, hosting concerts, events, and sports games, and more legendary sights.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9:30am from stop #9 (Historic North End)
    • Last bus: 5pm from stop #9 (Historic North End)
    • Frequency: every 30 minutes

    Click here for a detailed list of stops and map.

  • Additional information

    • Single-ride bus pass allows you to hop on and off only once along the Blue route.
    • For a fun and safe journey, infants should be comfortably seated on a parent's lap.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

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