The 14 Lexington and Concord Tours Worth Booking Ahead

1.90-Min Narrated Trolley Tour of Lexington and Concord, MA

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 358 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Take a 90-minute English-language trolley tour from the Lexington Visitors Center to key Revolutionary War sites in Lexington and Concord. You’ll hear the story of April 19, 1775, see Lexington Green and Minute Man National Historical Park, then get off near the Old North Bridge. Guides have included Nancy, Clair, Ted, and Martha, though the assigned narrator can vary.

“The tour narrator was knowledgeable, engaging and humorous, making this an enjoyable and educational opportunity for everyone. We all highly recommend it!”

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2.Full-Day Historical Lexington & Concord Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 111 reviews · 8 hours · from $159

Spend eight hours tracing the events of April 19, 1775, from Cambridge to Lexington and Concord. A guide such as Coach leads the route, with stops at Lexington Battle Green, Battle Road, the Old North Bridge, and the Concord Museum. Transport and museum admission are included; lunch is not.

“Coach was a phenomenal tour guide, driver and company for the day. He pointed out all the sites and stops going both ways. He REALLY knows his stuff and presented in an engaging way. I learned so much! HIGHLY recommend.”

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3.Lexington & Concord 250th Birthday Tour with Concord Museum Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $159

Spend 8 to 9 hours tracing the April 19, 1775 events in Lexington and Concord, with a local guide, air-conditioned transportation, and admission to the Concord Museum. The route also passes MIT, Harvard, historic homes, and Battle Road sites. Guide Coach is often named, but expect a van rather than a full-size coach, and check Monday museum hours before booking.

“You will not find a better tour of the area than this one. Our guide, Coach, was incredibly knowledgeable and inciteful about the area both historically and contemporarilly. Highly recommended!!”

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4.Lexington & Concord Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Follow a self-guided audio route from Concord’s North Bridge to Lexington Battle Green, with more than 29 stories about the 1775 battles and local writers such as Thoreau and Louisa May Alcott. Drive between sites, walk where you wish, and pause or skip stops at will. One $14.99 purchase covers a group of up to four.

“Rental car audio a little challenging, but doable... definitely cheaper than other tours. Blah, blah, blah.... ... . ..............”

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5.Lexington, MA Battle Green Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

Spend about an hour walking Lexington Battle Green with a guide in colonial dress. You’ll see the Minuteman statue, the 1799 monument, the Old Belfry and Old Burying Ground, while hearing how the events of April 19, 1775 unfolded. Past guides have included Laurie Pelletier, John, Gerry and Drew. Tours start and finish at 1875 Massachusetts Ave.

“Knowledgeable tour guide hitting the high points of the Lexington Battle Green and story of the first shots against the colonials by the British”

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6.Lexington & Concord 3 hour private tour from Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Visit Lexington Green, the Old North Bridge, Battle Road and more on a private drive from Boston for up to four people. Guides Martin and Christian have led the tour, sharing stories along the route and pointing out sights such as Harvard. Admission fees are extra, and the compact schedule makes this a brisk introduction to the battle sites.

“Christian was very informative. He was full of knowledge and made the experience great for my family. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone.”

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7.Private Day Trip to Lexington and Concord from Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $493

Spend about six and a half hours tracing the Revolution from Lexington Green to Concord, then visit Orchard House, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, and Walden Pond. Your private guide can adjust the pace and focus. Guides who have led the tour include Mark, Maria, Alexandria, Riley, and Jenny. Lunch is on your own in downtown Concord.

“Beautiful tour with lots of very interesting history! One thing was to read about history leading up to the American revolution and the early years of the USA, and another was to visit places were it all started! Mark was an excellent guide and explained things very well. He also was did a great job accommodating the four of us; two of us had mobility issues. He truly enjoined the experience and would not only, highly recommend the tour but also Boston Hidden Gems as the tour company and Mark as a tour guide.”

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8.Full-Day Minivan Tour of Revolutionary Boston, Lexington and Concord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Explore Revolutionary Boston, Lexington and Concord in a private, air-conditioned minivan for up to six people. Guide Peter Brennan leads a fast-moving route from Paul Revere’s house and Boston Common to Lexington Green, North Bridge, Orchard House and Walden Pond. Pickup is offered at your home, hotel or another convenient location. Lunch is not included.

“Great tour. Highly recommend. Peter is a subject matter expert and very personable. Comfortable ride. Learned more than we expected.”

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9.Private City Tour of Boston, Lexington, and Concord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

This six-hour private tour links Boston’s Freedom Trail and historic neighborhoods with Harvard, MIT, Lexington, and Concord. Your English-speaking driver-guide picks you up anywhere in the Boston area, then adjusts the pace and stops to your interests. Sam and Curtis are among the guides named by past participants; the experience is priced at $799.85 for a group of up to two.

“Great way to see the Boston, Lexington, and Concord. Sam was friendly and prompt. The van was very spacious and spotless. It was great to have flexibility in our day too. Would do this again for sure!”

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10.Boston Lexington and Concord Revolutionary War full day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Travel by private vehicle from Boston to Lexington and Concord, stopping at Dorchester Heights, Harvard Yard, Lexington Green, the Old North Bridge, and Walden Pond. Guides Christian and Martin have led tours with engaging stories and flexible pacing. The six-hour outing costs $995 for up to four people, with lunch and some admission fees extra.

“We had a great day and saw all the sights that we wanted to see. Christian was so knowledgeable and personable, he made the day enjoyable and so much more history than we expected. He has a real passion for history and it made our experience all the better!”

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11.Boston Cambridge Lexington and Concord Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Take a private, air-conditioned Honda Odyssey from downtown Boston to the Freedom Trail, Harvard Square, Lexington and Concord. Guides Martin and Christian have led the tour, sharing Revolutionary history along the way. You’ll have time for lunch near Harvard, which is not included, and return to Boston at the end.

“Christian was an amazing tour guide. Shared all the historical information in such an engaging way - my 3 teenagers thought it was great!”

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12.Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $615

Travel from Boston to Concord with a private English-speaking guide, then visit the Old North Bridge, Old Manse grounds, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, Orchard House, and Walden Pond. Your Orchard House ticket and private transportation are included. Guides such as Niam, Tim, Christian Vanderslice, and Martin have led the tour, which can be adjusted to your interests and pace.

“This was one of the highlights of our trip! Martin, our guide, was absolutely fantastic! I'm a history buff so a lot of the sites had been on my list to see for a while. He provides you with so much information that unfamiliar guests can learn a lot! Given the duration of this tour (5 hours!) it was nice to spend it with Martin, whom we cannot rave enough about. I'd highly recommend this tour!”

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13.Private Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $480

In a private, air-conditioned minivan, trace the Revolution from Lexington and Concord back to Boston, with stops at battle sites, historic homes, a cemetery, and the USS Constitution. Old North Church admission is included. Guides Ryan and Mark have been praised for their lively, detailed storytelling. Allow seven hours, including travel and a lunch break.

“Chronological tour which follows the major events leading to the American Revolutionary War. Started the day in Lexington and Concord and then came back into Boston to see sites along The Freedom Trail. Our tour guide Mark was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour very much.”

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14.Small Group Revolutionary Tour of Lexington, Concord, and Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $225

Follow the events of April 19, 1775, from Paul Revere’s North End to Lexington Green, Concord, the Battle Road, and Bunker Hill. A guide leads a maximum of nine people in an air-conditioned vehicle, with admission to Old North Church and the Concord Museum included. Jenny has guided the route, though guide assignments may vary.

“Highly educational. Being able to see the timeline from beginning to end was very meaningful. Jenny was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable.”

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