Footsteps to Freedom Photo Tour


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Wind your way back into colonial times and follow the Freedom Trail into Boston's past. Fascinating commentary reveals how the struggle for independence from British rule led to the American Revolution. Learn how to creatively photograph the actual sites where historic events took place.

As you explore the Freedom Trail, the knowledgeable guide will provide historical commentary with interesting facts and trivia, including which government building almost went to Chicago, which building was used as a British riding school, and which United States President once defended British soldiers involved in the Boston Massacre. You’ll also learn how to capture creative photographs of historical sites, including:

  • Shaw Memorial
  • Park Street Church
  • Old Granary Burying Ground
  • King’s Chapel
  • Old City hall
  • Old State House
  • Boston Massacre site
  • Faneuil Hill
  • Paul Revere’s house
  • Old North Church
  • Holocaust Memorial

    Inclusions :
    • Guided, narrated tour
    • Copy of the PhotoWalks Guide to Creative Photography

    Duration:
    Approx. 90 minutes

    Available:
    Tues., Fri., Sat., and Sun.

    Departure time and location:
    1 PM, from the Shaw Memorial on Beacon Street

    Return time and location:
    2:30 PM, return location varies

    Note:
    Reservations are required and tour is subject to availability. You will not be guaranteed a place on this tour without advance reservations.Tour is subject to weather conditions. This is a walking tour; please dress accordingly and wear comfortable walking shoes. Children age 4 and younger may participate free of charge. Be sure to bring your camera!

Pricing

Redemption Details

After booking your activities or services, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it is critical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.

How to redeem your voucher(s):
NEXT STEP AFTER BOOKING ONLINE: After booking online and printing your voucher(s), you must call PhotoWalks at least 5 days in advance of your arrival in Boston to reconfirm your reservation. The phone number and e-mail address will be listed on your printed voucher(s). On the day of your tour, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time of 1 PM. Present your voucher(s) and photo identification upon request.