Explore the Boston Massacre: An Audio Guide Through Boston’s History

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   Begin your journey at Long Wharf, Boston’s oldest and longest wharf, where British troops first occupied the city, setting the stage for the Boston Massacre.

2. Stop 2 Pass by

   Pass by the historic Chart House, built in 1760 by John Hancock, as you learn about the events leading up to the March 5th massacre.

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   Explore Central Wharf Plaza, linked to Boston’s maritime roots, and discover how the Quartering Act affected colonist and soldier relations.

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   Discover the Hungarian Memorial, which commemorates the Boston Massacre and highlights the unrest during colonial times.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Visit the actual site of the Boston Massacre on State Street, where you’ll hear the story of what happened and see the location of this tragic event.

6. Stop 6 Pass by

   Pass by the Old State House, Boston’s second oldest building, where key figures like John Hancock and Samuel Adams protested after the massacre.

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Explore Boston’s Old City Hall, where the trial of Captain Preston and the British soldiers took place, highlighting the legal battles of the era.

8. Stop 8 Pass by

   Pause at the Josiah Quincy III Statue, honoring a revolutionary leader, and reflect on Boston’s fight for independence.

9. Stop 9 Pass by

   Pay respects at John Hancock’s grave and learn about his role in advocating for colonial rights.

10. Stop 10 Pass by

    Visit Samuel Adams’ grave at the Granary Burying Ground and explore his lasting influence on American independence.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

The tour begins at Long Wharf, opposite the Chart House restaurant, located at 60 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110.

Cancellation & confirmation