• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - Situated near the world’s largest cluster of biotech and pharmaceutical companies, MIT is recognized as one of the top universities globally. Admire the iconic dome and other stunning buildings en route to Harvard Square.
• Harvard University - Established in 1637, Harvard is America’s oldest college. During the Siege of Boston following the Battle of Bunker Hill, George Washington used the historic dormitories to house his officers.
• Cambridge Common - Retrace the path of William Dawes as he rode through Harvard Square to raise the alarm: “the regulars are about”! Visit Harvard College, the oldest college in America (1637). The Common is where George Washington took command of the Continental Army under the Great Elm Tree.
• Longfellow House Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site - Located on Brattle Street (Tory Row), this was Washington’s Headquarters where he strategized the Siege of Boston over several months.
• Lexington Green - Known as Battle Green, this is the oldest military burial ground in America, where 77 courageous Minutemen led by Captain John Parker were shot on the morning of April 19, 1775, sparking the American Revolution and the birth of a new nation.
• Lexington Visitors Center - Managed by the Town of Lexington, the center features a battle diorama and other exhibits illustrating the events of April 19, 1775, when 77 Minutemen confronted 700 Redcoats, igniting the American Revolution. New for 2025: Explore the new Town of Lexington history museum, opening in time for America’s 250th Birthday, a two-year celebration.
• Battle Road Trail - Fully renovated for 2025, this five-mile trail links historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern edge of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original Battle Road, where Colonial Militia and British Regulars clashed on April 19, 1775. In some sections, the trail diverges from the historic road to follow the Minute Men’s route, passing through fields, wetlands, and forests. Homes and taverns have been restored, and the Battle Road landscaped, in preparation for the 250th Anniversary of America’s founding for the 2025 season.
• Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House - Visit the home of “Little Women” author Louisa May Alcott.
• Ralph Waldo Emerson House - Tour the residence of Ralph Waldo Emerson, the poet who immortalized Paul Revere and the American Revolution in our collective memory.
• Wright Tavern Center - This was the site of the secretive shadow government forming to challenge British Rule and served as a temporary field headquarters for the British Red Coats on April 19, 1775.
• Concord Museum - Explore the extensive collections from the Colonial Era, the American Revolution, Henry Longfellow, and the literary society showcased in this exceptional museum (admission included).

• Climate-controlled comfort in our air-conditioned vehicles

• Lunch
• Gratuities

2025 marks the 250th Anniversary Celebration of America’s Birthday! Great Boston Tours presents the most extensive tour of the historic sites in Lexington and Concord from April 19, 1775, which sparked the American Revolution. This special 250th America’s Birthday tour invites history enthusiasts to explore the early stages of the American Revolution in depth. Led by a local expert in American history, this day tour provides an unparalleled level of information and detail that is unmatched in the Boston area. In 2025, in honor of America 250, the National Park Service has undertaken a significant restoration and update of key sites, exhibits, and Battle Road. New for 2025 is access to the Concord Museum. Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

With visits to Lexington, Concord, the Concord Museum, and more, participants will witness the pivotal moments of events that changed the world forever.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.