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Beacon Hill Walking Tour
About The Tour
Wander cobblestone streets, admire Federal-style row houses, and uncover the layered history of Boston’s most charming neighborhood!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Snap a photo on Boston’s most photographed and charming cobblestone lane.
• Walk past elegant townhouses in one of Boston’s most exclusive squares.
• Admire the golden dome of this historic seat of government.
• Grab a drink or photo at the bar that inspired Cheers.
• Visit the duck statues in the park inspired by the beloved book.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Snap a photo on Boston’s most photographed and charming cobblestone lane.
• Walk past elegant townhouses in one of Boston’s most exclusive squares.
• Admire the golden dome of this historic seat of government.
• Grab a drink or photo at the bar that inspired Cheers.
• Visit the duck statues in the park inspired by the beloved book.
About the tour
Wander cobblestone streets, admire Federal-style row houses, and uncover the layered history of Boston’s most charming neighborhood!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Snap a photo on Boston’s most photographed and charming cobblestone lane.
• Walk past elegant townhouses in one of Boston’s most exclusive squares.
• Admire the golden dome of this historic seat of government.
• Grab a drink or photo at the bar that inspired Cheers.
• Visit the duck statues in the park inspired by the beloved book.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Snap a photo on Boston’s most photographed and charming cobblestone lane.
• Walk past elegant townhouses in one of Boston’s most exclusive squares.
• Admire the golden dome of this historic seat of government.
• Grab a drink or photo at the bar that inspired Cheers.
• Visit the duck statues in the park inspired by the beloved book.
STARTING POINTS
-Robert Gould Shaw Memoria
RECOMMENDED START TIME: 9:00 a.m.
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Beacon Hill Walking Tour Map
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Beacon Hill Walking Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Otis House III
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William Hickling Prescott House
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Good Will Hunting Bench
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Make Way for Ducklings Sculpture
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Cheers
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Charles Street Meeting House
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Lewis & Harriet Hayden House
Meet the Creators
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Beacon Hill Walking Tour
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Myra Morehart
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"The man who's too afraid to die is too afraid to live." - Clark Gable as Gay Langland in The Misfits.
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Beacon Hill Walking Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — a guided tour
- Audio storytelling
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your experience
- Human-created, professionally narrated
- Pre-planned route
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Meals
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Beacon Hill Tour go?
This tour has 17 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops, and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
2. What should I pack for the Beacon Hill Tour?
Seasonally appropriate clothing or jacket
Smartphone for taking the tour and taking pictures
Phone charger with a wall plug
Walking shoes
Sun protection
Money for food, drinks, and souvenirs
Tickets for attractions, if pre-purchased online
Smartphone for taking the tour and taking pictures
Phone charger with a wall plug
Walking shoes
Sun protection
Money for food, drinks, and souvenirs
Tickets for attractions, if pre-purchased online
3. What should I budget for the Beacon Hill Tour?
The Museum of African American History requires a timed-entry ticket.
Nichols House Museum: $8-$16
Otis House Museum: $7-$15
Metered parking in Boston: $2–$4 per hour
Food and drinks: $15–$30 per meal
Souvenirs and shopping: $10–$50, depending on the item
Nichols House Museum: $8-$16
Otis House Museum: $7-$15
Metered parking in Boston: $2–$4 per hour
Food and drinks: $15–$30 per meal
Souvenirs and shopping: $10–$50, depending on the item
4. What are the park hours for the Beacon Hill Tour?
Robert Gould Shaw and 54th Regiment Memorial: Boston Common open 6 am-11:30 pm
Massachusetts State House:
Tours are given weekdays, 10 am-3:30 pm daily.
The building is open for self-guided tours weekdays 8:45 am-5 pm.
Closed on weekends and holidays.
Otis House Museum: Tours June-Oct Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 11 am-4 pm
Museum of African American History: 10 am-4 pm Tues-Sun
Nichols House Museum:
Tours offered Tues-Sat: 10 am, 11 am, and 12 pm.
Sun: 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm.
Cheers:
11 am-9 pm Sun-Wed
11 am -1 pm Thurs-Sat
Make Way for Ducklings Sculpture: Boston Public Garden open 6 am-11:30 pm
Good Will Hunting Bench: Boston Public Garden open 6 am-11:30 pm
Massachusetts State House:
Tours are given weekdays, 10 am-3:30 pm daily.
The building is open for self-guided tours weekdays 8:45 am-5 pm.
Closed on weekends and holidays.
Otis House Museum: Tours June-Oct Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 11 am-4 pm
Museum of African American History: 10 am-4 pm Tues-Sun
Nichols House Museum:
Tours offered Tues-Sat: 10 am, 11 am, and 12 pm.
Sun: 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm.
Cheers:
11 am-9 pm Sun-Wed
11 am -1 pm Thurs-Sat
Make Way for Ducklings Sculpture: Boston Public Garden open 6 am-11:30 pm
Good Will Hunting Bench: Boston Public Garden open 6 am-11:30 pm
5. Can I take the Beacon Hill Tour in the opposite direction?
One direction through the Beacon Hill neighborhood.
6. Can I join the Beacon Hill Tour along the route?
Yes, you can join along the route.
7. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.