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14 Best Boston Day Trips from New York

Boston day trips from New York, judged on the four hours each way. Most center on the Freedom Trail, 2.5 miles through sixteen Revolutionary sites. Plan for an early start and about five hours in the city itself.

1.From New York City: Boston and the Freedom Trail Day Trip

Discover the rich history of Boston on a thrilling day trip from New York City. Walk the iconic Freedom Trail and immerse yourself in American history.

Most Popular★ 4.3

“my family and I enjoyed our day trip. It was a long drive. Some more commentary from our guide during the drive about areas would have been highly appreciated.”

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2.Boston Freedom Trail Day Trip From New York City

Discover the historic charm of Boston's Freedom Trail on a thrilling day trip from NYC. Uncover the secrets of American history!

★ 4.0

“The tour was in English and Italian, so the tour guide Carlo tried to make most of it. But we (the English speaking were the fewer) had to run in order to listen... The bus had no wifi, not in very good condition, the driver…”

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4.From NYC: Boston City and Harvard Guided Day Trip

Discover the charm of Boston and the prestige of Harvard on this unforgettable day trip from NYC. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and academia. Book now!

★ 4.5

“Millie was our tour guide. She was knowledgeable about Boston. We also learned a bit about New York and Connecticut on our 4 hour drive to Boston. This is a very good intro to Boston.”

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6.New York To Boston and Harvard in One Day

Discover the ultimate day trip from New York to Boston and Harvard. Explore two iconic cities and prestigious Harvard University in just one unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.5

“Millie our guide was a gem. She was gracious and patient with some obnoxious & entitled people in our group. Loved Boston & Harvard and her informative insights!”

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7.Boston Day Trip From New York

Journey from New York to Boston for a day filled with history and culture—what unforgettable experiences await you in this vibrant city?

★ 4.0

“A great experience with a excellent tour guide that was informative. All questions were answered and I was enlighten by the experience”

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8.From NYC: Niagara Falls, Washington DC and Boston 4-Day Trip

Jetting off on a captivating 4-day journey, explore the stunning Niagara Falls, immerse in the history of Washington D.C., and uncover the vibrant culture of Boston.

“Our tour of New York, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, and Boston with Sammy Lin was absolutely fantastic! Sammy was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and always attentive to our needs. His insights into each city’s history and landmarks made the experience even more enriching. The trip was…”

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9.Boston, New Haven and Rhode Island 2-Day Tour From New York

You won't want to miss the unforgettable sights and delicious tastes on this Boston, New Haven, and Rhode Island 2-day tour from New York!

★ 4.5

“I had a wonderful time doing this tour, my tour guide Jake was fabulous. He was very welcoming and funny. He knew his history. I really enjoyed each state that I went to and the hotel room was nice as well. I look forward to…”

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13.Harvard University and Boston Bus City Tour

The Harvard University and Boston Bus City Tour unveils the city's secrets and stunning sights, but what unforgettable experiences await you on this journey?

“That was so peaceful and harmonious day, I was sooo much happy😇💕I am extremely grateful to our guide (I forgot her name, so much sorry), she was both our driver and guide. Very professional, the group was small so everything went smoothly 🍂🍀 We were…”

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