Before Boston: Shawmut Peninsula Through 1630

Explore 12,000 years of human activity on Shawmut Peninsula, the lands we now call Boston

by Boston By Foot· Boston, MA
From$19
Group sizeMaximum 20 people per guide

What to Expect

Explore 12,000 years of human activity on Shawmut Peninsula, the lands we now call Boston. Follow in the footsteps of the Native people who first walked here. Learn how they hunted and fished, and worked with clay and textiles.

Uncover geological features and archaeological sites on this guided walk on and around Boston Common.

Hear the stories of how the Massachusett first encountered strange people from afar, European explorers and settlers, who would then claim this land for their own.

Includes

Guided 90 minute outdoor tour exploring Boston's historic past
1 mile tour at a moderate pace, stopping at various sites along the tour

Duration

90 minutes

Address

outside Park Street MBTA Station on Boston Common at corner of Tremont Street and Park Street.

Pricing

Member · Individual & Family Memberships: Select the number of members you want to redeem your code forFree
Adult · Ages 13+$18.82
Child · Ages 6-12$10.50
Child under 6Free
Private Tour · Bookable for private tour groups of up to 20 people. • Groups of 21+ please submit a Private Tour Request Form$210

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 0.5 hours before the start time.

Operated by

Boston By Foot

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