Boston’s LGBTQ Past

Trace the stories, individuals, spaces, and events that shaped queer life in the city

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

What to Expect

Explore Boston through the lens of its LGBTQ+ past on this engaging walking tour. From the hidden histories of the 18th century to the activism and community-building of the 20th and 21st, this tour traces the stories, individuals, spaces, and events that shaped queer life in the city.

We'll visit key sites that speak to instances of persecution, resistance, and celebration. You’ll hear about Bostonians who challenged gender norms, writers and artists who inspired new generations to oppose social mores, and the bars and clubs that served as incubators for Boston’s LGBTQ+ community and the burgeoning Gay Liberation Movement. We'll talk about Boston’s first Pride March, landmark court cases, and the contributions of local leaders whose legacies continue to shape the fight for equality today.

Whether you're a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, this tour offers a deeper, more inclusive understanding of Boston's evolving identity.

Includes

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

Duration

90 minutes

Address

Massachusetts State House steps on Beacon Street, across from Boston Common.

Pricing

Member · Individual & Family Memberships: Select the number of members you want to redeem your code forFree
Member with Member Add On Experience · Admits member to both tour and to an Add on experience after the tourFree
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.

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