Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Buses

A great way to see and learn about everything there is to see and do in Boston is by taking one of the various tourist buses that use the classic stop system to take you to all the city's attractions.

The city is located very close to Cape Cod and the famous Martha's Vineyard, where you can enjoy incredible boat trips, gastronomic tours, and beach activities. In addition, Boston is one of the most historic cities in the United States, so there is no shortage of places to visit.

During your stay in the city, you will see various types of tourist buses everywhere, especially around the main attractions and historic neighborhoods.

They can be considered part transportation and part sightseeing tour, as the colorful buses offer lots of fun and the easiest way to explore Boston at your own pace.

The drivers entertain passengers with stories about famous places and local characters as they drive through the city's legendary historic areas.

See interesting places you want to explore along the way?
Just hop off and explore the site at your leisure, then hop back on the trolley for a new destination.

These tourist buses have ** 18 stops** where you can hop on and off as often as you like, as long as you stay within the time limit on your ticket.

Arriving on a cruise ship?

Old Town Trolley Tours offers a stop at Seaport, near the port of call for most cruise ships.

If this is the case, I recommend making your first stop nearby to visit the Tea Party Museum, one of the best museums in Boston.

When can you take the tour?

Sightseeing tours start at 9 a.m. and run until 5 p.m. from April to October and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from November to March.

What will you see?

The stops are at places of great tourist interest such as the USS Constitution, Cheers Bar, Fenway Park, Boston Convention Center, and much more.

Among all the tourist bus companies available, Old Town Trolley has the best reviews from tourists, but its price is one of the highest of the different options you will have to choose from.

Recommended for... all tourists who want to enjoy a first-class bus service in Boston.

How much do they cost?

Ticket prices are always for advance online purchases. Prices are approximate as they are subject to change.

Remember that you can buy your ticket directly at the venue, but prices are slightly higher, so it is advisable to purchase online.

• 1-day pass: adults pay around $50, children between 4 and 12 years old pay around $30, and children under 4 years old ride for free.
• 2-day pass: around $75 for adults, $45 for children between 4 and 12 years old, and free for children under 4 years old.

These hop-on hop-off tourist buses offer tours of Boston throughout the year, with their first stop at Long Wharf Boston. The company has a total of 17 stops at tourist attractions.

Depending on the season, they also offer a 45-minute harbor cruise with the purchase of tickets.

This is one of the most affordable options available to travelers and one of the most popular due to its price-quality ratio.

When can you take the tour?

The trolley buses run all year round, although schedules vary depending on the season.

• April to August: if you are visiting Boston in summer

you can use this bus every day between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The trams run every 10 to 15 minutes

• September, October, November: Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Trams depart every 20-30 minutes.

What are you going to see?

The first stop on this tour is at the New England Aquarium, near Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall.

Then you can visit Paul Revere's house (one of the places you'll see if you decide to take a :::link|text=historical tour of Boston|element=sc-30-1348:::) and Little Italy, which is part of the city's best food tours.

The Constitution Museum,USS Cassin Young, Bunker Hill Monument, and more attractions are options to get off and discover on foot.

How much do they cost?

Although prices are approximate and may vary, this information will certainly be useful in planning your travel budget for Boston.

• Day pass: Adults (13 and older) - $38; seniors (62+) - $36; children (5-12) - $15; children (under 4) - Free
• Trolley Tour + Cruise: Adults (13 and older) - $56; seniors (62+) - $54; children (5-12) - $31; children (under 4) - Free

With a total of 20 stops, this trolley takes you past the best tourist sites on a complete circuit that lasts approximately 90 minutes.

If you decide to get off at each stop and enjoy the most important sites, you could easily spend the whole day exploring some of Boston's most notable places!

Plus, you can add a 45-minute cruise around Boston Harbor for about $12 extra.

This is a great way to enjoy two different tours and experience the city from every angle.

** Recommended for...** anyone who is also looking for a harbor cruise and/or wants to save money.

When can you take the tour?

The tour bus service is available year-round. It includes stops at the Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill, Quincy Market, USS Constitution, and more.

How much does it cost?

• 1-day tickets: Adults - $40; children (3-12) - $18; children under 3 - Free
• 2-day tickets: Adults - $47; children (3-12) - $23; children under 3 - Free

All tourists who arrive in Boston look forward to the most famous and popular tour. The fun Duck Tours of Boston

This company offers the option of discovering the charms of Boston in a unique and entertaining way.

You will board one of the incredible amphibious boats in the fleet. Their name comes from the shape of these large boats, which date back to World War II and have been refurbished so that you can see the whole city from the famous Charles River.

Duck Tours are not a hop-on, hop-off tour, but they do offer 90 minutes of guaranteed fun and you will learn a lot about the city.

The guides are very knowledgeable about the most important events in Boston and are very entertaining to listen to!

In Boston, Duck Tours depart from three different locations:

• One on the waterfront behind Faneuil Hall.
• Another in Back Bay behind the Prudential Center
• And a third in Cambridge at the Boston Museum of Science

How much do they cost?

• Adults - $53
• Children (3-11) - $37
• Infants (0-2) - $11
• Seniors - $44

In addition, if you are on a cruise and have a quick stopover in Boston, this company has a dock at the Black Falcon Terminal.

This makes it a perfect option for discovering the charms of Boston in a short time.

Don't worry about bringing a map, Google Maps, or geolocation apps because the tram driver is also an essential guide to the best places and monuments to visit in Boston.

They will also give you a brochure at each stop with information about all the attractions to explore around each one.

My advice is not to forget to bring the following items:

• Sunscreen: The sun in Boston can be strong, and there is a lot to explore on foot near each stop, so staying out of the sun during the midday hours is a must.
• Water bottle: Especially if you're visiting in the summer, stay hydrated as there is a lot of walking and sightseeing to do.
• Umbrella: Boston's weather can change faster than you expect, and what may seem like a sunny day at first can quickly turn into a sudden storm. Be prepared! Of course, if you get caught in a heavy storm without an umbrella, you can stay comfortably in the vehicle until the rain stops.
• Comfortable walking shoes: Many interesting attractions, including several of the Freedom Trail sites, such as historic cemeteries, are 2-3 blocks away from where the trolleys can stop, as Boston's narrow, winding streets in the older historic areas do not allow them to reach all locations. In Boston, you will walk a lot each day, so comfortable shoes are a must.