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Explore Boston with a Free Audio Tour

Boston National Historical Park, Boston African American National Historic Site, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Bronze medallion with words The Freedom Trail Boston set in a red brick sidewalk.

Select a Self-Guided Audio Tour

Listen online or download the NPS App to explore Boston with a FREE audio tour of your choice. Download the NPS app from the Apple App store or Google Play. Once the app is installed, follow the tutorial. If you are already in Boston and turned on location access, Boston National Historical Park, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park will show up automatically. Otherwise simply tap "Find a Park" and search "Boston". Tap your preferred park unit and then begin to explore!

Explore Boston's Trails to Freedom:

Explore Downtown Boston and Beacon Hill with the following tours: 

Visit Bunker Hill and take a listen to the following tour: 

Details
Activity
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Pets Allowed
Yes
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Any Time
Accessibility Information
Trails on the various audio tours navigate terrains that consist of hills, sharp inclines, and small and uneven sidewalks. Trail paths consist of different surfaces (cement, cobblestones, pavement, wooden boardwalk) and are occassionally uneven. There also may be obstructions on sidewalks that may be difficult to navigate around. 

Boston National Historical Park, Boston African American National Historic Site, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

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Virtual Black Heritage Trail® Tour

Explore the sites of the Black Heritage Trail® virtually.

Circular bronze plaque reading "Freedom Trail" points towards a red brick path
Freedom Trail Audio Tour

Listen to stories of the Freedom Trail, whether in Downtown Boston or at home! Available in Spanish and French too!

Map with cameo images in sepia tone of individuals and buildings.
Underground Railroad in Boston Tour

Through this self-guided audio tour, hear about Boston's role in the Underground Railroad.

Silhouettes of women against a 19th century bird's eye view of a city.
Women of Beacon Hill Audio Tour

Explore and listen to the stories of the inspiring women who lived and made a difference in the Beacon Hill community.

Poster of the Bunker Hill Monument dedication with phone tour overlaid.
Remembering Revolution Audio Tour

This self-guided audio tour explores the legacy of the men who fought at Bunker Hill and the different memories the Monument evokes.

A crowd at the edge of a harbor with someone speaking to them standing in high water
High Tide Trail Audio Tour

Follow the High Tide Trail to explore the history of Boston’s changing coastline and learn what future changes may be in store.

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Last updated: March 13, 2025