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Boston, United States
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Free things to do in Boston
You don't need a big budget to enjoy Boston. These experiences are completely free to attend, though many still require you to reserve a spot in advance because capacity is limited.
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Why this shortlist
Free walking tours are the single most popular free activity in Boston, and we list every reputable one in town. Many are tip-based, which means you pay what you think the tour was worth at the end.
Aside from walking tours, look for free museum entry days, open-air concerts, and self-guided routes with downloadable maps.
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Free things to do in Boston
Boston All-Inclusive Pass By Go City: 45+ Attractions
Boston, United States
From$49
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Tickets
Boston, United States
From$36
Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium
Boston, United States
From$85.58
Old Town Trolley Tours: Boston Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Boston, United States
From$52.45
View Boston Standard Ticket: Skip-the-Box Office
Boston, United States
From$34
New England Aquarium Tickets
Boston, United States
From$39.56
Historic Boston Harbor Cruise
Boston, United States
From$46
Charles River: 90-Minute Cocktail & Sunset Cruise
Boston, United States
From$36.75
Boston Ghosts & Gravestones
Boston, United States
From$47.25
Boston: Movie Mile Guided Walking Tour
Boston, United States
From$43
Salem: Day Trip From Boston + Guided Tour + Salem Witch Museum
Boston, United States
From$160
Boston: Harvard Square Guided Donut Tour
Boston, United States
From$68.90
City Sightseeing Boston: Hop-on Hop-off Boston & Charlestown Tour
Boston, United States
From$63.99
Boston Harbor Whale Watch Cruise
Boston, United States
From$85.56
Beacon Hill Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour
Boston, United States
From$35
Back Bay Boston: Votes for Women History Tour
Boston, United States
From$35
Museum of Illusions Boston: Entry Ticket
Boston, United States
From$42
Boston Harbor Self-Guided Audio Tour
Boston, United States
From$9.99
Best of Boston: Full-Day Private Tour
Boston, United States
From$661.50
Franklin Park Zoo: Entry Ticket
Boston, United States
From$24.45
Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
Boston, United States
From$49
Boston: Guided Delicious Donut Tour with Tastings
Boston, United States
From$70
City Sightseeing Boston: Single Ride Pass
Boston, United States
From$43.99
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FAQ
- Are tip-based tours really free?
- Yes, there's no obligation to tip. Most guides survive on tips, though, so €5–€10 per person is the norm if you enjoyed it.