BOSTON MAJOR HISTORICAL SITES – 5K

Embark on a running tour of Boston, Massachusetts, where history and fitness blend seamlessly. This 5 kilometre loop through the heart of the city connects iconic landmarks that shaped America’s story. With stops at the Granary Burying Ground, the Boston Massacre Site, Long Wharf, and Faneuil Hall, this tour is perfect for history enthusiasts looking to stay active while exploring Boston’s rich heritage. Your journey begins at the Granary Burying Ground, one of Boston’s oldest cemeteries, dating back to 1660. Nestled on Tremont Street, this quiet sanctuary houses the final resting places of some of America’s most influential figures. Pause briefly to honour the lives of patriots like Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock. The cemetery also includes the graves of the victims of the Boston Massacre, and Mother Goose, whose rhymes have delighted generations. The weathered headstones and towering obelisks here tell stories of courage and sacrifice, setting the tone for the rest of your tour.

From the Granary, we head towards downtown and the Old State House, home to the Boston Massacre Site. This spot, marked by a circle of cobblestones in front of the building, commemorates the tragic events of March 5, 1770. Here, British soldiers fired into a crowd of colonists, killing five and escalating tensions that would lead to the American Revolution. The incident galvanized public opinion against British rule, with propagandists like Paul Revere creating vivid depictions of the massacre. Take a moment to reflect on the impact of this pivotal event before continuing your run. Heading east, follow the Freedom Trail to Long Wharf, once the bustling epicentre of colonial Boston’s maritime trade. Built in the early 18th century, this historic wharf stretched deep into Boston Harbor and connected the city to the wider Atlantic world. Imagine the bustling docks filled with ships carrying goods like molasses, rum, and textiles. Today, Long Wharf offers stunning waterfront views and is home to vibrant activity with ferries, restaurants, and street performers. It’s a great place to catch your breath and soak in the harbour breeze.

 The final stop is Faneuil Hall, just a short run from Long Wharf. Known as the “Cradle of Liberty,” Faneuil Hall was built in 1742 as a marketplace and public meeting hall. During the Revolutionary era, it became a gathering place for patriots to rally against British policies. Notable figures like Samuel Adams and James Otis delivered fiery speeches here, urging colonists to fight for independence. Today, the building continues its dual role, hosting lively markets downstairs and historical exhibits upstairs. The tour finishes with a two kilometres of experiencing the beautiful Boston Commons and Public Gardens, with their multitude of statues and winding paths intertwining beauty and nature with rich Boston history, and a great place to relax and wind down after a run.

PICK-UP SERVICE
Pick-up service from your hotel/apartment or another meeting point is possible and will be checked by the tour provider individually. If your hotel/apartment should be too far away from the city centre or not close to the tour route, then we will meet you at our standard meeting point.

MEETING DETAILS
The tour provider will get in contact with you to provide you with more detailed information after the tour was booked. Please, bring along your mobile phone in case we need to contact each other.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Private guide/tour
• Individual pace
• Digital photos
• Tour route
• Pick-up service
• Water