Drink History! Tour of Historic Sites and Taverns (with beer or cider)

Experience Boston in a new (and historic) way! See ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab New England craft beers at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in pivotal moments, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party--you'll be shocked by some of these very true stories! Even if you've lived in Boston for years, you'll be retelling fun facts to your family and friends for months after joining us.   Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (our guides have a a Bachelor's in History or have a PhD in History), you'll learn about the drunken and revolutionary history of Boston and have a blast doing it. We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!

Boston Common

Tour of Boston's Revolutionary (and Drunken) Past

Join us for a memorable (and insta-worthy) afternoon in Boston. We'll drink local craft beers while talking about Boston's revolutionary and drunken past. Even if you've lived in Boston for years, you'll have a blast and see your city in a new way. Walk the Freedom Trail to see ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab a beer (or hard cider) at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in some of pivotal moments in history, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You'll be surprised about how much alcohol was involved and which revolutionaries loved to imbibe, and you'll leave have plenty of stories to retell! &nbsp; Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (we were founded by a PhD in History and two-time author), you'll learn about the lesser-known history of the American Revolution and drink in the rich history of Boston. &nbsp; We are a small, local business and we appreciate your support!

Freedom Trail

Drink Your History! Tour of Historic Sites and Taverns (with beer or cider)

Experience Boston in a new (and historic) way! Walk streets downtown to see ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab New England craft beers at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in pivotal moments, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party--you'll be shocked by some of these very true stories! Even if you've lived in Boston for years, you'll be retelling fun facts to your family and friends for months after joining us.   Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (our guides have a a Bachelor's in History or have a PhD in History), you'll learn about the drunken and revolutionary history of Boston and have a blast doing it. We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!

Experience Boston's Drunken Past with Small Group Tour 

Experience Boston's revolutionary and drunken past! Join us to drink local beers (or hard ciders) in historic taverns and see sites on the Freedom Trail related to the American Revolution. Hear about the role alcohol played in some of pivotal moments in history, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (our guides have a minimum of a Bachelor's in History or have a PhD in History), you'll learn about the lesser-known history of the American Revolution and hear stories you'll want to reshare. We make history relevant and fun! Whether you're a local or from out-of-town, you'll have a blast learning about and drinking to the rich history of Boston. Groups are capped at 12 people, so you'll have an intimate, but lively experience. We are a small, woman-owned, local business and we appreciate your support!

Drink like a President! Tour of Boston's Revolutionary and Drunken Past

Celebrate President's Day by drinking like our nation's first leaders! Walk the Freedom Trail to see ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab New England craft beers at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in some of pivotal moments in history, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You'll be surprised to learn which revolutionaries were the biggest drinkers! Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (our guides have a minimum of a Bachelor's in History or are currently working towards or have a PhD in History), you'll learn about the drunken and revolutionary history of Boston in the eighteenth century. Our tours are the most fun and social way to experience Boston! We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!

Join us for a memorable (and insta-worthy) afternoon in Boston. We'll drink local craft beers while talking about Boston's revolutionary and drunken past. Even if you've lived in Boston for years, you'll have a blast and see your city in a new way. Walk the Freedom Trail to see ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab a beer (or hard cider) at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in some of pivotal moments in history, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. You'll be surprised about how much alcohol was involved and you'll leave have plenty of stories to retell!   Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (we were founded by a PhD in History and two-time author), you'll learn about the lesser-known history of the American Revolution and drink in the rich history of Boston.   We are a small, local business and we appreciate your support!

Drink Your History! Tour of Historic Sites and Taverns (with beer)

Beer Makes History Even Better Downtown Tour

Ye Olde Tavern Tours offers historic tavern tours in Boston because we believe beer makes history even better. On our guided tours, you'll walk the Freedom Trail to see ten historic sites related to the American Revolution and grab New England craft beers at three historic taverns. Hear about the role alcohol played in some of pivotal moments in history, including the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. Led by expertly-trained and incredibly personable historians (our guides have a minimum of a Bachelor's in History or are currently working towards or have a PhD in History), you'll learn about the drunken and revolutionary history of Boston in the eighteenth century. Our tours are the most fun and social way to experience Boston! We are a small, local business and appreciate your support!

"Cock'd" & "Boozy": Drink like a Founding Father

Americans in the 18th century drank a lot of alcohol and the Founding Fathers were no exception. Join our walking tour to learn what George Washington, Ben Franklin, John Hancock and Thomas Jefferson drank and how alcohol shaped their lives and the American Revolution. We'll see five sites on the Freedom Trail and stop at two taverns to drink a historically-inspired craft cocktail at each. The cocktails are delicious and exclusive to our tours! You'll leave with some incredible stories to share about our nation's drunken history. Your tour guide is an author, has a PhD in American history, and knows how to make history fun. All guests must be 21+. We are a small, Boston-based business and appreciate your support! :)

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S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Discover kid-friendly fun in Boston, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas! Enjoy hands-on exhibits at the Boston Children’s Museum, explore the New England Aquarium, and visit the Franklin Park Zoo. Find parks, playgrounds, and seasonal events perfect for families across Massachusetts.

Top 20 kid-friendly things to do in Boston, MA

Kid-friendly things to do in Boston

Kid-friendly events

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.