BOSTON · MASSACHUSETTS
Boston’s best days out.
The 15 most popular 1-day tours in Boston. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Boston to Martha’s Vineyard day trip with Island Queen ferry, Cape Cod Canal drive, and optional narrated tour to Edgartown and Gay Head.
Most Popular“It’s like you step back in time. No stop lights or fast food, just an all around simple place to be. Very pretty and picturesque.”
Boston-to-Martha’s Vineyard day trip with ferry views, Oak Bluffs cottages, Edgartown shopping, Aquinnah cliffs, plus optional island tour.
“Jenny was great getting us to the ferry from Boston and back. She kept it fun and lively. The tour on the island was good. it helped to fill in the 3 hours and then still had time to shop in the ferry town as well as 2 other towns. Definitely would recommend just make…”
Boston to Martha’s Vineyard day trip with ferry and optional island tour. Hotel pickup, live driver commentary, ~6 hours on the island.
“The NEX transportation was good. Keith gave a lot of information. Going to the Vineyard we sat in the very back seats and could not hear most of what he was saying. The Vineyard was beautiful. Edgartown was mostly shopping and restaurants. Oak Bluffs more things to see.”
Boston to Newport day trip with Breakers and Marble House tickets, guided history, coastal stops, and time to explore on your own
“Interesting day trip to view the gilded age mansions. Travel time was long, but unavoidable. Boston traffic is terrible. Would have been better if we could have been picked up at our own hotel, which is a major one. Tour guide Tim was very good.”
Boston hotel pickup to the White Mountains for Kancamagus Highway photo stops, North Conway lunch time, and Mount Washington views.
“Matt was a great driver and knowledgeable of the area. Felt safe in the van and he provided clear information. Very nice day”
Boston to Kennebunkport day trip with Nubble Light, Marginal Way and Ogunquit, plus optional trolley. Hotel pickup and snacks.
“This is the perfect day trip from Boston. Lucia, our driver and tour guide is very knowledgeable, has a great sense of humor and is a safe driver. Scenic drive with a few stops along the way- not just pass-by’s, which allowed us to make the most of this trip. I thoroughly enjoyed all of…”
Boston to Martha’s Vineyard day trip by ferry with easy minibus pickup, town/photo stops, and an optional 3-hour island tour for $120.
“Keith to the port and Harry around the island 10/10 good information, fun, and friendly!”
Day trip from Boston to Quincy, Scituate, and Plymouth: Adams sites, Scituate Lighthouse, Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II, and Plimoth Patuxet.
“David was a very knowledgeable and engaging guide. We loved seeing the historical sites and hearing David's commentary and stories.”
Boston to Salem day trip with hotel pickup, Salem Trolley, House of the Seven Gables, Witch Museum entry, and photo stops.
“Matt was our tour driver. He took the time to explain us about Boston and Salem. I’m giving a 4 star because I don’t think the Salem Witch Museum is worth a visit. We did enjoyed the tour in The House of the Seven Gables and the food at Finz with ocean view was delicious!!…”
Private 6.5-hour day trip from Boston to Lexington and Concord with a customizable guide, Revolutionary sites, and Walden Pond.
“Very informative and insightful story telling accompanying the well organized itinerary. Our tour guide Mark was very knowledgeable and involved. We truly enjoyed this tour despite an unwelcoming Boston weather.”
Niagara Falls US side in 2 days from Boston: night lights, a one-night hotel stop, and an optional Classic Tour with Whirlpool, Cave of the Winds, and Maid of the Mist.
“The vehicle for transportation for the distance traveled was very uncomfortable. The hotel booked for staying was ok, but information wasn’t given until we checked in.”
Private day trip from Boston to Salem and Hammond Castle. Guided castle tour, witch-trial landmarks, and easy pickup in one long day.
“A great tour of the Hammond Castle and Salem. Our guide was phenomenal and told us many wonderful stories. Overall highly recommended.”
Boston to Kennebunkport day trip by minibus with Maine stories, shop stops, excellent seafood, and an optional lobster tour.
“Outstanding”
Private Boston to coastal Maine day trip with flexible stops, a chauffeur, and time at Kittery Outlets and Nubble Lighthouse.
“Excellent tour, beautiful scenery and ease of transportation, ie enough time to go around the shops etc”
Small group day trip from Boston to Salem and Hammond Castle. Guided castle tour, major witch trial sites, photo time, and door drop-off.
“Our guide was incredibly friendly and full of interesting historical tidbits and fun references! The tour route was fantastic, making the experience even more enjoyable.”
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