Theater District

New for 2024! Experience the colorful history of theater in Boston!

Tours Walking Tours New for 2024

Tour Description

Special 2-hour Theater History Tours with BBF and the Boch Center Wang Theatre

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 1:00 pm - Member preview (Free for BBF members)
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 2:00 pm - Members get $5 discount off of tour price
Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 1:00 pm - Members get $5 discount off of tour price

Join us in October 2024 for a unique 2-hour Theater History program that includes both Boston By Foot's guided Theater District tour followed by a guided tour of the interior of the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre & Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame. This tour includes a 60-75 minute walking tour of Boston's Theater District, followed by a 45-60 minute tour of the Boch Center Wang Theatre.

BBF members receive a discount on 2-hour Theater History tour tickets. These special 2-hour Theater History tours are presented in collaboration with The Boch Center Wang Theatre. All are welcome.

About Boston By Foot's Theater District walking tour

Take a walking tour of Boston's Theater District. Join your Boston By Foot guide for a walking tour of Boston's Theater District exploring the exteriors of such theaters as the Opera House, the Majestic, Wilbur, Colonial, and the Paramount. Experience stories about the varied history of theatre in Boston, from the Colonial period to Boston's heyday as a tryout venue for some of the country's greatest plays and musicals before they went to Broadway.

About the Historic Boch Center Wang Theatre interior tour

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent landmarks, the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre - plus get an exclusive look at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame and its multiple exhibits! Learn about the theater’s architectural highlights and unique history – from its hotel roots and glamorous days as a movie “cathedral,” to today’s role as an impressive venue for performances and events.

Stand on the stage graced by Mikhail Baryshnikov, Queen, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Liza Minnelli and more! Explore The Music Hall and learn about the home of the first Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame - featuring memorabilia and photographs of music legends such as Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen, Joan Baez, and Bob Dylan.