Tour Description
On this guided tour, explore how Boston’s back bay was filled in to become one of the United States’ richest collections of art and architecture.
The treasures of this Back Bay tour include Trinity Church, the Boston Public Library, Old South Church and grand Back Bay townhouses.
Walk back in time to uncover splendid examples of Victorian architecture.
Tour Information
Public Tour Calendar
Private Tours
Boston By Foot private tours are perfect for family groups, school groups, corporate groups, university and alumni groups, people who wish to tour with their pets, and anyone looking for a more personalized tour experience.
Starting Location
Meet your guide in Copley Square, on the steps of Trinity Church that face Dartmouth Street.
Finding Your Guide: All guides carry an 8×11 sign that says “Boston By Foot Walking Tours.”
Nearest Accessible MBTA Station: Copley (Green Line)
Ending Location
This tour ends in the general area of the John Hancock Building.
Nearest Accessible MBTA Stations: Copley (Green Line) and Back Bay (Orange Line & Commuter Rail)
