Shore Excursion Details

Lexington & Concord

Boston, Massachusetts

Lexington & Concord

DETAILS

  • 4
    hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Enjoy a picturesque drive into the outskirts of Boston and explore the historic battlefields of Lexington and Concord, two former farming communities that played pivotal roles in the earliest days of the American Revolution. At Lexington Green, you will see where the opening shots of the war were fired, killing several militiamen. The grassy site is now a public park and National Historic Landmark. You will also learn about the fighting that took place in nearby Concord, in particular at the Old North Bridge that spans the Concord River. It was there in 1775 that “the shot heard around the world” was fired, a skirmish that Ralph Waldo Emerson immortalized in a poem. You may see his home and those of other writers such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott while in Concord. Upon reaching Cambridge, you can explore the hallowed halls of Harvard University on your own.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See Lexington Green, the battle site where the American Revolution started.
• Visit the Old North Bridge where “the shot heard around the world” was fired.
• Enjoy free time to browse Harvard University on your own.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: Walking is at guest’s discretion. Walking distance is approximately 300 yards (27 meters) on hard-packed surface and sidewalks, some hills, no steps. Tour itinerary may vary due to traffic conditions. Tour not recommended for guest's with limited mobility.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Historical Landmarks

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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