Hop On Hop Off Trolley
Boston, Massachusetts
Durata 2 ore
- Adult from: €91,62 EUR
- Child from: €54,60 EUR
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Centro comunicazioni NCL | Centro comunicazioni NCL Non perdere la tua prenotazione! | 25422881 | 1 apr, 2014 | |
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Centro comunicazioni NCL | Centro comunicazioni NCL Non perdere la tua prenotazione! | 25422881 | 1 apr, 2014 | |
Centro comunicazioni NCL | Centro comunicazioni NCL Non perdere la tua prenotazione! | 25422881 | 1 apr, 2014 |
*Termini e condizioni
Pacchetto non disponibile sulle crociere di meno di 5 giorni o crociere charter.
Durata 2 ore
Enjoy a fully narrated Hop On Hop Off Old Town Trolley Tour onboard Boston's only fleet of "stadium" style trolleys which offer unparalleled sightseeing opportunities. Among the sites you'll see are Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, The Old North Church, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, Boston Common, Public Garden, Cheers Bar, Prudential Center, Trinity Church, Beacon Hill and the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum® There are 16 stops for you to hop off and back on and trolleys come by approximately every 15 to 20 minutes*, so you have the flexibility to customize your visit. *wait time may be longer during peak hours.
Durata 2 ore e 1/2
Enjoy the highlights of Boston as this panoramic tour takes you past the city’s most important and scenic sites. See Copley Square, one of the city’s most attractive spots bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Continuing through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you’ll pass exclusive boutiques, trendy cafes and the Public Garden. In the heart of the city and overlooking Boston Common, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city - Beacon Hill.
Passing the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House, you'll see the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began and catch a glimpse of the steeple of the Old North Church where Paul Revere had two lanterns hung to signal that the British Redcoats were on the move.
Durata 7 ore e 1/2
Explore landmarks in North Shore’s classic seaports, including Rockport’s iconic red fishing shack, the fisherman’s statue in Gloucester and the Salem Witch Museum.
After departing from the pier, you will drive across beautiful Cape Ann to seaside Rockport. The magical setting has long inspired artists, including famed American landscape painter Winslow Homer, who was drawn to the area for years.
You will also be inspired as you explore downtown Rockport on your own. Be sure to see Motif No. 1, a red wooden fishing shack on the wharf that has been the subject of so many paintings that it has become Rockport’s signature attraction. The shack has even been featured on a U.S. postage stamp.
You will next stop in to Gloucester, a city with a rich maritime history. The sea has greatly influenced life here, epitomized in the Fisherman’s Memorial, where you will stop briefly for photos of this iconic statue of a fisherman at the wheel of his ship. It was erected as a tribute to the thousands of Gloucester fishermen who have lost their lives at sea.
A bit farther down the coast, you will find Salem, a town forever associated with the witch trails that were held here in the late 17th century. You will learn more about the hysteria and injustice of the witch trails at the Salem Witch Museum. A theatrical presentation will depict how the trials came about, how they were conducted and the aftermath.
Free time in Salem follows.
Durata 2 ore
OVERVIEW
Enjoy the highlights of Boston as this panoramic tour takes you past the city's most important and scenic sites. One of the city's most attractive spots, you will see Copley Square bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Continuing through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you will pass a number of upscale boutiques and trendy cafes as you make your way past the Public Garden. In the heart of the city and overlooking the green oasis of the Boston Common, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city, Beacon Hill. During you scenic drive you will pass by the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House, as well as the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began. Looking across the Charles River as the patriots did in April of 1775, you will see the steeple of Old North Church where Paul Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British Redcoats were approaching.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Drive past Boston marquee destinations.
• Hear intriguing commentary about the attractions.
• Get a great sense of America’s early history.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Durata 3 ore e 3/4
OVERVIEW
Walk through the historical North End of Boston with a guide that will describe the most iconic attractions and then continue across the Charles River into Cambridge. Along the way, you will pass one historic landmark after another, so many of them key to the American Revolution. You will see Boston Common, the oldest public park in America, the exclusive neighborhood of Beacon Hill and the gold-domed Massachusetts State House, which was constructed in 1798 on land that was once John Hancock’s cow pasture. You will also behold the exterior of the Old North Church, where Paul Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British were approaching by sea. After crossing the river to Cambridge, you can independently explore Harvard University and if time permits pause at Copley Square, an area is known for architectural treasures such as the Boston Public Library and Trinity Church.
HIGHLIGHTS
• See some of the landmarks in Boston that played key roles in the American Revolution.
• View the exterior of the Old North Church, the oldest church building in Boston.
• Cross the Charles River into Cambridge and explore Harvard University on your own.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Durata 3 ore e 1/2
OVERVIEW
Take a panoramic drive through the most historical areas of Boston and enjoy an insider’s tour of Fenway Park, America’s oldest baseball park. The guide will provide engaging commentary on the significance of the sights, but nothing will be quite as enlightening as seeing the ballpark up close and behind the scenes. Since opening in 1912, Fenway Park has remained largely intact and looks much like it did when Red Sox legends such as Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski and Jim Rice played. You will browse the press box and broadcast booths and get a good look at the dugout seats and Pesky’s Pole. The famed pole marks the right field foul line and the shortest distance for a home run in major league baseball. Depending on the field’s availability, you may walk along the warning track and behold the iconic wall known as the Green Monster that stretches across left field.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy access to areas of Fenway Park that are usually off limits to the general public.
• See iconic features of the ballpark such as the Green Monster and Pesky’s Pole.
• Gain insight into the history of Boston on a panoramic drive through downtown.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Durata 3 ore e 1/2
OVERVIEW
Browse the namesake library and museum dedicated to John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, who was born just a few miles away in Brookline. Designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, the nine-story complex holds a collection of archival photographs, videos, documents and personal items that detail key events in J.F.K’s life. There are exhibits on his early years, the 1960 presidential election and the president’s commitment to the U.S. space program and civil rights. Other areas are dedicated to First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, the Peace Corps and Kennedy’s innovative live televised press conferences, which he held an average of once every 16 days. Afterwards, on a panoramic drive through Boston, you will pass landmarks such as the Public Garden, Boston Common and the Old North Church. If you choose, you can be dropped off at Quincy Market and return on the shuttle at your leisure.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Gain great insight into the life and times of J.F.K. at his presidential library and museum.
• Browse exhibits on topics ranging from the president’s early years to the Cold War.
• Enjoy a panoramic drive through Boston and disembark at Quincy Market if you choose.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Durata 4 ore e 1/4
The seaside city of Salem is well known for its infamous Witch Hunts of three centuries ago and its special nautical heritage dating back to the China Trade. On this tour you’ll visit the Salem Witch Museum and experience Salem’s historic waterfront. At the museum, using stage sets, life-size figures, lighting and narration, you’ll learn about the Witch Trials of 1692 and have time to visit the witch exhibit. You'll also see the Witch Memorial and the Point Burying Ground where one of the 'witch' judges is buried - an ancestor of Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Take in Salem’s picturesque Derby Wharf, dating back to the fabled China Trade period, when Yankee Clipper ships sailed around the globe and Salem was the wealthiest city in the United States. You’ll have time to independently explore the historic waterfront, snap a photo of 'Friendship,' a replica clipper ship or simply relax and browse the unique shops on the wharf. Before your return drive to Boston, enjoy a drive down Chestnut Street, considered by many to be the most beautiful residential streets in America.
Durata 3 ore e 3/4
Enjoy the highlights of Boston on this panoramic tour that takes you past the city's most important and scenic sites by land and sea. Passing by Boston’s busy waterfront, you’ll arrive at Long Wharf to embark on a 45 minute harbor cruise. As your Captain expertly navigates this historic waterfront, your knowledgeable guide will point out the many landmarks of the Boston skyline and the surrounding harbor.
See the steeple of the Old North Church, where Paul Revere had lanterns hung to signal that the British Redcoats were approaching, as well as a view of 'Old Ironsides' with the Bunker Hill Monument in the background. After your harbor cruise, you’ll drive to one of the city’s most attractive spots, Copley Square bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you’ll pass a number of boutiques and trendy cafes, as you make your way past Public Garden.
In the heart of the city, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city, Beacon Hill. You’ll also pass by the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House and the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began. At the end of your tour, you’ll have the option to be dropped off at Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall on morning departures or return directly to the pier.
Durata 2 ore
Enjoy the highlights of Boston both by land and on the Charles River as this tour combines a panoramic tour of the city’s most important and scenic sites followed by an exciting journey by water aboard a unique World War II amphibious vehicle called the Boston Duck. You’ll pass through the heart of Boston and along a portion of the Freedom Trail to catch a glimpse of the Old State House, the site of the Boston Massacre, the King’s Chapel, Granary Burying Ground, the Park Street Church and the expansive green of Boston Common. Pass by picturesque Copley Square, bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library.
Then you’ll make your way past the Public Garden, exclusive Beacon Hill and the New State House with its impressive gold dome. Cross the Charles River and see Bunker Hill Monument, the Charlestown Navy Yard homeport of the USS Constitution, the New Charles River Dam and Park and more. Your driver becomes Captain as your Duck makes a big splash into the Charles River for a brief tour by water. During your Duck cruise you’ll see the Craigie Drawbridge and the Longfellow Bridge linking Boston and Cambridge, as well as Fenway Park and the Esplanade in the distance. Once on dry land you’ll return to your ship.
Durata 4 ore
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.
Durata 3 ore e 1/2
OVERVIEW
Walk the historical Freedom Trail, pausing at many of the most pivotal sites in the American Revolution, while the guide elaborates on their significance in the founding of America. Highlights include the Massachusetts State House, Park Street Church and the Granary Burying Ground, the final resting place of John Hancock, Samuel Adams and Paul Revere. You will see the site of America’s First Public School and the Old Corner Book Store where authors including Emerson and Longfellow often gathered. Near the circle of stones in front of the Old State House, you will hear the story of the Boston Massacre, the first bloodshed of the Revolution. You will then continue to the North End, Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood and on to the home of Paul Revere. You will also view the exterior of the Old North Church, where Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British were approaching by sea.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Follow the Freedom Trail, a winding path that tells the story of the American Revolution.
• Pass attractions such as the Massachusetts State House and the Old South Meeting House.
• View the exterior of the Old North Church, the oldest church building in Boston.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
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