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Relive the most important event leading up to the American Revolution on this self-guided tour of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. Take a journey back in time to the famous Boston Tea Party, an incident that changed the course of American history. It’s more than a stroll through historic artifacts, though. It’s truly one of the top-rated museums in the city of Boston. Explore authentically restored tea ships and throw the fated tea into Boston Harbor.
  • Admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
  • Get an in-depth look at the events leading up to the Boston Tea Party
  • Learn how the Boston Tea Party kick-started the American Revolution
  • See one of the two remaining tea chests from the Boston Tea Party
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Live Narrated Guided Tour
Port pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Museum open Thursday through Monday. Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Museum closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and subject to closures for private events.

Departure Point

306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA

Departure Time

5/31/2021 - 10/30/2022
Monday:10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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Returns to original departure point
This self-guided tour of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum ushers visitors through authentically restored tea ships and traditional Boston museum exhibits. This floating museum provides the opportunity to explore and learn about the people, events, and consequences that led up to the American Revolution—all in the order in which they occurred back in 1773. Get a sense of what life was like in 18th-century Boston.

At the Meeting House, hear the story of the night of December 16, 1773, and get ready to dump tea alongside the patriots. Explore two authentically restored tea ships—the Eleanor and the Beaver.

Inside the museum, see the Robinson Half Chest, one of only two original tea chests that was dumped into the Boston Harbor that night.
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Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Join the Sons and Daughters of Liberty and relive the night of December 16, 1773. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is an interactive, guided experience where you will be a part of the single most important event leading up to the American Revolution. Board 18th-century replica sailing ships brig Beaver and Eleanor, and join the countrymen in tossing the tea into the sea! View the only known surviving tea chest from that fateful night, the Robinson Tea Chest. Transport back in time while viewing the multi-sensory film "Let it Begin Here", where you will be a part of Paul Revere's midnight ride and be placed into the battle where the "Shot heard 'round the world" was fired. Complete your experience with a stop in Abigail's Tea Room at the end of your tour to enjoy some tea time.
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Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • ALL guests must check in with the ticket booth with their voucher to receive a tour time, depending on availability. Your voucher does not guarantee a tour time. Due to capacity restrictions, entry to the museum is on a first come, first serve basis and it is recommended to check in early.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Admission?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the policy on sanitization during Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Admission?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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  • "Since I have lupus I can not stay in sun so I was allowed to sit in shade." See review
  • "Even with the Covid restrictions it was worth every penny." See review

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Engaging and informative!
Thomas_B
, Oct 2021
Very engaging museum and tour. Our tour guide kept the group moving throughout the various portions of the tour which included multimedia presentations and live activities. The near 90 minutes kept our 9 year old engaged the entire time. A great way to experience the lead up to the American Revolution!
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Fun and educational
Julie_M
, Oct 2021
Thos was a fun and educational experience for the whole family. Actors/actresses added to the experience
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A great activity for young and old near the seaport of Boston
Joan_M
, Oct 2021
I was there with my 2 British Grandchildren and their parents. I thought it great to hear about history from the American point of view. The visual walking experience made it come "to life ". We live in Acton , and my husband I appreciated hearing the story from our Concord and Lexington connection. We also loved walking around the Seaport while we waited for the tour to start.
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They made you apart of...
Terri_M
, Oct 2021
They made you apart of the story. Was very informative and interesting. Lots of information but very fun
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Awesome tour, educational and fun
lauren_s
, Oct 2021
Fun time for the entire family to learn about the Boston tea party. Our 19 month old loved it! Not too long, great cafe at the end with views
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This was so much fun!...
Brianna_M
, Oct 2021
This was so much fun! There was so much information and it was great guests could participate. We loved all of the short videos.
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star-5
Great tour!
Amy_C
, Oct 2021
Such great people and fun for all ages!!!! I’m a history teacher and it was spot on… and interactive!
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History made interesting
Sue_L
, Oct 2021
This was very interesting and I loved the passion shown by the players. The tour of the ship was interesting and throwing tea overboard.
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Tea party....informative and fun!
Hali_R
, Oct 2021
Wonderful experience! The reenactment really helped to put things into perspective. Would like to have spent more time here.
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Overboard
Vickie_R
, Oct 2021
Very educational experience! Wonderful lesson in true American history fighting for our freedom. Throwing the tea bags into the river. Great staff and videos!
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