Boston Private City Tour
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: Portuguese, English
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- Bottled water
What's not included- Tickets to Attractions
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We pick up from any hotels in the Boston Area
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Boston Logan International Airport, 1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA 02128
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Boston Cruise Terminal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 178462P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 178462P1
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- carmencP4808YB0 contributionsGreat experience from start to finishBoston Preffered Car Sevice was able to help me last minute with airport transfers. They were friendly, accommodating and punctional. Communication was top notch! Will be using them again!Written 5 December 2024
- marybO3902RV0 contributionsThe Best Car/Limo ServiceAs usual, Boston Preferred Car Service handled all aspects of this transaction flawlessly. From the initial phone contact, to the pleasant and safe drivers, David and Natalia, and the helpful texts, this was and always is a pleasant experience. The service is prompt, professional, and courteous. The vehicles are maintained in spotless, excellent condition. Nothing but superlatives!!!Written 5 April 2024
- Navigator3052690 contributionsPerfect in any way, totally trustworthyGreat Service! Always on time, always reliable. Driver very professional, super polite, safe and efficient driving. Would hire this company any time.Written 31 March 2024
- davidsV4453VM0 contributionsDon't do itFirst driver, Levi, picked us up from the airport on time, fantastic vehicle, super nice guy, great experience. Booked a week later to go back to the airport, paid in advance, driver never showed up, messaged the company 3 times that morning to see if they were late, not going to show, whatever, never received a response, waited an extra 30 minutes and ended up taking Lyft. Two days later, have requested a refund and still no response from anyone. No sorry, we screwed up, nothing. For a rate that's 5X what lyft, uber, etc. are I expect them to be better. Just show up. Will never use this company again.Written 22 March 2024
- B8090ZFelizabethf0 contributionsAwesomeBoth drivers was very friendly and nice to talk to The drive very safe and clean, would use again and recommend to anyone. All call services was awesome. 10 out 10Written 16 September 2023
- glendalegal0 contributionsThumbs Up Boston Preferred Car ServiceWe booked a day long tour with Boston Preferred Car Service a week or so before heading to Boston for our daughter's Tufts graduation. When Sam arrived to pick us up it was pouring rain which never let up. Boy were we glad to be touring the Freedom Trail in a car and not walking it! There were 13 of us in the executive van and were we lucky to get such a patient tour guide. Sam did great with there being so many of us. He timed lunch perfectly at Harvard Square and his hamburger recommendation at Bartley's was great advice. Had it not been raining we would have taken his suggestion to tour the USS Constitution and a few other recommended sites, but it wasn't in the cards. All in all, we could not have been happier with the car, the tour, and Sam. Highly recommend.Written 29 May 2023
- nicolesN4050QZ0 contributionsWonderfulSam was great! Before arriving to Boston the Communication was really good in letting us know the details of pickup and about the tour. Sam was on time, car was very clean, with cold water waiting for us. We had a 7 hour layover in Boston and wanted to see as much as we could. Sam was wonderful driving us around the city in rush hour. He knew so much of the history in Boston and lots of fun facts I never knew. He gave us time to get out and see the sights on foot. Wish we had more time. Very happy with the service and would use again next time we are in Boston to. The Johnson FamilyWritten 21 September 2022
- davidvA1340FM0 contributionsExcellent serviceFrom the ease of making a reservation to the professionalism and timely and polite service would highly recommend using this service. David the driver arrive a few minutes early for a very early flight which provided security for my significant other who was ravelingWritten 26 February 2021
- Jfriedman5320 contributionsGreat ServiceI used Boston Preferred Car Service on an as directed basis for five hours today. I had a great experience. Professional, friendly, knowledgeable. And delivered as promised.Written 17 September 2020
- Trip7657450 contributionsTrouble-free transport to LoganWe have used Preferred Car Service previously, and this time also the very clean vehicle was ready when we were, the driver was well-informed and helpful, and we had a smooth ride to (and from) the airport. Highly recommended.Written 9 March 2020
- 188lilianag0 contributionsExceptional serviceI have used Boston Preferred Care Service for a number of years and have been always incredibly satisfied with the service - punctual (usually 10-15 minutes early), professional and overall very nice people. The vehicles are clean and have bottled water available, as needed. My latest experience, however, was by far the best and one which cemented my opinion and relationship with this service. I had returned from a long overseas flight (traveling for 24 hours or so) and after the driver dropped me off at my home I realized I had forgotten/left my cell phone with drivers license and a couple of credit cards either there or on the plane. I called the service and within 15-20 minutes they had contacted the driver who found the cell phone and delivered it to me that same evening within an hour or so. Truly an exceptional driver and service and I highly recommend them to anyone.Written 6 March 2020
- Explore809670 contributionsA Great Way to Get to/from LoganEverything was excellent - he was there ahead and we communicated by text per his location, car was perfect, ride was good, driver was courteous and friendly. Very satisfied. Thank you.Written 5 March 2020
- Alexcancun830 contributionsBest way to see BostonSam was incredibly nice, informative and accommodating with our whole group, showed us what we asked and even gave the best recommendations for a great lunch... would do this private tour again if I were to go back!!Written 27 September 2019
- 664FredericoS0 contributionsBOSTON to NYI only have positive notes about this service. In one sentence: it was truly amazing. David was excellent, friendly and made our trip as smooth as possible. He’s an awesome driver and we had a great time during the trip. He was right on time, and we arrived in NY in good time. He also was great with all our luggage, making sure that all pieces fit and didn’t move during the trip. The car was as expected, comfortable, clean and with plenty room.Written 8 September 2019
- christinavegh0 contributionsComplimentThe service is very reliable and timely. I really enjoyed receiving updates. This is very important to parents, when they let their children travel unaccompanied.Written 12 August 2019
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Richard R
13 contributions
Jul 2021
It was a rainy day in Boston, but Sam made the most of our time and was very friendly and accommodating. He is so very knowledgeable of Boston from the traditional history to current times. We were on the edge of our seats with the details from Paul Revere, Boston Tea Party, Bunker Hill, Harvard, USS Constitution and so many more attractions. He was just amazing and couldn’t ask for a better time to see and learn about Boston and the wealth of history. He stopped at Cheers for us and even a liquor store so we could take some beer and champagne back to our hotel. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Written 3 July 2021
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The pleasure was all mine!
Written 4 July 2021
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Samantha H
Chofu, Japan5 contributions
Our tour guide provided a great Boston overview. The car was comfortable and our guide was very knowledgeable. We got to customize the tour to the places we wanted to highlight, stop and spend more time at certain places.
Written 20 December 2023
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Barbara P
Port Orange, FL2 contributions
Jun 2022
The best ever tour. Five in our party with luggage. Sam was our tour guide. Car was spacious and comfortable. Sam really knows his stuff. Learned so much. Dropped us off at the cruise port. Took 6 other tours on our cruise and we all agreed that Sam’s tour of Boston was the best.
Thanks Sam
Thanks Sam
Written 20 June 2022
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Thank you so much!
Written 30 June 2022
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Scott W
Lenoir City2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
This is an updated review:
The driver was considerate but arrived over 30 minutes late with no courtesy call that he would be late. I had to reach out to him to discover where he was. The company did not contact me to tell me how late he was going to be until he was already 31 minutes late. He did not modify his planned trip to better accommodate our needs (the reason we booked a private guide tour). He answered the phone repeatedly while driving, even stopping his descriptions mid-sentence to take a call. During the last third of the trip, he was constantly texting while driving and describing the city to us. I did not always feel safe riding with him while he was texting and driving. I would not recommend spending money on this private tour, at least not without agreed-upon parameters and reasonable price reductions based on unmet, mutually agreed-upon expectations.
After reaching out to the company, I am grateful that they offered a partial refund of the tour and explained how they were addressing the issues. I would be confident working with them on a future tour.
The driver was considerate but arrived over 30 minutes late with no courtesy call that he would be late. I had to reach out to him to discover where he was. The company did not contact me to tell me how late he was going to be until he was already 31 minutes late. He did not modify his planned trip to better accommodate our needs (the reason we booked a private guide tour). He answered the phone repeatedly while driving, even stopping his descriptions mid-sentence to take a call. During the last third of the trip, he was constantly texting while driving and describing the city to us. I did not always feel safe riding with him while he was texting and driving. I would not recommend spending money on this private tour, at least not without agreed-upon parameters and reasonable price reductions based on unmet, mutually agreed-upon expectations.
After reaching out to the company, I am grateful that they offered a partial refund of the tour and explained how they were addressing the issues. I would be confident working with them on a future tour.
Written 17 June 2024
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Dear Scott,
Thank you for updating your review and for giving us the opportunity to address the issues you experienced. We sincerely apologize again for the inconvenience caused during your tour. Your feedback has been instrumental in helping us improve our services.
We are committed to ensuring that such lapses do not occur in the future. Our team has already implemented measures to enhance communication, ensure better customization of tours, and reinforce safety protocols with our drivers. Additionally, please note that the driver in question is no longer part of our team.
We appreciate your understanding and are grateful for the chance to make things right. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again and provide a superior experience.
Thank you for your patience and trust.
Sincerely,
Written 18 June 2024
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natkoehler
Cranfills Gap, TX100 contributions
We had a great day with Sam. He knows so much about the history of Boston and the surrounding area. We covered more ground in four hours on the tour than we ever could have on our own. He will also stop and take pictures for you, let you eat lunch, etc. Highly recommend.
Written 1 April 2022
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Holly
3 contributions
Aug 2021
We were on a sentimental journey to Boston where we had both attended college more than 50 years ago. My husband had prepared a list of special (to us) places we wanted to visit including our colleges, and places we lived, worked, and frequented for food and fun. Sam was personable, knowledgeable, and patient and we thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent with him. We were surprised by the way Boston had changed after “The Big Dig” and enjoyed Sam’s telling about its construction and the cost overruns and political wrangling that accompanied it. He had many interesting stories to share about Boston’s traditional historical sites. We thoroughly enjoyed our custom tour and highly recommend Sam and The Boston Preferred Car Service
Written 19 August 2021
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Robb G
Kenai, Alaska20 contributions
What a great tour and super guide. We were thrilled with the great job he did! Highly recommend them for your transit or tour needs.
Written 18 October 2020
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Thank you so much! It was a pleasure!
Written 28 December 2020
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KBlake
Tulsa, OK1 contribution
My husband and I had never been to Boston and were in town only for a few hours. We booked the tour so we wouldn’t have to spend the entire time at the airport. And we were incredibly glad we did! We got to see a ton of Boston highlights such as Paul Revere’s house, Old North Church, USS Constitution, Harvard, etc. We loved the ability to personalize our tour as well. Wherever we wanted to go that’s where we went. And however long we wanted to stay at each location, that’s how long we stayed. We really wish the tour could’ve been longer but we were limited on time due to our travel plans. Definitely want to come back to Boston and spend more time and we will definitely book another tour!!
Written 26 September 2019
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Thank you! It was a pleasure!
Written 27 September 2019
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Terri P
Baltimore, MD255 contributions
May 2022
I was traveling to Boston for my daughter's graduation with a party of seven (7), This tour was a huge part of the itinerary. I scheduled the tour weeks in advance. The company canceled the tour at the last minute, less than 24 hours notice without any explanation. Because of the numerous graduations in the area coupled with the holiday weekend, it was impossible to schedule another tour during the same time frame. Ironically, had I canceled with less than 24 hours notice, I would have been on the hook for the cost of the tour.
Please do not book and risk an 11th hour cancellation!!!
Please do not book and risk an 11th hour cancellation!!!
Written 29 May 2022
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We are really sorry we had to cancel this trip with such a short notice. Some times things happens that are beyond our control.
This is extremely rare, but when we have to cancel a tour, we hate it as much as you do.
Employees are not allowed to go to work when they are felling sick or have a fever.
One thing you can be sure about is that we always have our customer's best interest and safety in mind.
Written 30 June 2022
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James H
3 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Sam, is an incredible tour guide and what appears to be a Boston expert. While he never said it, you can tell he loves this town and enjoys sharing his knowledge. Well worth the $.
Written 27 April 2022
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It was a pleasure!
Written 28 April 2022
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Doneee
Allentown, Pennsylvania
3/18/2022
is it necessary to be vaccinated and/or wear masks for this tour during the ride and the activities?
Written 18 March 2022
What is the price $ for 3 adults and 2 children ages 5yrs and 4yrs?
Written 15 January 2022
We went to school in Boston (MIT and Simmons) 60 years ago, and would like to visit some of our old haunts. I would like to know if we can plan our own tour. Date would be Friday, August, 13th.
Written 26 July 2021
How much time is spent in Cambridge. My daughter is a college professor and is interested in that area especially. Thx.
Written 15 January 2021
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