The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point
Boston, MA, 02125
Phone: 1.866.JFK.1960 or 1.617.514.1600 Fax: TDD line: 617.514.1573
Category: Attractions, Museums
Website: http://www.jfklibrary.org/ Description: "Located on a ten-acre park, overlooking the sea that he loved and the city that launched him to greatness, the Library stands as a vibrant tribute to the life and times of John F. Kennedy."
Hours
The Museum is open 7 days per week, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the exception of New Year?s, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
New England Aquarium
Central Wharf
Boston, MA, 02110
Phone: 617.973.5200 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.neaq.org/index.nonFlash.html Description: Located on the Boston waterfront, the New England Aquarium is one of the most prominent and popular aquariums in the United States. Its mission is ?to present, promote, and protect the world of water.? Beyond its exhibit halls, the Aquarium is also a leading ocean conservation organization with research scientists working around the globe and biologists rescuing stranded marine animals in New England.
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Beacon Hill
Boston, MA,
Phone: (617) 357-8300 (Foundation) Fax: (617) 357-8303 (Foundation)
Category: Attractions
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Website: Tour Map>>>>> Description: The Freedom Trail is a 2.5 mile red brick or red painted line that travels through Beacon Hill, downtown Boston, the North End and Charlestown.
Swan Boats
Boston Public Garden
Boston, MA, 02130
Phone: 617-522-1966 - general information Fax: 617-522-3968
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.swanboats.com/new/welcome.shtml Description: "The view while riding on the Swan Boats gives each passenger the opportunity to enjoy the natural splendor provided by the 24 acres of the Public Garden. This green and flowering emerald, in the middle of the bustling metropolis, provides a natural refuge for man and bird alike."
The Swan Boats are located in the Boston Public Garden - 24 acres bound by Arlington, Boylston, Charles and Beacon Streets.
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55 Beacon Street
Boston, MA, 02108
Phone: 617-742-3190 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.nscda.org/ma/william_hickling_prescott_house.htm Description: The American historian, William Hickling Prescott, lived at number 55 Beacon Street from 1845-1859. Prescott was one of the first English-speaking historians to write about the Spanish Empire.
The extensive collections of furniture and decorative arts have been generously donated by Colonial Dames. Chinese export porcelain and English ceramics are permanently on view.
A remarkable costume collection, dating from the 18th through the 20th centuries, includes dresses, fans, shoes, parasols and children's clothing, selections of which are on continuous display.
Open: May - October
Wed, Thur, Sat, 12-4 pm (last tour at 3:30 pm)
Closed in 2006: May 17, 18, 20, 27; July 1; September 2
Admission: $5.00
Directions: The house is opposite the Boston Common, under which there is a parking garage.
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Zoo New England
One Franklin Park Road
Boston, MA, 02121
Phone: (617) 541-5466 Fax: (617) 989-2025
The renovated indoor gorilla exhibit at Franklin Park Zoo’s Tropical Forest is now open. Visitors will be awed by the transformation which boasts about 75 percent more space for the gorillas, five glass viewing stations where guests can stand face-to-face with these incredible animals and a zookeeper interaction area to view training and feeding sessions. The space also features naturalistic exhibit details to encourage foraging behavior and provide environmental stimulation.
300 Congress Street
Boston, MA, 02210
Phone: 617.426.8855 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.bostonkids.org/ Description: Exhibits focus on early childhood development and have three themes: arts, culture, and science.
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Boston Fire Museum
344 Congress Street
Boston, MA, 02210
Phone: (617) 482-1344 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.bostonfiremuseum.com Description: The Museum will open for the season on April 1 at 11 Am and will be open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday until October 28.
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Museum of Afro American History
14 Beacon Street Suite 719
Boston, MA, 02108
Phone: (617) 725-0022 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.afroammuseum.org [Map]
55 Mount Vernon Street
Boston, MA, 02108
Phone: (617) 227-6993 Fax:
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.nicholshousemuseum.org Description: HOURS OF ADMISSION
12:00 pm - 4:00 p.m.
May 1 - October 31
Tuesday through Saturday
November 1 - April 30
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Closed for most major holidays
Tour Schedule
First tour at 12 noon;
Tours on the half-hour thereafter.
Last tour at 4:00 p.m.
Admission Adults $7
Children 12 and under free
Special tours by appointment.
Please call: 617.227.6993
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Old North Church
193 Salem Street
Boston, MA, 02113
Phone: (617) 523-6676 Fax: (617) 725-0559
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.oldnorth.com/ Description: In addition to the Basic Tour and the Behind the Scenes Tour we offer a chance to meet Paul Revere inside the Old North Church and learn more about his life and times.
The Old North Church is officially known as Christ Church in the City of Boston. It was built in 1723, and is the oldest standing church building in Boston. In 1775, on the eve of Revolution, the majority of the congregation were loyal to the British King and many held official positions in the royal government, including the Royal Governor of Massachusetts, making Robert Newman's loyalty to the Patriot cause even more extraordinary. The King gave the Old North its silver that was used at services and a bible.
Old North Church is located in downtown Boston's North End district. It is situated on the eastern side of Salem St. at the intersection with Hull Street
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The Paul Revere House
19 North Square
Boston, MA, 02113
Phone: (617) 523-2338 Fax: (617) 523-1775
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.paulreverehouse.org/ Description:Paul Revere owned the home from 1770 to 1800, although he and his family may not have lived here in some periods in the 1780s and 90s. After Revere sold the home in 1800, it soon became a tenement, and the ground floor was remodeled for use as shops, including at various times a candy store, cigar factory, bank and vegetable and fruit business.
In 1902, Paul Revere's great-grandson, John P. Reynolds Jr. purchased the building to ensure that it would not be demolished. Over the next few years, money was raised, and the Paul Revere Memorial Association formed to preserve and renovate the building. In April 1908, the Paul Revere House opened its doors to the public as one of the earliest historic house museums in the U.S. The Association still oversees the preservation and day-to-day operations of this national treasure.
USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown Navy Yard Building 22
Charlestown, MA, 02129
Phone: (617) 426-1812 Fax: (617) 242-0496
Category: Attractions
Website: http://www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org/ Description: The USS Constitution Museum houses the largest collection of USS Constitution-related objects assembled in one location. The collection focuses on the Ship?s origins, her role in the early republic, her continuing story, and on those who have shaped her history to the present day. The collection contains a wide range of artifact types, spanning the more than 200-year history of USS Constitution.
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Daily Calendar Museum of Fine Arts
Boston Tours, Boston, MA
Book Ahead Boston Tours
Why wait in line or find out that the tour
you were looking forward to is booked?
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts Travel the
streets and waterways of Boston in a renovated World War II
amphibious vehicle! Discover the city's history as you pass such
landmarks as State House, Bunker Hill and Boston Common. Then it's
off to the Charles River for a view of a different kind! A Boston
Duck Tour is a wonderful way to get a great look at the city and
have a blast doing it! This tour is seasonal and only operates
from March through to November.
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts For a walking
tour with a difference - look no further. Boston is a wonderful,
picturesque city and what better way to retain those memories than
with spectacular photographs? On this 1.5 hour tour, you'll uncover
the scenic treasures of the Freedom Trail, and also learn the
secrets to taking great photos. See King's Chapel, Paul Revere's
house and may more sights on this historic and fascinating tour.
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts For the ultimate
in elegance, you can't go past this three-hour dinner cruise on
Boston's famous harbor. Enjoy fine dining, award-winning wines, and
entertainment perfectly suited to the evening. Sit and relax as you
listen to the music or take a stroll on the decks of Boston's
premier dining ship as the city floats on by.
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts Discover historic
Boston from a bird’s eye view. Fly over 11 New England Lighthouses,
its prettiest sandy beaches, secluded harbors and discover remote
islands. This is what New England is all about: This tour combines
"Best of Boston" and "Eleven Lighthouses" into 60 minutes see it all
tour.
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts Discover the
grandeur of 'Old Boston' along Beacon Hill's picturesque streets on
this wonderful 1.5 hour walking tour. You can admire the historic
architecture, the quaint, tree-lined streets and the village
atmosphere in this elegant neighborhood. Book now to experience a
step back in time you'll never forget!
Commences: Boston, Massachusetts See the best of
Boston on this 1 hour and 45 minute fully narrated tour. From Beacon
Hill to the New England Aquarium, the Back Bay to Boston Common, the
Old Town Trolley is the best way to see the Boston. Hop on and Hop
off at any of the 16 designated stops... sightseeing at your own
pace! Special Offer - Price displayed
currently includes a discount of 10% off the normal adult retail
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Commences: Boston, Massachusetts Boston's
harborfront has an extremely interesting and colorful history - from
being home to glaciers, to the Boston Tea Party, to today - where
it's a popular tourist attraction! Learn about Boston's first
skyscraper, John Hancock's money and of course - the beautiful
Boston waterfront on this historic 1.5 hour walking tour! This
tour is seasonal and operates from May through to mid Septermber
Michele Topor provides the original, award-winning culinary
walking tours of Boston's North End Little Italy, as well as cultural and
culinary tours to Italy -- Sicily, Puglia and the Amalfi Coast. Tours include
tastes and tips on how to purchase, store and serve Italian foods.
Boston By Foot
77 North Washington Street
Boston, MA, 02114
Phone: (617) 367-2345 Fax: (617) 720-7873
Category: Tours, Attractions, Education
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Website: http://www.bostonbyfoot.org Description: Boston By Foot has been offering historical and architectural walking tours of Boston since 1976.
Daily tours are offered from May-October and include the Freedom Trail, Back Bay, Beacon Hill and the North End. Consult the calendar on the web site for the schedule. Special tours are offered throughout the season.
Custom tours can be arranged all year for private or educational groups, or those looking for something a bit more off the beaten path.
Boston, MA, 02196-0435
Phone: 617-308-5902 Fax: 617-471-0980
Category: Bicycle - Tours, Bicycle - Boston, Tours
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Website: http://www.bostonbiketours.com/ Description: Boston Bike Tours are fully equipped, fun, guided, sightseeing tours on bicycles of Boston/Cambridge & Beyond!
Boston Bike Tours equips you with everything you need for a fun day of bicycling in Boston. All Tours and Rentals include Bicycle, Helmet and Water. Maps are available.
Boston, MA,
Phone: 617.267.DUCK(3825) Fax:
Category: Tours, Travel - Tours
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Website: http://www.bostoncitylinks.com/boston_duck_tours.html Description: You've never toured Boston in anything that comes close to Boston Duck Tours. The fun begins as soon as you board your "DUCK", an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. First, you'll be greeted by one of our legendary tour ConDUCKtors, who'll be narrating your tour. Then you're off on a journey like you've never had before. You'll cruise by all the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts, from the golden-domed State House to Bunker Hill and the TD Banknorth Garden, Boston Common and Copley Square to the Big Dig, Government Center to fashionable Newbury Street, Quincy Market to the Prudential Tower, and more. And, as the best of Boston unfolds before your eyes, your ConDUCKtor will be giving you lots of little known facts and interesting insights about our unique and wonderful city.
Points of Departure
Boston Duck Tours has two convenient departure points.
The Museum of Science
The Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay
On Huntington Avenue in front of Shaw's Supermarket
Operating Season and Hours
March 26 - November 25, 2007. (All DUCKS are heated.)
March 24th - November 30, 2008. (All DUCKs are heated.)
Tours depart rain or shine, 7 days a week.
Tours begin at 9:00am and the last tour leaves an hour before sunset. Tours leave every 30 or 60 minutes, depending upon the season.
147 Tremont Street
Boston, MA, 02132
Phone: Fax: 866-668-4345
Category: Tours
Website: http://www.bostonmovietours.net Description: BOSTON MOVIE MILE
Explore the famous Boston Movie Mile. The 90-minute tour weaves in and out of the streets of historic Beacon Hill viewing the locations of over 30 movie and TV shows filmed in the area. Learn behind-the-scenes
trivia and insider gossip about your favorite movies such as Good Will Hunting, Cheers, The Thomas Crown Affair, Ally McBeal and more.
„h Departure: Boston Common Visitors Center. 147 Tremont Street next to
the Park Street MBTA stop (red and green lines).
„h Tickets: Available online, via 866-668-4345 or at the Boston Common
Visitors Center. Reservations are encouraged but not required.
„h When: Tours depart daily (except for Tuesday) at 11am and 2pm.
o Guests should call 866-668-4345 or check www.bostonmovietours.net for
the latest schedule.
„h 2006 Pricing
o Adult - $20.00
o Seniors/Students - $16.00
o Child (6-12) - $10.00
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Boston Tour Directory
Boston, MA, 02115
Phone: Fax:
Category: Tours
Website: http://bostoncitylinks.com/boston_tours.html Description: Book-Ahead Tours. We list the top Boston Tours. We also have affiliated with a top Tour Booking agency so you may view and book a Boston Tour online.
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Gondola di Venezia
23 David G Mugar Way
Boston, MA, 02114
Phone: 617-876-2800 or tickets by phone 212-209-3370 Fax:
Category: Transportation, Tours
Website: http://www.bostongondolas.com/ Description: Gondola di Venezia, offering tours of the Charles River in Boston and Cambridge Mass
Gondola di Venezia has two authentic Venice-built gondolas, with five trained gondoliers. We can accommodate up to six passengers per boat, and with pre-arranged reservations your gondolier will provide complimentary cheese and crackers nestled into a picnic basket.
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Jack Mayfield Tours
Telephone Reservations are required
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Phone: (978) 921-0255 until 11:00 P. M.or day of > 6:30 to 9:30 A. M. Fax:
Category: Tours
Email:
Website: http://jackmayfieldtours.com/ Description: Jack Mayfield Tours, Serving Boston Massachusetts. This video enhanced tour has been designed to provide adequate time to describe the significant aspects of 360 years of History, Landmarks and people during a 30 mile riding-walking tour through Boston, Cambridge and Charlestown.
Telephone Reservations are required,
You can contact Jack Mayfield Tours by:
Telephone:
(978) 921-0255 until 11:00 P. M.
or day of > 6:30 to 9:30 A. M.
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Marina Veronica Art Tours Boston Art Tours - Exclusive Art Gallery Tours for Children
P.O. Box 479
Boston, MA, 02117
Phone: 617-732-3920 Fax:
Category: Tours
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Website: http://www.bostonarttours.com/ Description: An art appreciation teacher will uncover mysteries behind wonderful works of art with your children. Games, stories and surprises await them as they pop in and out of the best modern and contemporary art exhibits along historic Newbury Street or the South End
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Michele Topor - Boston North End Market Tours - Culinary Tours to Italy
Six Charter Street
Boston, MA, 02113
Phone: 617.523.6032 Fax: 617.367.2185
Category: Tours
Email:
Website: http://www.northendmarkettours.com/ Description: Tour the culinary markets of Boston's historic North End. Learn "hot tips" about America's most vibrant Italian neighborhood. For the passionate traveler -- join us on an exclusive tour of Sicily. And discover the true meaning of La Bella Vita with one of the foremost authorities on Italian food, wine and culture.
Spirit Cruises
World Trade Center Suite 75
200 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA, 02210
Phone: (866) 211-3807 Information and Reserations Fax:
Category: Attractions, Entertainment, Tours
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Website: http://www.spiritcitycruises.com/bo/bridge.jsp Description: Head for Boston’s historic Seaport District and spend a few unforgettable hours aboard a Spirit of Boston cruise, the most entertaining Boston dinner cruise ship.
You’ll discover a Spirit of Boston cruise can be anything you want it to be. Lunch, Dinner, seasonal, and private yacht cruises. Savor our freshly prepared cuisine and refreshing beverages. Feel the fresh breezes on the open deck or relax in climate-controlled luxury, and be treated to one breathtaking view after another on historic Boston Harbor.
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THEATER-ON-WHEELS
The Rack
24 Clinton Street
Boston, MA,
Phone: 866-668-4345 Fax:
Category: Tours
Website: http://www.bostonmovietours.net Description: THEATER-ON-WHEELS
Climb on board our movie themed Theater-on-Wheels and let our Hollywood
experts provide behind-the-scenes details while video clips of the actual locations play overhead. Featured movies include Good Will Hunting, Mystic River, Legally Blonde, Cheers, Martin¡¦s Scorsese¡¦s newest film
The Departed and many more.
Custom group tours are offered to the student, senior and corporate market upon request.
„h Departure: Tours depart from The Rack located next to Faneuil Hall on Saturdays at 1 pm. 24 Clinton Street.
„h Tickets: Advanced Reservations are required. Guests should call
866-668-4345 or check www.bostonmovietours.net.
„h When: Most Saturdays at 1pm. Guests should call 866-668-4345 or check www.bostonmovietours.net for the latest schedule.
„h 2006 Pricing:
„h Adult (individual) - $35.00
„h Seniors/Students - $32.00
„h Child (6-12) - $25.00
„h Note: Through September 2006, save 20% off an adult ticket ($28).
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Quincy MA Attractions (just a few miles South of Boston)
Adams Academy
8 Adams Street
Quincy, MA, 02169
Phone: 617.773.1144 Fax:
Category: Attractions, Tours
Description: Adams Academy was built on the site of the birthplace of Revolution-era legend, John Hancock.
Built in 1872 as a boys prep school, it was renovated and is now utilized as the new Quincy History Museum. The Museum exhibits give the visitor an insightful look into the history of Quincy, from early settler days through the early 21st century.
The museum houses a gift shop.
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm
Saturday 12 Noon to 4pm
1250 Hancock Street
Quincy, MA, 02169
Phone: 617.770.1175 Fax:
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.nps.gov/adam Description: Birthplaces of two United States Presidents, John Adams and his son, John Quincy Adams.
Begin at the Park's Visitor Center to view the various exhibits relating to the rich history of Quincy.
Next, you will climb aboard a trolley that will bring you a short distance to the actual birthplaces of the two Quincy-born Presidents.
The last leg of your tour will bring you to the stately mansion that was home to both of these presidents and was utilized by both as their Summer Whitehouse.
Admission Price:
Adults $5.00
Children (16 and under) are admitted free of charge.
Hours are:
9 am to 5 pm Daily April 19 thru November 10
The Tours leave the Visitor Center each quarter past and quarter to the hour. Final tour for the day leaves at 3:15 pm.
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Adams National Historical Park
135 Adams Street
Quincy, MA, 02169-1749
Phone: (617) 770-1175 Fax: 617-472-7562
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.nps.gov/adam/pphtml/planyourvisit.html Description: Adams National Historical Park is located in Quincy Massachusetts, approximately ten miles south of Boston. The Park comprises 11 historic structures and a cultural landscape totaling almost 14 acres.
The site's main historic features include: John Adams Birthplace, where 2nd U.S. President John Adams was born on October 30, 1735, and less than 75 yards away the John Quincy Adams Birthplace, where his son, John Quincy Adams, 6th U.S. President was born on July 11, 1767
April 19th To November 10th 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
November 11th To April 18th Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Quincy Homestead
34 Butler Road
Quincy, MA, 02169
Phone: 617-742-3190 Fax:
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.nscda.org/ma/quincy_homestead.htm Description: The Homestead served as a home for five generations of Quincys, one of the leading families of Massachusetts. Their progeny include President John Quincy Adams and Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Leading up to the American Revolution, the residence was a meeting place for many American Patriots such as John Adams, Josiah Quincy and John Hancock.
The house was also the childhood home of Dorothy Quincy Hancock, the first First Lady of Massachusetts, the wife of John Hancock, the president of the Second Continental Congress, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the first governor of the Commonwealth.
The Homestead will open for tours of the house and gardens on the following Saturdays from 1 pm to 4 pm
Tours are given every hour and half hour. Last tour at 3:30 pm.
May 27
June 10
July 22
August 19
September 30
All tours are free of charge to the public, but a voluntary contribution is suggested.
Special arrangements may be made for group tours.
For further information, please contact The Colonial Dames Massachusetts Headquarters at 617-742-3190
20 Muirhead Street
Quincy, MA, 02170
Phone: (617) 227-3957, ext. 256 Fax:
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.spnea.org/visit/homes/quincy.htm Description: A National Historic Landmark
Quincy House overlooks Quincy Bay. Its elegant details include a Chinese fretwork balustrade and classical portico. It was built by the Revolutionary leader Colonel Josiah Quincy.
Open April 17 (free open house), June 10, July 22, August 19, and September 30 , 1-4pm.
Admission : $4 , Historic New England Members free. Tours on the hour.
The United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum and USS Salem
739 Washington Street Former Fore River Shipyard
Quincy, MA,
Phone: (617) 479-7900 Fax:
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.uss-salem.org/ Description: USS Salem a heavy cruiser houses the United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum.
Open 7 days a week from 10amto 4pm.
Admission Information:
Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for senior citizens (60+), $4 for children ages 4 - 12 years, and children 3
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United First Parish Church
1306 Hancock Street (directly across from City Hall - Quincy Center)
Quincy, MA, 02169
Phone: 617.773.0062 or (617) 773-1290 Fax: (617) 773-7499
Category: Attractions, Tours
Website: http://www.ufpc.org/adamscrypt.htm Description: Quincy, Massachusetts is the birthplace, lifetime home and final resting place of the second and sixth Presidents The tombs of John Adams and John Quincy Adams, alongside those of First Ladies Abigail Adams and Louisa Catherine Adams, rest within the crypt at United First Parish Church, Church of the Presidents, which was their place of family worship.
Tours run from April 19 through November 11. Monday through Saturday hours are 9-5, and Sunday hours are 1-5.
Admission:
Adults $4
Senior $3
Children (12 and under) Free Admission
