Boston Common Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour, Massachusetts - Memorials, gardens, statues & historic moments
Places: 27 POIs
Distance: 1.73 mi
Duration: 1h:28m
GPS-guided narration through
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Tour #282
About this English self-guided 1h:28m walking tour in Boston
Check out all of the memorials, gardens, statues and historical moments in Boston Common! Plus learn some little-known facts along the way.
Before You Start!- 1For the best experience, begin at the tour's recommended starting point and follow the stops in order.
- 2Want to start somewhere else? Simply use Start At on the tour screen, before tapping Start Tour, to begin from any stop.
- 3Need to detour or skip a stop along the way? Tap Tour Assistant (
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) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
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Places (POIs) visited during this tour
Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.00mi
, Attraction : Famous Bar
84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, USA
Cheers Bar
What better place to start our tour than right here, at the classic Cheers Bar. Some of you may recognize it from the famous American TV show ‘Cheers’. It was a sitcom about a cozy bar in Boston (obviously) where the bar owner, Sam Malone, who played for the Boston Red Sox, treats the customers like family, somewhere people can go after a long day of work, sit on their favorite chair at the bar and let their worries go. It’s a place where when you walk in everyone knows your name. While the sitcom was airing, I’m pretty sure there wasn’t a person in America that didn’t know the words to the show’s theme song. I’ll sing a couple lines for you to help jog your memory and if you’ve never heard it before now, well then, you’re welcome!
Where everybody knows your name
And they're always glad you came
Catchy, right? The pub was originally known as Bull & Finch, but with the popularity of the sitcom, it changed its name to, ‘Cheers’. Smart move, Bull & Finch. If you want to head in and grab a quick drink before we go, awesome, otherwise, let’s get this tour started! When it’s safe, cross to the otherside of Beacon St. Once you’re across, take a left, and make your way to the entrance at the corner of Beacon. This is where we’ll start touring Boston Common!
Where everybody knows your name
And they're always glad you came
Catchy, right? The pub was originally known as Bull & Finch, but with the popularity of the sitcom, it changed its name to, ‘Cheers’. Smart move, Bull & Finch. If you want to head in and grab a quick drink before we go, awesome, otherwise, let’s get this tour started! When it’s safe, cross to the otherside of Beacon St. Once you’re across, take a left, and make your way to the entrance at the corner of Beacon. This is where we’ll start touring Boston Common!
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Place #2
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Distance: 0.00mi
, Attraction : Statue
4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Make Way for the Ducklings
On your left, you’ll see statues representing a family of ducks making their way through Boston Common, and while it might seem a little random, it’s actually quite fitting, if you happen to love children’s books.
Robert McCloskey wrote and illustrated a children’s book called, ‘Make Way for Ducklings”.
Sure, I could tell you all about the book, and the nail-biting journey this family of ducks took, but where’s the fun in that?
Do they all make it home together?
Are there tragic losses on the way?
I know your curiosity to find out what happens might make it hard to concentrate on the rest of the tour and that’s totally understandable.
For now, try to put your worries to rest while we continue to explore this beautiful park! And who knows, maybe the visitor center we’ll pass by later will have a copy of the book.
Keep going straight and I’ll let you know when to turn.
Robert McCloskey wrote and illustrated a children’s book called, ‘Make Way for Ducklings”.
Sure, I could tell you all about the book, and the nail-biting journey this family of ducks took, but where’s the fun in that?
Do they all make it home together?
Are there tragic losses on the way?
I know your curiosity to find out what happens might make it hard to concentrate on the rest of the tour and that’s totally understandable.
For now, try to put your worries to rest while we continue to explore this beautiful park! And who knows, maybe the visitor center we’ll pass by later will have a copy of the book.
Keep going straight and I’ll let you know when to turn.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Cheers Bar
Place 2
Make Way for the Ducklings
Place 3
Directions & The story of Yu Jianchun
Place 4
Good Will Hunting Bench
Place 5
Directions & The story of America’s first public park
Place 6
Edward Everett Hale
Place 7
John Paul II Placard
Place 8
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial
Place 9
Boston Common Carousel
Place 10
Boston Common Frog Pond
Place 11
The Great Elm
Place 12
Directions & Boston facts & stories
Place 13
Robert Gould Shaw & the 54th
Place 14
Brewer Fountain
Place 15
Boston Common Visitor Center
Place 16
Directions
Place 17
Boston Massacre Memorial
Place 18
Parkman Bandstand
Place 19
Central Burying Ground
Place 20
Wendell Phillips Statue
Place 21
Thomas Cass
Place 22
Tadeusz Kościuszko
Place 23
Charles Sumner Statue
Place 24
Garden of Remembrance 9/11
Place 25
George Washington Statue
Place 26
Ether Monument
Place 27
George Robert White Memorial
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Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural
+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided walking tour includes 27 stops, covering top attractions such as Cheers Bar, Make Way for the Ducklings, Directions & The story of Yu Jianchun, Good Will Hunting Bench, Directions & The story of America’s first public park.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Cheers Bar (Address: 84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided walking tour designed to be completed on foot through walkable areas and city highlights.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided walking tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you.
+ Is this a walkable tour?
Yes, this tour is fully walkable and designed to follow a comfortable route through pedestrian-friendly areas.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There is one thing that you need - A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour) and comfortable walking shoes! But here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a mobile charger/battery. 2. Bring earphones for the best experience. 3. Bring a bottle of water and dress appropriately according to the weather forecast.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. Just follow the route (cross streets carefully using crosswalks) and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue the from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!