CONCORD

Description

From its revolutionary history to its literary history, Concord is a must-see destination for any history and literature buff. Private Excursion to Concord:

- You will be picked up from your hotel and then taken to the historic town of Concord.
- Visit the site of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War, Old North Bridge.
- Visit the Old Manse, famous for its American historical and literary associations.
- Go back in time to Walden Pond, where 18th-century author Henry David Thoreau followed his desire for a simple life.
- Have lunch downtown at a location recommended by your private guide (not included in the tour price).
- Stroll through the picturesque Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, the final resting place of the Alcott family, Thoreau and Emerson at Author's Ridge.
- Visit writer Louisa May Alcott's charming Orchard House and enjoy a guided tour of the historic home.

Concord, a town northwest of Boston, has a key place in U.S. history as a town shaped by rebellion, militiamen and the revolutionary spirit. It was here that some 2,000 militiamen -- nicknamed "minutemen" for their ability to be ready for action at a moment's notice -- gathered to pursue British troops. The city's North Bridge has significant national importance as the historic site of the Battle of Concord, the first day of the American Revolutionary War. When news of the battle reached London, it represented a strong statement about the grit of the patriotic forces. Honored today in American history as the first military engagement of the American Revolutionary War, Concord paved the way for freedom and the creation of the United States of America.

However, in addition to its revolutionary history, the ancient city of Concord is known for being home to several authors and the Transcendentalist movement. The town was where Thoreau wrote On Walden Pond, where the author of The Scarlet Letter, Hawthorne, lived, and where Louisa May Alcott grew up in the Orchard House, one of the main characters in her novel Little Women. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit Orchard House, with tickets included to explore the house. Delve into the area's fascinating literary history by visiting Author's Ridge and the home of Louisa May Alcott. For true literary enthusiasts, we recommend visiting The Concord Bookshop, where you can purchase the works of all the authors who have lived in the town.

Private excursion to historic Concord (5 hours)
Itinerary
1. -
2. Walden Pond
3. Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
4. Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House

What is included?

Tickets

Guide

Venue

Clarendon St,206, 02116, Boston, United States

Instructions

Meeting point: At the entrance of Trinity Church in front of Copley Square, 206 Clarendon St, Boston MA 02116 // Meeting point instructions: Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the start time // End point: Close to public transport and taxi links // Duration: 5 hours // Inclusions: Guide. Private transport. Orchard House tickets // Exclusions: Entrance to Old Manse House and Concord Museum. Hotel pick-up/drop-off. Transportation between sites. Food and Drink. Any additional expenses which are not included or detailed in the programme // Voucher type: Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity // Recommendations: We recommend to wear walking shoes and weather appropriate clothes

Starting points
A. Clarendon St,206, 02116, Boston, United States
 At the entrance of Trinity Church in front of Copley Square. Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the Tour start time.

End point
· Close to public transport and taxi links.

Please wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothes, sunglasses and a hat.