Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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At the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, you can be a part of the famous event that forever changed the course of American History! It’s more than a stroll through historic artifacts – it’s an adventure! Located on the Congress Street Bridge in Boston, Massachusetts, this floating museum is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Live actors, high-tech, interactive exhibits, authentically restored tea ships and the stirring, multi-sensory documentary “Let it Begin Here,” are just a taste of what you’ll see, hear and feel. Meet the colonists, explore the ships and dump tea overboard just as the Sons of Liberty did on that fateful night of December 16, 1773. Stop in at Abigail’s Tea Room for teatime and visit the Gift Shop for special souvenirs. It’s educational, entertaining and enlightening — an experience not to be missed by adults and children of all ages. Your tour of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum will last approximately one hour and will take you through a variety of displays that are interconnected. The tour is designed to give you the opportunity to participate, explore and learn about the people, events and consequences that led up to the American Revolution in the order in which they actually occurred more than 230 years ago.
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Hillsborough, UK513 contributions
Was not disappointed with this interactive experience. Great story telling by the actors - I even had a talking part, which was fun.
Great to be onboard the ship and experience throwing the tea overboard!
Great to be onboard the ship and experience throwing the tea overboard!
Written 24 January 2023
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Matthew G
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Jan 2023
Just want to add to the list of positive reviews. The living history actors did an amazing job and I was really pleased with the use of technology, atifacts, and multiple points of view of this event. As an experienced AP US History teacher who is also the step-father of 2 curious 11 years olds, this experience was valuable for young and old, experienced and novice. Highly recommend!
Written 23 January 2023
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Tim-1664
Liverpool, UK374 contributions
This was a great activity, really enjoyed it. Just the right amount of history, acting and looking around.
The team were great and there was no waiting around. If you wanted to join in you could, if you didn’t, not a problem.
Overall really good experience and I’d definitely go back.
The team were great and there was no waiting around. If you wanted to join in you could, if you didn’t, not a problem.
Overall really good experience and I’d definitely go back.
Written 16 January 2023
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andy36
Scotter, UK71 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Learned a lot about the history behind the tea party.All my family enjoyed it.Nice little cafe for a cup of tea.
Written 15 January 2023
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Ryan
Lodi, CA140 contributions
The Boston Tea Party Museum was a lot of fun. I didn't know much about that part of history going in but I definitely learned a lot after visiting the museum. I even bought a book after to learn more about it. The actors who are portraying different historical people were really good. They absolutely keep you engaged and interested in that part of history. I really enjoyed throwing the tea over the side of the ship. This makes for a good photo opportunity. Truly enjoyed the experience and I would recommend this while visiting Boston.
Written 14 January 2023
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Ali68Kent
United Kingdom106 contributions
Dec 2022
Great afternoon activity in this fabulous city
Informative interactive and great fun from start to finish
Well worth a visit
Do sample the tea in the café at the end as interesting flavours
Informative interactive and great fun from start to finish
Well worth a visit
Do sample the tea in the café at the end as interesting flavours
Written 11 January 2023
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Pascal B
Boston, MA2 contributions
Jan 2023
I visited the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and had a fantastic time! The exhibits were really interesting and interactive, and I loved learning about the history of the event. The costumed actors who gave the tours were knowledgeable and engaging, and made the experience that much more memorable. I would definitely recommend this museum to others, especially those with an interest in history.
Written 10 January 2023
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Marilyn M
Lincoln City, OR181 contributions
May 2022
Highly educational for youth! I thought it was just going to be a tour of the ship but it was so much more. The character actors play their parts well. Our granddaughter learned a great deal about treason, taking a stand and freedom.
Written 9 January 2023
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MGB
Wellington, FL17 contributions
It is a must see when visiting Boston. It is fun and educational for all ages. I definitely recommend it. We visited with our teenage daughters and we all enjoyed it.
Written 3 January 2023
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Poohbeck
Connecticut277 contributions
Dec 2022
What an experience!! We had no expectations of this museum but had heard it’s great! It was fantastic and unexpected, but I do wish it was longer and that we had more time.
You are ushered through the experience with a group and you stay with your group the entire time. I was unaware of this when we paid, but it was fine. I only wish we had more time in the museum and were not ushered through. Our group was max capacity so at times the tour leader would start their spiel before the whole group was in the space. Every room was timed so they had a schedule to keep. I/we did not have enough to time to look at all of the items on display and once you leave the space, and you have to because it’s timed, you can’t go back.
You are ushered through the experience with a group and you stay with your group the entire time. I was unaware of this when we paid, but it was fine. I only wish we had more time in the museum and were not ushered through. Our group was max capacity so at times the tour leader would start their spiel before the whole group was in the space. Every room was timed so they had a schedule to keep. I/we did not have enough to time to look at all of the items on display and once you leave the space, and you have to because it’s timed, you can’t go back.
Written 31 December 2022
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We get a $7.50 discount per ticket to the Tea Party experience with our Silver On& Off Trolley tickets. How do get tea party tickets using this discount?
Foodjunkie2004
Elkton, MD222 contributions
Most likely you would have to purchase the tickets when you arrive there at the tea party experience.
Hi, Can I board the ship with a 10 month baby and take the tour?
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Herzliya, Israel94 contributions
Yes you can, but the tour taks 1.5 hour, some time with high voice of the actors so I realy don't know if it fit.
mr.whitey!!!
Henfield, UK45 contributions
Good afternoon, my family and I will be visiting Boston from the uk over the xmas holidays and was wondering if this attraction will be open xmas day, many thanks in advance. Colin
Linda@
South Shields, UK53 contributions
I believe that is one of the only days they close. It would be a shame for you to miss this event as it is well worth the visit. You feel as if you have been transported back in time. Do try to fit it in another day.
annaecho
New York City, NY21 contributions
Purchased Old Town trolley tour that included Tea Party museum. Is there a way to reserve specific tour time in advance?
Teresa C
Edwardsville, IL99 contributions
I don’t think they take reservations. The trolley stop is right across the street from the Museum. They have several tours going through, in different areas, at the same time. The tour moves quickly through the museum, maybe 45 min total. Ends at gift shop where you could shop or walk back out.
SuefromCov
Coventry, UK29 contributions
We will be arriving in Boston in September on a cruise ship for the day. Roughly how far do you think it will be from where the ship is likely to dock. Many thanks
AlexandriaSion
Sion, Switzerland241 contributions
No idea. Why don’t you email the purser of the ship before you sail and ask? What I can tell you is that if the walking distance is about the same as the taxi, I would walk because Boston traffic was the worst in the world.
travel_myx
Marshall, VA22 contributions
What does it mean when you say there are public one-hour tours scheduled today @10am and 2pm versus normal tours on other times? Is it just the length of time?
Nancy M
25 contributions
it is a guided tour. every half hour. we were there in April, the line was not long to get tickets for the show. in the peak season I would buy tickets online. it saves a couple of bucks and it ensures your spot for your time slot.
Barbara G
Murfreesboro, TN172 contributions
We will be in Boston in October. We are planning to tour the city and visit the Boston Tea Party at the end of our day. We are looking for the nearest Legal Seafood for dinner (maybe within walking distance) from this museum. I see that there are several Legal Seafoods in that area, but which one would be the closest? Thank you for your help.
Matt Roelandts
Mohali, India233 contributions
The “barking crab” was extremely popular when I was in Boston. A second popular restaurant was “the daily catch seaport.” Neither did I try...but the amount of people at both was mostly local.
Marilyn C
Malone, NY204 contributions
Some of the reviews say wheelchair friendly, others say no. I have a daughter in a stroller-type wheelchair that 2 people can lift over or up a step or two. Can she actually get on the boat?
Drozer68
Montreal, Canada66 contributions
I think it's feasible to access the boat with a wheelchair or a similar device, but you might not find it easy to manoeuvre on to/on the ship.
If should have someone with you who can lift it and move it by hand.
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost ₹ 2,335.34, while a popular guided tour starts around ₹ 650.51 per person. See all 16 Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 16 Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
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- (0.14 km) Smith & Wollensky - Boston Atlantic Wharf
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