Walking Tours Schedule

Concord’s most captivating tours, led by locals, teachers and historians. Our tours take guests on a historical journey through the streets of Concord. With your licensed professional tour guide, explore the literary, social and political influences that have labeled Concord as a revolutionary location. Concord Visitor Center five-star walking tours have been ranked as a TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice. So… come take a walk with us!

Please note: Our tours operate rain or shine. 24-hour advance registration required for all tours, except for daily 1 p.m. History Tour, which accepts walk-ins. Private tours are available by calling 978-318-3061.

History by Bike

Our bike tour covers more ground than our walking tours, including the North Bridge, Sleepy Hollow, Orchard House and more. Use our Bike Share to rent a bike (bikes behind…

Secrets in Plain View: A Masonic Walking Tour

Step into the hidden world of Freemasonry in Concord, Massachusetts, with our immersive walking tour that uncovers over 225 years of rich Masonic history. Discover what Freemasonry truly is and…

North Bridge and Beyond

August 11, 2024

Two hundred fifty years ago, Minutemen fired the “shot heard ’round the world” at Concord’s North Bridge. What happened here on April 19, 1775, and what crucial decisions did colonial…

Concord Civil War Walking Tour

Although best known for its famous authors and the “shot heard ‘round the world,” Concord also offers a fascinating connection to our Civil War. On this 90 minute-long walking tour,…

Daily Historic Walking Tour of Concord – 1 p.m.

Daily Historic Walking Tour   Walk back in time to learn the rich history and notable names of Concord. From 10,000 years ago to now, this tour will give you an…

Women of Concord Walking Tour

Concord’s women have always been leaders, fighting for justice and creating a uniquely American vision in literature and art. This tour discusses the stories of these remarkable women, and shares…

Musketaquid to Concord Indigenous History , Past and Present

For over 10,000 years the indigenous people of the land knew this area as Musketaquid. The land between the grassy rivers.  This tour explores the history of the first people and…

Black History of Concord

Learn about Concord’s African-American residents on this 90-minute walking tour. The tour will visit sites highlighting Concord’s history around enslavement, the first generation of self-emancipated African-Americans, and the growth of Abolitionism.

A Fight for Freedom: Patriots of Color Walking Tour

Between twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19, 1775, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to…

Family & Children’s Walking Tour of Concord

Concord 101 Walking Tour   This engaging 45 minute walking tour is designed to make the history of Downtown Concord come alive for elementary-aged children.  Learn about everything from the indigenous…

Emerson – Thoreau Amble

Our certified town guide leads an interactive hike that follows a meandering natural path similar to the one Emerson and Thoreau strolled as they walked from the town center to Walden Pond and Henry’s…

Henry David Thoreau Walking Tour

Did you know that Henry David Thoreau was baptized David Henry Thoreau? Did you know that he willingly spent a night in jail in July of 1846 but had to…

Beyond 1775: Concord and the Massachusetts National Guard

Explore Concord’s 1915 armory and learn about the near 400-year history of the Massachusetts National Guard, the oldest component of the United States Armed Forces. Hear stories of remarkable service…

Concord’s Twilight : Monuments, Memories and Mortality

This 90-minute twilight walking tour of old Concord town takes us down the venerable streets and byways hearing the voices of those who have come before while appreciating the silent stones, memorials, and buildings they have left behind. 

West Concord History Walking Tour

For almost 400 years, West Concord has supplied farm produce, grains, fabric, and other manufactured goods to the town and the world. This enterprising spirit still flourishes in our locally-owned…

Concord History with a Chocolate Twist Walking Tour

The twist on Concord’s classic tour from the Concord Visitor Center is a 90-minute chocolate filled experience that will introduce guests to the downtown Concord area. The tour will touch…

Patriot Pass Discount Package: Save on Walking Tour and Concord Museum

Save up to 25% with the Patriot Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. Adults $32, Senior, $24, Youth $16. The Historic Walking Tour…