Boston's Beacon Hill Underground Railroad Audio Walking Tour

Experience a powerful journey through Beacon Hill as you walk its cobblestone streets and uncover the deeply moving history of the Underground Railroad. This tour reveals hidden alleys where freedom seekers once fled danger, places where enslaved people found refuge, and the quiet corners where courage changed lives, including the historic John J. Smith House. As you move through the neighborhood, the stories bring to light a chapter of Boston’s past that is often overlooked but profoundly important to remember.

Discover this history on a solo, self guided walking tour led entirely by your smartphone. The WalknTours app guides you step by step through Beacon Hill, automatically playing stories as you walk so you can stay present and hands free. Along the route, sites like the John J. Smith House help illuminate the lives of abolitionists, activists, and community leaders who played vital roles in the fight for freedom. Go when you want, pause whenever you like, and take time to reflect as you explore at your own pace.