Beacon Hill impresses locals and tourists alike with its charming streets, brick sidewalks lined with antique gas lamps, hidden houses, unique doors, doorknockers, and detailed iron balconies. This 19th century neighborhood is rich in history, elegant architecture and stately homes.

Discover the grandeur of Old Boston in Beacon Hill.  Hear fascinating stories about the residents who once lived there. How did Beacon Hill get its name? Why do the street names have a common theme? Learn that and more as you're transported to a different place and time on the Beacon Hill Masterpieces tour.

This photographic journey takes you from the Shaw Memorial to the picturesque streets of Beacon Hill. Stops along the way include Acorn Street and Louisburg Square.

Tour is approximately 90 minutes or more (just under 2 hours).

Tour times are Tuesday, Saturday 10am; Monday, Thursday 1pm.

Meet in front of the Shaw Memorial, the bronze sculpture directly across the street from the State House on Beacon Street.

 Train stop: Park Street (Green or Red Line). Turn left upon exiting the station. Walk toward the big gold dome at the end of Park Street. The Shaw Memorial is on your left.