things to do in Essex, MA

Read Boston's changing cityscape through clues above and below its streets

Rent a tuned hardtail mountain bike for 1 day to 1 week

Explore Boston at your own pace on a hybrid bike rental

Trace the ideas and rivalries that shaped Victorian Boston's literary scene

Rent an e-cargo bike with pedal assist and throttle for family rides in Boston

Trace the fire that reshaped Boston's commercial district and fire-safety policies

Uncover how 19th-century engineering transformed Boston's Back Bay

Share the ride on a comfortable bike built for two

Photograph Boston’s highlights with guided tips in Beacon Hill, Public Garden, and Back Bay

Photo walk Beacon Hill’s Victorian streets with creative tips and local history

90-minute North End photo walk with Freedom Trail landmarks

Walk Boston’s Freedom Trail with history stories and photo tips in 90 minutes

A sweet Harvard Square stroll with donut treats and a beverage pairing

Taste Harvard Square's food culture through stories, landmarks, and four local stops

Taste contemporary American fare along Quincy's Adams family landmarks

Taste North End favorites and explore Boston Public Market on a private 3.5-hour walk

Taste chocolate at five stops while exploring Beacon Hill and Boston Common

Taste local flavors and discover Cambridge murals on a social evening out

Taste french fries and pairings on a Harvard Square walking tour

Private sail for up to 6 guests beyond Marblehead Harbor

Private 4-hour sail from Marblehead Harbor for up to 6 guests

Taste local flavors while decoding Central Square's public art

Walk downtown Salem with a kid-focused guide and hear true Witch Trials stories

Private sailing with coastal views along Boston's North Shore