Boston Puritan Burying Grounds Guided Tour
Explore Puritan death customs and gravestone art in downtown Boston
Duration
90 minutes
Includes
Guided tour, three burying grounds
Highlights
Explore three downtown Boston burying grounds and uncover how Puritan beliefs shaped death, burial, and remembrance. Discover the stories behind changing gravestone styles and Boston's evolving cemetery traditions.
- Explore three historic burying grounds in downtown Boston
- Decode Puritan customs, beliefs, and symbolism surrounding death
- Examine gravestone art and changing memorial styles
- Discover how burials were managed when cemetery space was scarce
- Trace Boston's shift from small graveyards to suburban cemeteries
Important details
- Arrive at least 10 minutes early; late admission is not guaranteed
- Tours run rain or shine; dress for the weather
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle
- Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult
Cancellation Policy
You can rebook another available tour with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund or exchange if the operator cancels due to extreme weather or unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
Yes. The tour runs rain or shine, so dress for the weather and prepare to walk and stand outdoors.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Bring a printed ticket or have it ready on your mobile device.
Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.
Meeting details
Corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, plaza across from King's Chapel