Frequently Asked Questions

We release tickets for our pub crawls 30-60 days in advance. If you are looking to crawl with us on a specific date and it is Sold Out, please email info@bostoncrawling.com or complete our online contact form. We will let you know when we plan on releasing those tickets.
The pub crawl begins at the Sam Adams Statue in front of Faneuil Hall at 6 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston, MA 02109. The Sam Adams Statue is located on the Congress Street side of Faneuil Hall. The statue is about 20 feet tall and features Sam Adams standing on top of a pedestal with his arms crossed. Your guide will be in front of the statue holding a Boston Crawling sign with our crawling baby logo
If your crawl starts in less than 30 minutes, you can contact your guide directly at (617) 752-6926. If your crawl does not begin in the next half hour, please email info@bostoncrawling.com
The exact ending location varies, but all pub crawls end within 2 blocks of our meeting spot (6 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston, MA 02109).
The pub crawls last approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The nearest parking is the Dock Square Parking Garage attached to the Hard Rock Cafe located at 20 Clinton St. Boston, MA 02109.
The following MBTA stops are a short walk to Faneuil Hall:
- Green Line to Government Center
- Orange Line to State Street
- Blue Line to State Street
- Red Line to Park Street
- Commuter Rail to North Station
Our pub crawls operate rain, snow, or shine.
If you purchased Tour Protection, you can cancel or reschedule your pub crawl up to 24 hours prior to the start of the tour by emailing info@bostoncrawling.com.

For guests without Tour Protection, all sales are final and cannot be rescheduled or refunded. If you have already purchased your tickets and would like to add Tour Protection, please email us at info@bostoncrawling.com
Please bring your ID showing you are 21+ years of age. If you are an international guest, please bring your passport as it is required by some bars.
You do not need a physical ticket. You can check in with the guide simply using your name and ID
Yes. Please bring your ID showing you are 21+ years of age. If you are an international guest, please bring your passport as it is required by some bars.
Unfortunately, no. All guests must be 21 or older and present valid ID prior to the tour.
We offer 2 different ticket options:

Our Happy Hour package includes a draft beer or cider of your choice at each bar (two 16 oz. pints, one 12 oz. glass. and one 10 oz. glass).

Our Dry Run Reservation includes the tour but no pre-paid drinks. This option is better for those who prefer to buy wine or liquor directly from the bars.
Yes. Our Happy Hour ticket includes hard cider as an option at each bar. If you prefer wine or liquor, you can purchase our Dry Run ticket and buy drinks directly from the bars.
Unfortunately, no. Due to time constraints, we cannot order food on the crawl. However, the crawl starts right next to Quincy Market, which has a lot of great food options if you’re looking for a quick bite before the crawl.
You will only be walking a few blocks total on the pub crawl.
Yes! If you have questions or concerns about accessibility, please email us at info@bostoncrawling.com and we will be sure to accommodate your group.
Our pub crawl route varies, so we cannot say with certainty which bars we will go to on a tour. However, all of the bars are on the Freedom Trail and within two blocks of each other.
Unfortunately, no. You will have to book your tickets ahead of time.
Yes! Private pub crawls are available. Separate times and rates apply. For Private Pub Crawl inquiries, please complete our online form or contact our Sales Manager at 508-256-9899 or info@bostoncrawling.com

You will meet your guide at the Sam Adams Statue in front of Faneuil Hall. For GPS, the best address is 6 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston MA 02109. The Sam Adams Statue is located on the Congress Street side of Faneuil Hall. The statue is about 20 feet tall and features Sam Adams standing on top of a pedestal with his arms crossed. Walk around to the front of the statue so that you’re looking Sam in the face. Your guide will be there.
f your crawl starts in less than 30 minutes, you can contact your guide directly at (617) 752-6926.

If your crawl does not begin in the next half hour, please email info@bostoncrawling.com.
You can purchase tickets directly online by clicking the Book Now button on the homepage.
Because our crawls do sell out quickly, we do not offer walk up tickets, and ask that you book in advance.
On our Independence Pub Crawl our guides will share the stories that your 8th grade Social Studies teacher left out. From the landing on Plymouth Rock to the start of the Revolution, you’ll learn how beer played a part in the birth of America.
Our pub crawls operate daily at 3:00pm and 7:00pm as well as at 12:00 noon on Saturday and Sundays. Each pub crawl lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Each pub crawl lasts approximately 2 hours & 15 minutes.
We offer 2 different ticket options:

Our Happy Hour package includes a draft beer of your choice at each bar (two 16 oz. pints, one 12 oz. glass. and one 10 oz. glass).

Our Dry Run Reservation includes the tour but no pre-paid drinks. This option is better for those who prefer to buy wine or liquor directly from the bars.
Anything on tap! With the Happy Hour package, a draft beer or cider of your choosing is included at each pub.
Due to time constraints, we cannot order food on the crawl. However, the crawl starts right next to Quincy Market which has a lot of great food options. For those with an appetite, we recommend arriving a little early and grabbing a bite before the crawl.
We ask that you arrive five minutes prior to the start of your crawl. Your guide will have a waiver for you to fill out while they check your ID or passport.
The nearest parking garage to the starting point is the Dock Square Parking Garage attached to the Hard Rock Cafe located at 20 Clinton St. Boston M.A 02109.
The Independence Pub Crawl takes place in Boston’s famous Faneuil Hall District. The walking distance is limited to just a few blocks.
Yes! The distance between the bars is not far and all bars on the tour are wheelchair accessible.
Each crawl stops at four bars centered around Boston’s Historic Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall
Our routes change depending on tour size, day of the week, and time. However, all of the bars are on the Freedom Trail and within two blocks of each other and each one has historical significance.
Although our ending spot changes depending on the route we take, we will always end the pub crawl within two blocks of our meeting spot at Faneuil Hall (6 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston, MA 02109
Yes. All Pub Crawlers must be 21 or older and present valid ID prior to the tour. Valid ID includes ONLY passports, US drivers licenses, and US military IDs. Unfortunately, foreign drivers licenses are not accepted in Massachusetts. While we may be able to determine you’re older than 21 using your foreign drivers license, whether you will be served at the bar is up to each establishment’s discretion. All Pub Crawlers must also sign a waiver of liability prior to the start of the Pub Crawl. We unfortunately cannot take any under 21, including infants, even accompanied by adults.
Yes. All Pub Crawlers must be 21 or older and present valid ID prior to the tour. Valid ID includes ONLY passports, US drivers licenses, and US military IDs. Unfortunately, foreign drivers licenses are not accepted in Massachusetts. While we may be able to determine you’re older than 21 using your foreign drivers license, whether you will be served at the bar is up to each establishment’s discretion. All Pub Crawlers must also sign a waiver of liability prior to the start of the Pub Crawl. We unfortunately cannot take any under 21, including infants, even accompanied by adults.
No. Unfortunately all crawlers must be at least 21 years old with proper identification. This is because of the strict blue laws in Massachusetts.
No, Boston Crawling does not use physical tickets. You will receive an email confirmation upon your purchase. All you need to check in is your ID and a smile.
We ask that you dress for the weather, wear shoes you’re comfortable walking in, and bring an ID or passport.
Yes! We crawl rain, shine, or snow. Our bars are located close to each other and we will keep you as dry as possible.
Tour Protection is offered at check out for $5 per head allowing guests to cancel or reschedule. For guests with Tour Protection, cancellations/rescheduling must be made at least 24 hours before the start of your crawl. If you’d like to cancel or reschedule, please email info@bostoncrawling.com.

For guests without Tour Protection, all sales are final and cannot be rescheduled or refunded. If you have already purchased your tickets and would like to add Tour Protection, please email us at info@bostoncrawling.com.
Yes! Private and group bookings are available. Separate times and rates apply for private and corporate pub crawls. Please contact us at 508-256-9899 or info@bostoncrawling.com to book your private crawl.