Liberty Ride – Guided Trolley Tour of Historic Lexington & Concord

The Liberty Ride is a guided trolley tour that follows the historic Battle Road through Lexington and Concord, covering the events of April 19, 1775, and the 19th-century literary legacy of the area. A costumed guide narrates the 90-minute ride, telling the story of the first battle of the American Revolution and of the writers whose work helped define American identity and culture. The tour is award-winning and runs seasonally.

Lexington’s tourism office, which runs the trolley, also points visitors to the town’s landmarks from that day, including the Hancock-Clarke House, where Samuel Adams and John Hancock were staying on the night of April 18, 1775, and the Belfry, whose bell summoned the militia to the Green. Riding the trolley lets visitors follow the Battle Road between Lexington and Concord without driving between sites.

What to Know

• The tour is listed as a wheelchair-accessible experience.
• Groups can book customized private charter tours instead.
• Lexington tourism also offers walking tours of the Battle Green and a mixed reality tour.
• Step-on guides can be booked to ride along on a group’s own bus.