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Reenactment of Boston Tea Party debate with actors in period costumes inside a historic room.
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  • Explore the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum on this experience that takes you through immaculately restored Boston Museum exhibits and tea ships.
  • Take the journey back in time as the historical interpreters adorning costumes from the 1700s talk about the people, events, and the consequences.
  • One of the original tea chests dumped in the Boston harbor, the Robinson Tea Chest is displayed in this floating museum.
  • You can also participate and dump fated tea overboard like the Sons of Liberty and enjoy freshly baked food at Abigail's Tea Room for a unique experience.
  • Fun fact: It is said that only 22% of tea leaves overboard were of green tea varieties and about 342 chests consisted of hemp, a crucial commodity in 18th-century America.

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Reenactment of Boston Tea Party debate with actors in period costumes inside a historic room.
Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum exterior with historical reenactor on balcony.
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Immerse yourself in one of the most pivotal moments in American history with tickets to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. This lively attraction lets you travel back to December 16, 1773, where you can experience firsthand the historic Boston Tea Party. Get ready for an engaging, hands-on adventure through interactive exhibits and live reenactments that bring colonial history to life.

Step aboard and join the rebellion

Climb aboard the replica ships, the Eleanor and the Beaver, and join the reenactment of the famous tea-dumping protest. You'll have the chance to throw tea overboard just like the colonists did that fateful night. The experience is brought to life by actors in period costumes, who will guide you through the event with vivid storytelling and interactive performances that make history feel incredibly real.

Dive into history and discover artifacts

Wander through exhibits that showcase what life was like for the colonists and learn about the events leading up to the revolution. From fascinating artifacts to engaging displays, you’ll get a closer look at the political and economic tensions of the time. The experience includes a captivating multisensory documentary that brings the story to life, along with a chance to see the Robinson Tea Chest, one of the original chests thrown into the harbor. After your historical adventure, unwind at Abigail's Tea Room, where you can enjoy a refreshing break. Don’t forget to visit the museum’s souvenir store for unique colonial-themed finds to remember your visit.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Timed entry to Museum
  • Interactive tour
  • Access to:**
  • Authentically restored tea ships
  • Dump tea overboard experience
  • Abigail's Tea Room
  • Gratuities
  • Food and beverages

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

  • Show your ticket at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

  • Address: 306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, United States.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

The experience includes a timed entry to the museum, an interactive tour, authentically restored tea ships, and a dump tea overboard activity.

Yes, your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

It's a good idea to bring along a hat and sunglasses for comfort during your visit.

The experience is not accessible by wheelchair or pram/strollers within the museum premises.

The tour lasts an hour, so plan your visit accordingly.

You'll find one of the original tea chests dumped during the historic event known as the Robinson Tea Chest on display.

The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

You can access the gift shop and Abigail's Tea Room without needing a separate ticket for these areas.

Yes, you can join the reenactment of dumping tea overboard like the Sons of Liberty did on that historic night.

It is said that only 22% of the tea leaves thrown into the harbor were green tea varieties, and around 342 chests consisted of hemp, which was an important commodity in the 18th century.

Bring along a hat and sunglasses.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers inside the museum. Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The museum includes a gift shop and a tea room that you can access without a ticket to the museum. The tour lasts an hour so plan your visit to the tea room and souvenir shop accordingly.

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