Boston fall foliage tours take you to see brilliantly colored leaves in some of the most beautiful parts of the New England countryside near the city. 

The advantage to taking one of these New England fall foliage tours is that someone else does the driving. 

See Gorgeous New England Fall Foliage near Boston


You get to relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery, take as many photos as you please, and explore selected locations.

Entertaining, knowledgeable guides, pick-up at selected hotels, and lots of photo opportunities give you the right mix of fun and convenience.

These tours are very popular and book up in advance - so to be sure of getting your preferred dates, do book early. 

Brilliant golden fall foliage on Boston Common

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Of course you see gorgeous foliage on these tours - but you also experience the scenic countryside outside of the city.  If you're visiting Boston during September, October, or even early November, don't miss the chance to discover the beauty of New England!



Fall Foliage Sightseeing Tour from Boston

Orange, gold, and crimson leaves in New Hampshire
Orange, gold, and crimson leaves in New Hampshire

Vibrant reds and oranges blaze across the New England countryside as you drive through the rolling hills up northwest of Boston to picturesque New Hampshire villages on this fall foliage tour from Boston.

A delicious buffet lunch in an old Yankee tavern, a visit to an apple orchard where you can sample just-picked apples and cider, a photo stop at traditional covered bridge, and views of beautiful Colonial churches, farms, and village greens show you the intoxicating beauty of New England.  

If you've never seen this part of New England before, you owe it to yourself to spend a day immersed in the seasonal beauty and tranquil landscapes of this unique part of the country as of swaths of gold, orange, red, and purple leaves transform it. 

And if you've ever wondered why those of us who live here put up with the cold winters, the beautiful places you'll see on this tour will show you why!

Seasonal tour: September through October.

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Autumn on Old Cape Cod Tour

Autumn from Old Cape Cod tour from Boston
Fall colors along Cape Cod

Always beautiful, Cape Cod in the fall glows with red and gold autumn foliage contrasting with blue water and skies.

You'll see entrancing views of quaint Cape Cod villages, visit the Whydah Pirate Museum, meet and greet archeologists, and even get to view secluded areas from the best vantage point of all: a sightseeing cruise around Lewis Bay.  Seasonal tour: September to October.

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For a different way to experience fall color on the Cape, join a small group day trip from Boston to Plymouth and Cape Cod where you'll visit historic Plimouth Plantation, home to the first English settlers, Plymouth Rock where the Mayflower landed, and the Heritage Museums and Gardens in Sandwich, the Cape's oldest town.  The tour is offered from spring through late fall, so choose a date in late September, October, or November to see foliage colors at their peak. 

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Coastal Maine & Kennebunkport Sightseeing Tour

Boats in a Maine harbor along the coast
Boats in a Maine harbor near a small village along the coast

On this special 1-day small-group day trip from Boston to Coastal Maine & Kennebunkport. you'll see the picturesque Nubble Light lighthouse, and stroll along Ogunquit's Marginal Way before arriving in scenic Kennebunkport, where you'll enjoy a narrated trolley tour.  You'll have time to explore, eat, and shop before your return to Boston.

The tour runs through early October, and depending on when you go, you'll see anything from hints of color to lovely fall colors along the way.

Bonus:  Pick up and drop off at your Boston hotel.

Find out more about the Coastal Maine and Kennebunkport Tour

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More Boston Fall Foliage Tour Experiences

Want some more suggestions? 

These interesting sightseeing tours take you outside of Boston through lovely areas filled with colorful foliage during late September and October:

Salem "Witch City" Tour

Tour the New England coastline from Boston to Maine
Gold and orange fall foliage in front of the Salem Visitor Center

Travel up on the fast ferry from Boston's Long Wharf to coastal Salem, home to several outstanding museums devoted to America's witch history and site of Halloween celebrations throughout October.  

As Halloween approaches, you're likely to see witch trial reenactors dressed in Colonial costumes, along with modern day witches and wiccans - and plenty of colorful fall foliage throughout the leafy town.

Explore on your own, visit the Salem Witch Museum to learn about the sad drama leading up to the Salem witch trials and executions, or join one of these tours to explore the darker side of Salem:

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Cambridge, Lexington, and Concord Tour

Tour the New England coastline from Boston to Maine
Church steeple near the village green in Lexington, Massachusetts

You'll see the beautiful countryside and towns west of Boston on this tour along the path taken by Paul Revere in 1775 when he warned Colonists that the British were coming.  Fall foliage in Lexington and Concord is usually breathtaking.  Offered through late October.

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Boston History & Highlights Afternoon Tour

Fall foliage colors along a narrow lane in Boston's historic Beacon Hill
Fall foliage colors along a narrow lane in Boston's historic Beacon Hill

Want to stay in the city?  When you go on this 2-hour afternoon walking tour from Boston Harbor into the Beacon Hill neighborhood during late September, October, and through late November, you're sure to see lots of gorgeous golden foliage as well as lots of colorful Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations.  Led by a knowledgeable professional guide, you'll see some of Boston's most iconic sights, learn about the historic and modern city, and at the end of your tour, enjoy a beer with your guide at a favorite neighborhood watering hole.

Find out more about the Boston History & Highlights Afternoon Tour


More Boston Tours 

Although not all of these tours feature foliage or leaf-peeping, you'll see plenty of color when you take them during fall months.


Self-Guided Fall Foliage Tour from Boston

 Lighthouse near Portland, Maine - Photo courtesy of Bill Mckenna
 Lighthouse near Portland, Maine - Photo courtesy of Bill Mckenna

Plan your own fall foliage tour - rent a Zipcar for the day, and take the coastal route north from Boston along Route 1A. 

At Beverly, detour onto Route 127 East to enjoy picturesque Manchester-by-the-Sea, Gloucester, and Rockport, and then pick up Route 133 and head north through Ipswich where you'll turn back onto Route 127 again. 

Go for a walk along New Hampshire's Hampton Beach State Park. 

Once you reach Maine (shown in photo), start looking for a road-side clam shack.  Stop for a lobster roll and enjoy the gorgeous contrast between the blue of the Atlantic Ocean and brilliant coastal foliage. 

Life is good!


More Tours and Cruises to See Fall Foliage in Boston & Beyond

Where to See Fall Foliage When the Regular Foliage Tours Sell Out

Although the timing differs a bit each year, the moment arrives when all the regular Boston fall foliage tours and cruises sell out. 

But don't worry, you can still find ways to see the brilliant colors while exploring interesting areas in and near Boston.

Check out these suggestions:

Here are some other day trips and tours from Boston where you'll be likely to see fall colors:



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