Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Tickets

About this experience

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Tickets Step aboard authentic replica 18th-century tea ships and experience the night that sparked the American Revolution. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum puts you right in the action of December 16, 1773, when colonists dumped 342 chests of British tea into Boston Harbor. You'll board the Eleanor and Beaver, full-scale replicas of the original ships, and participate in your own tea-dumping ceremony. Professional actors dressed as Sons of Liberty guide you through interactive reenactments on the museum floor. You'll witness the heated town meetings, join the protest march, and throw tea overboard just as the revolutionaries did 250 years ago. The floating museum houses the famous Robinson Tea Chest, one of the original chests from that historic night, alongside period artifacts that tell the complete story of colonial resistance. Your visit includes access to Abigail's Tea Room, where you can sample tea blends and colonial-inspired treats while overlooking Boston Harbor. The gift shop offers themed souvenirs celebrating America's founding story. Highlights Board authentically restored 18th-century tea ships Eleanor and Beaver Participate in interactive reenactments with costumed historical interpreters See the famous Robinson Tea Chest, an original artifact from 1773 Throw tea overboard during the hands-on tea dumping activity Enjoy tea and treats at Abigail's Tea Room overlooking Boston Harbor Explore multimedia exhibits and period artifacts in the floating museum Plan Your Visit to Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum The museum operates daily except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day with timed entry tickets. Your guided experience lasts approximately one hour, though you should allow extra time for the tea room and gift shop. Both the tea room and shop are accessible without a museum ticket if you prefer to browse first. The museum is located at Congress Street Bridge in downtown Boston, easily accessible by public transport. The main exhibits are not wheelchair accessible due to the historic ship design, though guide dogs are welcome throughout the venue. Consider combining your visit with other historic attractions like the Freedom Trail walking tour or Boston Harbor Islands ferry to explore more of the city's revolutionary history. For families or history enthusiasts looking to dive deeper into Boston's colonial past, the Old State House Museum offers additional context about the events leading up to the Tea Party.

Highlights

• 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.

What is included

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

Not included

• Gratuities Food and beverages

Before you go

Before visiting the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time to allow for security checks and ticketing. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking on the ships and exploring the museum. Bring a camera to capture memories, but be aware that some areas may have restricted photography. The museum is wheelchair accessible, but it's recommended to call ahead to confirm accessibility for your specific needs. Lastly, be prepared for a 60-minute experience that's engaging and interactive.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.