Relive the December 16, 1773, tea-dumping protest at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum with interactive exhibits and replica ships.
Highlights
Highlights
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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.
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Take the journey back in time as the historical interpreters adorning costumes from the 1700s talk about the people, events, and the consequences.
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One of the original tea chests dumped in the Boston harbor, the Robinson Tea Chest is displayed in this floating museum.
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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.
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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.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Timed entry to Museum
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Interactive tour
Access to:
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Authentically restored tea ships
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Dump tea overboard experience
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Abigail's Tea Room
Exclusions
Exclusions
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Gratuities
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Food and beverages
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Your experience
Your experience
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.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
- Bring along a hat and sunglasses.
What's not allowed
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the museum exhibits.
Accessibility
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This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers inside the museum.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
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The museum includes a gift shop and a tea room that you can access without a ticket to the museum.
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The tour lasts an hour so plan your visit to the tea room and souvenir shop accordingly.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Ticket redemption point
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Show your ticket at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
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Address: 306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, United States.
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