Bunker Hill: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

“One hill. One day. A revolution’s turning point.”

June 17, 1775, began quietly with over 1,200 colonial militiamen building a redoubt on Breed’s Hill under cover of darkness. When dawn broke, the British arrived to challenge what they saw as an act of defiance. What followed was one of the most intense and pivotal moments of the Revolutionary War. Colonel William Prescott, calmly moving among his men under fire, commanded their steady resolve through three British assaults. Though the colonists eventually retreated when ammunition ran low, something profound had shifted. The colonists had stood against the professional British military and proven their ability to resist. This battle did not win the Revolution, but it declared that victory was possible and that the colonists could fight.​

The Bunker Hill Tour: Self-Guided Walk takes you onto the actual ground where this pivotal moment unfolded. Begin at the iconic 221-foot granite Monument, a testament to what Americans built to honor this day. Walk the park where the redoubt once stood and the battle played out. Stand before Colonel Prescott’s statue and trace the lines where colonial forces held their ground under extraordinary pressure. Hear the dramatic account of the three assaults and gain insight into the strategic decisions made in those critical hours.​

Our Bunker Hill Tour: Self-Guided Walk lets you absorb this history at your own pace. Stand as long as you need at the monument to reflect on what happened here. Climb the 294 steps to the top if you are ready and see Boston through the eyes of those who fought. Listen to stories that bring the battle alive without rushing you past them.​

From the Monument to Prescott’s statue, from the redoubt grounds to the views overlooking Boston, you walk where history turned and ordinary people demonstrated extraordinary courage.

Fair warning: Bunker Hill has a way of moving visitors. Standing on that ground, understanding the stakes and the sacrifice, deepens how you see the American Revolution. Bring comfortable shoes, bring water, and bring openness to being touched by a story that still resonates 250 years later.

Traveling for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Great timing. Several host cities are also Action Tour Guide destinations. Use flexible self-guided audio tours to explore more between matches, with GPS-triggered stories that fit your schedule and pace. 

With our Boston self-guided audio tour bundle, you unlock Freedom Trail, Harborwalk, Bunker Hill, ghost stories, and more in one easy package.

Want all of our tours? Upgrade to Action+:

• An annual $99.99/year subscription offers access to over 200+ tours.
• Unlimited use throughout the year.
• Includes free access to new tours as they are released.