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Tour & Activity Scams in Boston, USA
Unlicensed guides, fake tickets, bait-and-switch excursions, and ticket scalping. Below are the tour & activities scams reported in Boston — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Las Vegas, Miami, and Tulum.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Tour & Activities Scams
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Total in Boston
How it works
Unofficial individuals dress in period costume or carry clipboards near the Boston Common start point, posing as guides and offering to lead Freedom Trail tours. Midway through they demand payment, often far exceeding the official guided tour price. Some lead groups to overpriced souvenir shops where they receive a commission.
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11 total warnings across all categories