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A Day at Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House

(3 Reviews)
  • From North Station
  • Kids Age 5+
  • Activity Level: Low
  • Tour Duration: 4 hours
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A Dickensian Christmas at Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House

✨ Only 2 Holiday Departures! December 12 & 19

Step back in time and experience the magic of a 19th-century Christmas inside the beloved home where Little Women was written!

For two special dates only, Orchard House comes alive with festive decorations, holiday music, costumed living history interpreters, and heartwarming Alcott family traditions.

This year’s celebration highlights the influence of Charles Dickens on the Alcott family, bringing Victorian holiday traditions to life through music, theatrical performances, storytelling, and festive activities.

🚆 Leave the driving to us! Enjoy round-trip Commuter Rail transportation from Boston, shuttle transfers, and admission to this special holiday experience.

🎟️ Just 2 Dates Available!

Saturday, December 12 & Saturday, December 19

🚆 Depart North Station: 2:15 PM
🏠 Return to North Station: 6:00 PM

🎄 Two Dates. Limited Seats. A Timeless Christmas Experience! Reserve your holiday adventure before it’s gone!

📖 Discover Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House

Regular Tours Available Through November 15, 2026

Step into the world of Little Women with a visit to the historic home where Louisa May Alcott penned her beloved novel. Explore literary history, charming Concord, and the places that inspired generations of readers.

What You’ll Experience

  • 📖 Orchard House Tour – Discover the Alcott family home, original furnishings, and the stories behind Little Women.

  • 🏡 Historic Concord – Explore the charming downtown, historic landmarks, local shops, and cafés.

  • 🌳 Literary Landmarks – Depending on the itinerary, visit Walden Pond or Author’s Ridge at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.

🚆 All without a car! Round-trip Commuter Rail travel, shuttle transfers, and Orchard House admission included.

🍂 Explore literary history in the heart of Concord. Book your adventure today!

What’s Included

  • Commuter Rail Weekend Pass
  • Step-by-step instructions on how to get to North Station & what train to take
  • Transportation from the outlying station to the activity and backNo need to find a rideshare, we've got you covered!
  • 45-Minute guided tour of the home
  • Time on your own to explore the grounds & Downtown Concord

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Weather appropriate clothing

Louisa May Alcott’s House Itinerary

PLEASE NOTE: Departure and return times vary depending on your selected tour. If booking a Holiday departure, please refer to the specific departure and return times listed in the tour description. Full trip details will be emailed to you after booking.

10:00 AM

Arrive at North Station and check to ensure your train is on time.

10:15 AM

Board the Fitchburg/Wachusett Line Train to Concord.

10:54 AM

Arrival at the Concord Station where our private shuttle will be waiting.

11:00 AM

Arrival by bus to the  home

11:15 - 12:30 PM

Guided tour of the Orchard Home.

12:30 - 3:00 PM

Time on your own to explore the grounds & downtown Concord, MA

3:00 PM

Board the bus and head back to the station.

3:15 PM

Your train from Concord departs.

4:03 PM

Arrival back into Boston.

THIS SCHEDULE WILL VARY BASED ON THE DATE AND DEPARTURE TIME YOU SELECT.  We will also send these details via email with more information on how to get to/from North Station upon booking. Your train ticket will be emailed to you 48 hours in advance of the trip.

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Wanda G

Family Traveller

We loved every minute of it

06/09/2026

Kris

Solo Traveller

The program and arrangements worked well. I would just say that our itinerary schedule differed from the sample one listed on the website and we didn’t get the details until 1-2 days prior to travel, so I wasn’t sure how to plan our time. Driver helpful and friendly. Visiting Louisa May Alcot’s home is highly recommended – so authentic and well presented, and the town is pretty to walk around, especially in spring. We had sufficient time to walk to the North Bridge and Minuteman statue as well which was a bonus – but that would depend on your walking speed and itinerary schedule. I have already recommended this trip to a friend!

05/11/2026

Snehal M

Solo Traveller

I would rate the trip as 10/10. The trip was very well organized. The assigned driver from the Concord station to the orchard house was so kind and friendly that she stopped at the old Alcott’s house for me to take a quick picture and shared a lot of history on the drive. Loved it.
Would recommend.

02/10/2025