Hey there! I'm originally from Mexico with a background in Biotech Engineering, but I found my passion in Business Development and Strategy within the biotech world—that's what brought me to Boston. Since arriving, I’ve fallen in love with the city’s history, architecture, and innovative energy. I love meeting new people, swapping stories, and sharing fun trivia or hidden gems from the places I’ve lived. I speak Spanish and English (with a sprinkle of German!), and I’ve got an adventurous streak—like climbing El Nevado de Toluca and planning my next summits. Some of my favorite Boston spots? The Public Library and the East Boston waterfront—perfect places to take in the beauty and spirit of the city.

Makayla's a fourth-year student at Boston University studying hospitality and communication, and she will be graduating in May 2025! Having grown up just outside of Boston as a fourth-generation Bostonian, she takes great pride in showing guests around the city, and enjoys seeing Boston through the eyes of people who come from all over the world. In many ways, giving tours is her way of giving back to the city that has given her so many amazing opportunities and memories throughout her life.

Hello everyone, I'm a bilingual tourism professional with a degree in Ecotourism Management and experience leading educational tours across Latin America and Europe. I specialize in storytelling, turning places into memorable experiences through history, culture, and personal connection. After working with companies like Latitud 90 and Travel Rock, I bring a global perspective and a passion for guiding—especially in Boston, where I help visitors (especially Spanish speakers) connect with the city’s rich past and diverse present. From the Old State House to the Boston Public Library, I bring stories to life with curiosity, emotion, and a touch of local flavor.

Gokce is a professional tour guide with over a decade of experience leading tours across several European cities and traveling extensively around the world. What excites Gokce most about guiding in Boston is its unique blend of history, culture, and charm. With European-inspired architecture, walkable streets, and diverse neighborhoods, Boston feels like a city with one foot in the past and the other in the present. Gokce enjoys introducing visitors to the city’s rich history, vibrant local culture, and hidden gems—including its incredible small bars and restaurants that give it a distinct, European-style character.

Bertha Pantoja is a passionate walking tour guide with a deep love for Boston’s architectural beauty, history, and urban transformation. Originally from Mexico, she has lived, worked, and taught in Boston for 30 years. With a background in architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture, along with a keen eye for detail, she brings Boston’s past to life through the lens of architecture, storytelling, and city planning. Her tours explore how Boston evolved—from its reclaimed Back Bay and grand boulevards to its Victorian rowhouses and modernist icons—showcasing the hidden stories behind the city’s most stunning landmarks. Whether highlighting the intricate ironwork of Commonwealth Avenue, the dramatic contrasts of Copley Square, or the cultural legacy of the South End, she curates immersive experiences that connect history, design, and the people who shaped the city.

A native of Moscow, she has lived in many countries across Europe before moving first to Washington, DC, and eventually settling in Boston. Throughout her global journey, she explored various paths, studying and working in the fields of cultural studies, social sciences, economics, international affairs, and psychology. She is passionate about travel and foreign cultures and enjoys sharing that passion with visitors eager to learn more about Boston. Discovering how Boston's history and the lives of its residents have shaped not only the destiny of the United States but also had a profound impact on world history has been an amazing experience for her. This fascinating exploration is something she looks forward to sharing during her tours.

Hi! I’m a passionate storyteller and licensed tour guide originally from vibrant Barcelona, now proudly calling Boston my second home. With a background in education and communication, I specialize in turning history into meaningful, emotional experiences—whether it’s walking Harvard’s campus, sharing love stories like Jackie & John’s, or exploring Beacon Hill’s hidden past.

I guide in Catalan, Spanish, and English, and I believe the best way to discover Boston is on foot—with all five senses engaged. My tours blend history, humor, nature, and local flavor. Sometimes we even end with a picnic in the Arboretumor the Boston Common!

My love for walking is so deep, I often forget public transportation exists… my feet are my best map!

Hi! I’m Armando, a bioengineering student at Harvard College with roots in Memphis, Tennessee and Michoacán, Mexico. I’m passionate about science, community, and good food—and I never miss a chance to host a carne asada with friends.

When I’m not studying or playing soccer, you’ll find me coding, exploring new flavors, and connecting with people from all walks of life. I speak English and Spanish, and I love making everyone feel welcome.

Harvard Gem: Without a doubt, Annenberg—it’s more than just a dining hall, it’s where memories (and great meals) are made.

Arianna is a student in the class of 2028 at Harvard University, where she is pretty sure she will be majoring in social studies and minoring in linguistics (check-in with her again in senior year, though– there’s just too many cool things!). Her parents immigrated to the United States from Barcelona in the early 2000s, and she grew up just outside of Boston. A lover of travelling, meeting new people, stories, and learning, Arianna is overjoyed to share what makes her love living in New England with anyone visiting her favorite city. 

Arianna has experience in anthropology, and loves learning about the different backgrounds of those around her. Her favorite Boston story is that when they increased the subway exit-fare in 1949, a band wrote and popularized a song about Charlie, a man stuck on the M.(B.)T.A because he could not afford the new exit-fare. Charlie never returns, and his wife throws him sandwiches through the window. Arianna grew up singing this song at summer camp and torments her friends with how catchy it is. This is why the subway cards are called CharlieCards and the tickets are called CharlieTickets (and why it’s even more fitting that Massachusetts’ governor for a while was Charlie Baker)! 

Arianna speaks Catalan, Spanish, and English fluently, as well as rusty French, which she is hoping to reinvigorate in college. She loves languages and wants to keep on learning them throughout college and her life. One fun fact about her is that she is an avid jazz/folk violinist! 

Her favorite hidden gem in Boston is definitely Boston Public Market, though the green spaces and old brick shops are a close second. Also, her favorite often overlooked thing about Boston is how active its folk music scene is! 

Hi everyone! I’m Jan Mollet, a graduate student at Northeastern University in the Urban Informatics program. I consider myself a curious and open-minded person, always eager to learn and connect with others. My passion lies in understanding how cities work and how we can shape them into more livable, sustainable, and equitable spaces for everyone. I'm especially excited about guiding in Boston because it’s a city where history and innovation coexist. To truly understand a city, I believe we must look to its past. Boston's rich history offers invaluable insights into how urban spaces evolve and how we can plan for a better future.