Famous Historical Sites in and Around Boston

1. FAMOUS HISTORICAL SITES IN AND AROUND BOSTON

2. Boston is one of the best cities in America for exploring history. With a rich and diverse past, it's no wonder that Boston has many famous historical sites, from the Freedom Trail to Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Here's a quick overview of some of the most iconic historical sites in and around Boston. OVERVIEW

3. EXPLORING THE FREEDOM TRAIL The Freedom Trail is a 4-mile marked path that passes through many of the most iconic and significant sites in Boston during the Revolutionary War. This well-known trail starts at the Boston Common and follows signs to 16 historical landmarks, including meeting houses, cemeteries, churches, parks and other monuments. These sites are all conveniently located very close together and can easily be explored in a few hours.

4. TAKING A TOUR OF BEACON HILL Beacon Hill, located near the heart of Boston, is home to some of the city's most stunning colonial-era architecture and is a must for any history enthusiast. This quaint cobblestone neighborhood dates back to the early 1630s and is characterized by narrow, gas-lit streets and stately brick townhouses.

5. VISITING FANEUIL HALL MARKETPLACE Faneuil Hall Marketplace is one of Boston’s most iconic and historical landmarks, a symbol of the fight for independence. Located in downtown Boston, Faneuil Hall has been standing since 1742 and was a major site during the Revolutionary War, hosting many fiery speeches as part of the fight for freedom. Today, visitors can still explore this landmark and take in its rich history - from its past as a place of political discourse to its current status as an upbeat shopping center.

6. EXPLORING THE USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM Under the same roof, in Charlestown, sits both the USS Constitution Museum and Old Ironsides—a tall ship that is one of the most important ships in US history. The museum showcases an impressive collection of artifacts from the War of 1812, during which Old Ironsides took part in many battles. Visitors can learn about the history of the boat and explore several interactive exhibits that bring to life what it was like to be aboard a naval vessel during those times. Some of these include seeing recreations of living quarters and a re- creation of the gun deck.

7. TAKING A TRIP TO THE JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Beacon Hill, located near the heart of Boston, is home to some of the city's most stunning colonial-era architecture and is a must for any history enthusiast. This quaint cobblestone neighborhood dates back to the early 1630s and is characterized by narrow, gas-lit streets and stately brick townhouses.

8. SEEING PAUL REVERE’S HOUSE Paul Revere’s House, located on North Square in Boston’s North End, is one of the most iconic and important sites for Revolutionary War history. Built around 1680, it is the oldest remaining structure in downtown Boston and the only colonial-era home that was owned by Paul Revere. The house was once the residence of America’s most famous patriot, and today it stands as a symbol of American courage and resilience.

9. EXPLORING SIGHTS WITH BOSTON SIGHTSEEING Boston is one of the most historic cities in the United States. There are lots of historic attractions and guests can easily explore these sights by hopping on the Boston Sightseeing double-decker hop-on hop-off tour. Get to explore with Boston's only double-decker bus.

10. BOOK YOUR TOUR Phone 857-234-3375 Website www.bostonsightseeing.us Address 94 Standard Street, Boston, MA 02126

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