Boston is a historic city and one of the oldest in the United States. Besides culinary, cultural and athletic pursuits, visitors flock to the city to experience its rich history. On your next trip to Beantown, make sure you check out our favorite historical sites.
Boston Common
Located in downtown Boston, Boston Common is the oldest city park in the United States. Founded in 1634, the park continues to host activities and public events.
Faneuil Hall
Faneuil Hall is a market and meetinghouse built in the 1760s. The building hosted many public meetings during the American Revolution and currently serves as a market and shopping destination.
Freedom Trail
Perhaps the best-known historic site in Boston, the Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile path through downtown leading to 16 historically significant sites. The pedestrian route was created to highlight important landmarks.
Paul Revere House
Visit the home of one of Boston’s most famous residents: Paul Revere. While the home was built in 1680, Revere owned the house from 1770–1800. In 1908, the house opened to the public and remains one of the oldest historic house museums in the United States.
Public Garden
Boston’s Public Garden was the first public botanical garden created in the United States. It was established in 1837.
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