Boston National Historical Park, Boston

Name: Boston National Historical Park
Address: Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, United States
Telephone: +1 617 242 5642

#64 among attractions in Boston

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Facts and practical information

The Boston National Historical Park is an association of sites that showcase Boston's role in the American Revolution. It was designated a national park on October 1, 1974. Seven of the eight sites are connected by the Freedom Trail, a walking tour of downtown Boston. All eight properties are National Historic Landmarks. ()

Alternative names: Visitors per year: 2.26 mil.Elevation: 16 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°21'36"N, 71°3'24"W

Address

Charlestown Navy YardDowntown BostonBoston United States

Contact

+1 617 242 5642

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Day trips

Boston National Historical Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Old State House, Freedom Trail.

~520 ftE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
3 min walk • Quincy Market is a historic marketplace in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, that has become a beloved landmark and a bustling hub for locals and tourists alike. Located in the city's downtown area, Quincy Market consists of a main building, Faneuil Hall, flanked by...
~520 ftE
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
3 min walk • Faneuil Hall, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands not only as a bustling shopping center but also as a site steeped in history. Known as "The Cradle of Liberty," it was built in 1742 and has been an integral part of Boston's social and political life...
~520 ftSW
Original colonial seat and state capitol
Old State House, Boston
3 min walk • The Old State House stands as a testament to the rich history of Boston, United States. This Georgian-style building, constructed in 1713, is one of the oldest public buildings in the country and has played a crucial role in the American Revolution.
~610 ftS
Route with historic sites and museums
Freedom Trail, Boston
3 min walk • The Freedom Trail in Boston is a 2.5-mile-long path through downtown that passes by 16 locations significant to the history of the United States. Marked largely with brick, it winds from Boston Common to the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown.
~600 ftN
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Haymarket Open-Air Market, Boston
3 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Boston, the Haymarket Open-Air Market is a vibrant and bustling hub of commerce that has been serving the city for centuries. A stone's throw from the Freedom Trail and the iconic Faneuil Hall, Haymarket is a living testament to the...
~360 ftW
Multi-level concrete space for events
Boston City Hall, Boston
2 min walk • Boston City Hall stands as a prominent feature of the city's landscape, embodying both the administrative heart of Boston and a striking example of Brutalist architecture. Located in the Government Center area of downtown Boston, this building has served as the seat of...
~760 ftW
Square
Government Center, Boston
4 min walk • Government Center in Boston, United States, stands as a central hub for both the city's civic and administrative affairs. Situated in the heart of downtown Boston, this area is home to various federal, state, and city government offices.
~1190 ftS
Historic site of the Boston Tea Party
Old South Meeting House, Boston
6 min walk • The Old South Meeting House is a historic Congregational church building located at the corner of Milk and Washington Streets in the Downtown Crossing area of Boston, Massachusetts, built in 1729.
~500 ftN
Monuments and statues, History museum, Museum
New England Holocaust Memorial, Boston
3 min walk • The New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston, Massachusetts, is dedicated to the Jewish people who were murdered by Nazi Germany during the Holocaust.
~680 ftW
Square
City Hall Plaza, Boston
4 min walk • City Hall Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts, is a large, open, public space in the Government Center area of the city. The architectural firm Kallmann McKinnell & Knowles designed the plaza in 1962 to accompany Boston's new City Hall building.
~900 ftE
Greek Revival architecture, Tower, Architecture
Custom House Tower, Boston
5 min walk • The Custom House Tower is a skyscraper in McKinley Square, in the Financial District neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The original building was constructed in 1837–47 and was designed by Ammi Burnham Young in the Greek Revival style.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Boston National Historical Park?

Nearby attractions include Dock Square, Boston (1 min walk), Merchants Row, Boston (2 min walk), 60 State Street, Boston (2 min walk), Boston City Hall, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to Boston National Historical Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Boston National Historical Park:

Metro

State • Lines: Blue, Orange (4 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: Orange (4 min walk)

Light rail

Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (4 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: C, E (5 min walk)

Bus

Federal St @ Franklin St • Lines: 504 (9 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (11 min walk)

Train

Boston North Station (14 min walk)
Boston South Station (16 min walk)