Freedom Trail
- Address:Boston
- Admission:Free
Cultural Experience, Good Place to Eat, Walking/Hiking, Monument - Historical, Trail
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The Freedom Trail is a great way to explore Boston’s most popular sites. The 2 ½-mile/4-km trail itself links a number of historic sites, many associated with colonial United States history. The route is marked with a line of red paint or red brick on the sidewalk; markers identify stops and plaques point the way from one sight to the next.
The Freedom Trail starts on the Boston Common and visits sights on Beacon Hill, in Downtown, near the Waterfront, and in the North End, before crossing the bridge and ending in Charlestown. As such, it provides an introduction to some of Boston’s distinct neighborhoods, as well as its rich history.
Along the way, you’ll see the King’s Chapel, Old City Hall, and the Old Corner Bookstore. You’ll visit Faneuil Hall, which is a choice spot to stop for a lunch from the food court in Quincy Market. More sites include Old North Church, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground (with its grand views across the river to Charlestown) and the USS Constitution Museum, home of the world’s oldest commissioned warship. Once you reach Charlestown, grab a bite to eat and relax in one of the neighborhood’s trendy or traditional eateries.
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The Total Boston Experience is a great way to see Boston and the surrounding area. It was very comprehensive and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. A lot of places were closed in November as it's not tourist season, but that was not the fault of this tour. We still got to see plenty. Would definitely recommend this trip!
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Had a fantastic time in Boston we had great weather and found getting around Boston very easy.
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even though it was raining all day we had a truly delightful experience. Saba our guide was very informative and gave great tips on taking the best photos. We learnt such a lot on this tour and our guilde was brilliant.
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Walking the entire Freedom Trail can take anywhere from one hour to one day, depending if you stop at museums or for lunch along the way. The stops along the Freedom Trail are easily accessible by public transportation, including the MBTA subway, or the T.
Keep in mind, however, that the trail is a suggested route, which means you can choose where you want to start and end, and even choose which sites you want to visit.
