Physical Address:

Boston National Historical Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

Mailing Address:

Boston National Historical Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

contact-details

  • Phone Number: 6172425601 Voice

  • Email Address: BOST_Email@nps.gov

  • Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

park designation:National Historical Park

Directions:

Visitor Centers are located at Historic Faneuil Hall, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq, and the Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 5. Go to the Directions page for more detailed information.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions


Operating Hours:

Boston National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park is a unique collaboration of federally, municipally, and privately owned and operated historic sites. Most of the park is along Boston's Freedom Trail®, a 2.5 mile (4 km) walking path marked by a red brick or painted line weaving through Downtown Boston, the North End, and Charlestown. The trail itself is outdoors and open year round. Every site along the trail has its own hours which vary throughout the season. Please check ahead before planning your visit.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Bunker Hill Monument

Please note: Only 20 people are allowed in the Monument at a time. Be advised: The Monument may close for climbing due to weather conditions and/or other safety considerations.

Exceptions:
  • Winter 2024 Hours (January 3, 2024 - May 25, 2024)
  • Summer (June 30, 2024 - November 11, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Dorchester Heights

Dorchester Heights marks the site of George Washington's first Revolutionary War victory. Located atop the last remaining hill in South Boston fortified by the Continental Army, the park grounds are open from dawn to dusk. The monument is currently not open to the public.

Paul Revere House

The Paul Revere House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.

Exceptions:
  • November to Mid-December Hours (November 1, 2024 - December 18, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Winter Hours (December 18, 2024 - March 31, 2025)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2024 - December 24, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Old North Church

Old North is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Old North Illuminated.

Exceptions:
  • Winter 2024 (January 1, 2025 - February 28, 2025)
  • Spring 2024 (March 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024)
  • Memorial Day (May 27, 2024 - May 27, 2024)
  • Fall 2024 (November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2024 - December 24, 2024)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024)

Old State House

The Old State House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Revolutionary Spaces. For more visitor information, please visit the Revolutionary Spaces website.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2024 - December 24, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Old South Meeting House

The Old South Meeting House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Revolutionary Spaces. For more visitor information, please visit the Revolutionary Spaces website.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2024 - December 24, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

The Great Hall of Faneuil Hall

The Great Hall is operated as a historic site by the National Park Service in partnership with the City of Boston. Faneuil Hall is owned and managed by the City of Boston. The Great Hall is closed to public visitation when City-permitted events are scheduled. Visitors can find maps and other visiting materials in the Great Hall.

Exceptions:
  • Memorial Day (May 27, 2024 - May 27, 2024)
  • Summer (July 1, 2024 - September 4, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

USS Constitution

USS CONSTITUTION is the oldest commissioned ship in the United States Navy. Naval officers and crew still serve aboard the ship. The Navy operates the ship as a historic site in cooperation with the National Park Service.

Exceptions:
  • Summer Hours (March 15, 2024 - October 15, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)
  • Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday (January 20, 2025 - January 20, 2025)

USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the stories of "Old Ironsides." The museum is a partner of Boston National Historical Park located in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Exceptions:
  • Summer Hours (May 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2024 - December 24, 2024)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

USS Cassin Young

USS CASSIN YOUNG is a Fletcher Class destroyer docked in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Park staff operate the ship seasonally. Weather conditions may alter hours without advanced notice.

Exceptions:
  • Memorial Day (May 27, 2024 - May 27, 2024)
  • Summer (June 30, 2024 - November 11, 2024)
  • Off-season (November 12, 2023 - May 25, 2024)

Weather Information:

Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days. Wear comfortable sportswear in season, with comfortable walking shoes.


Activities
Fishing
Fishing

Guided Tours
Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Junior Ranger Program
Junior Ranger Program

Museum Exhibits
Museum Exhibits