Old State House
Built in 1713, the Old State House is the oldest surviving public building in Boston and served as the center of civic, political, and business life during the Revolutionary era. This Colonial and Federal architectural masterpiece witnessed pivotal events including the reading of the Declaration of Independence from its balcony in 1776 and stands as a testament to Boston’s role in founding American democracy.
Phone: (617) 720-1713
Faneuil Hall
Often referred to as “the Cradle of Liberty,” Faneuil Hall was built in 1742 as a gift to the city by merchant Peter Faneuil. This historic marketplace and meeting hall hosted America’s first town meeting and became a central gathering place for revolutionary speeches by Samuel Adams and other patriots, making it a vital symbol of Boston’s fight for independence.
Phone: (617) 635-3105
Paul Revere House
Built around 1680, the Paul Revere House is downtown Boston’s oldest remaining structure and the only official Freedom Trail historic site that is a home. From this modest wooden dwelling, silversmith and patriot Paul Revere embarked on his famous midnight ride on April 18, 1775, an event that helped launch the American Revolution.
Phone: (617) 523-2338
Old North Church
Built in 1723, Boston’s oldest church building is renowned for its role in Paul Revere’s midnight ride when two lanterns were hung from its steeple, signaling “the British are coming by sea.” The church’s Georgian architecture was inspired by the works of Christopher Wren, and its 174-foot steeple remains an iconic part of Boston’s historic North End skyline.
Phone: (617) 523-6676
Bunker Hill Monument
This 221-foot granite obelisk commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, a pivotal early conflict of the American Revolution fought on June 17, 1775. Completed in 1842 and dedicated in 1843, the monument stands on Breed’s Hill where most of the fighting took place and contains 294 steps leading to an observation deck with panoramic views of Boston and Charlestown.
Phone: (617) 242-5641
Boston Common
Established in 1634, Boston Common is America’s oldest public park, originally used as common grazing land for cattle. This historic 50-acre green space has witnessed countless significant events including British encampments, abolitionist gatherings, civil rights speeches, and public executions, evolving into a beloved recreational space and was designated as a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1987.
Phone: (617) 635-4505
Trinity Church
Completed in 1877 after the Great Boston Fire, Trinity Church is a masterpiece of American architecture designed by Henry Hobson Richardson in the Richardsonian Romanesque style. This National Historic Landmark features striking curved towers, a golden Virgin Mary statue, and houses an impressive collection of stained-glass windows and artifacts chronicling both the church’s and Boston’s rich history.
Phone: (617) 536-0944
Massachusetts State House
Designed by architect Charles Bulfinch and completed in 1798, the Massachusetts State House serves as the seat of government for the Commonwealth. The iconic building is instantly recognizable by its magnificent golden dome, originally made of wood and covered in copper by Paul Revere’s company, then later gilded with 23-karat gold leaf, creating one of Boston’s most distinctive landmarks.
Phone: (617) 727-3676
USS Constitution
Launched in 1797, the USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”) is the world’s oldest commissioned warship still afloat and earned its nickname during the War of 1812 when British cannonballs bounced off its oak hull. Now berthed at the Charlestown Navy Yard, this three-masted heavy frigate remains an active U.S. Navy vessel and serves as a living museum of early American naval engineering and craftsmanship.
Phone: (617) 242-7511
Quincy Market
Built in 1826 to expand Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market was designed in the Greek Revival style by architect Alexander Perris as part of Mayor Josiah Quincy’s urban renewal efforts. This historic marketplace has evolved from a waterfront mercantile center into one of Boston’s most popular tourist destinations, housing an extensive food court and shops within its meticulously preserved historic structure.
Phone: (617) 523-1300
Museum of Fine Arts
Founded in 1870 and relocated to its current Fenway location in 1909, the Museum of Fine Arts houses one of the most comprehensive art collections in the world with nearly 500,000 works. The museum’s Beaux Arts building, designed by architect Guy Lowell, has undergone several expansions including the 2010 Art of the Americas Wing by Norman Foster, blending historic preservation with modern architectural innovation.
Phone: (617) 267-9300
Boston Public Library
Established in 1848 and housed in its McKim Building since 1895, the Boston Public Library was the first large free municipal library in the United States. This Renaissance Revival masterpiece features a stunning facade, magnificent reading rooms, and contains artistic treasures including murals by John Singer Sargent and Edwin Austin Abbey, making it both an architectural landmark and cultural institution.
Phone: (617) 536-5400
Beacon Hill Historic District
Established as Boston’s first historic district in 1955, Beacon Hill is renowned for its narrow cobblestone streets, Federal-style row houses, and gas-lit lamps dating from the early 19th century. This exceptionally well-preserved neighborhood with its distinctive architecture and brick sidewalks offers a glimpse into Boston’s past while remaining one of the city’s most desirable and historically significant residential areas.
Phone: (617) 367-7737 (Beacon Hill Civic Association)
Boston City Hall
Completed in 1968 and designated as a historic landmark in 2025, Boston City Hall is a prominent example of Brutalist architecture designed by Kallmann, McKinnell, and Knowles. This controversial concrete structure with its distinctive inverted pyramid design has evolved from being criticized to becoming a recognized architectural achievement, symbolizing civic engagement and Boston’s commitment to preserving its varied architectural heritage.
Phone: (617) 635-4500
King’s Chapel
Founded in 1686 as Boston’s first Anglican church, King’s Chapel’s current granite structure was completed in 1754 and represents one of America’s finest examples of Georgian architecture. The chapel houses the nation’s oldest pulpit still in continuous use and contains the oldest American-made church bell, while its adjacent burying ground dates to 1630, making it one of Boston’s most historically significant religious sites.
Phone: (617) 227-2155
Granary Burying Ground
Established in 1660, the Granary Burying Ground is Boston’s third-oldest cemetery and final resting place for many notable Revolutionary figures including John Hancock, Paul Revere, and Samuel Adams. Named for a grain storage building that once stood nearby, this historic cemetery contains approximately 2,300 grave markers but is actually the burial site of an estimated 5,000 people, making it a significant landmark on Boston’s Freedom Trail.
Phone: (617) 635-4505
Old South Meeting House
Built in 1729, the Old South Meeting House was the largest building in colonial Boston and became famous as the organizing point for the Boston Tea Party on December 16, 1773. This National Historic Landmark with its distinctive Georgian architecture has witnessed pivotal revolutionary debates and speeches, serving as a vital gathering place for civic discourse that helped shape American democracy.
Phone: (617) 482-6439
Boston Public Garden
Established in 1837 as America’s first public botanical garden, the Boston Public Garden showcases Victorian-era landscape design with meandering pathways, ornamental plantings, and an iconic lagoon. This horticultural masterpiece features the world-famous Swan Boats operating since 1877 and the beloved bronze “Make Way for Ducklings” statues, creating a tranquil oasis adjacent to Boston Common.
Phone: (617) 635-4505
Park Street Church
Built in 1809 at the corner of Park and Tremont Streets, Park Street Church’s 217-foot steeple was once the first landmark travelers saw when approaching Boston. This historic church with its distinctive Federal-style architecture played a significant role in American history as a center for social reform, where William Lloyd Garrison gave his first anti-slavery speech and “America (My Country ‘Tis of Thee)” was first performed.
Phone: (617) 523-3383
Copp’s Hill Burying Ground
Established in 1659, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground is the second-oldest cemetery in Boston and named after shoemaker William Copp who once owned the land. This historic burial site contains the remains of merchants, artisans, and craftspeople including the Mather family of ministers, Robert Newman who hung the lanterns in Old North Church, and Shem Drowne, creator of Faneuil Hall’s grasshopper weathervane.
Phone: (617) 635-4505
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