The Freedom Trail

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Massachusetts State House Beacon Hill Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchar Accessible, Restrooms, Braille,Large Print, Listening Device Designed by Charles Bulfinch, the ‘new’ and current State House has served as the seat of Massachusetts government since its opening in 1798. Holding the legislative and executive branches, it sits adjacent to the former site of the historic Hancock mansion.

Park Street Church Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair access, Restrooms The church was founded in 1809, at the corner of Park and Tremont Streets, atop the site of Boston’s town grain storage building, or granary. Designed by Peter Banner, the 217 ft. steeple of Park Street Church was once the first landmark travelers saw when approaching Boston.

Granary Burying Ground Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible Established in 1660, some of America's most notable citizens rest here. Named for the 12,000-bushel grain storage building that was once next door, the historic burying ground has approximately 2,300 markers.

King's Chapel Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Founded in 1686 as Boston’s first Anglican church, King’s Chapel is home to over 330 years of history. The 1754 granite building still stands on the church’s original site: the corner of Boston’s oldest English burying ground.

Boston Latin School Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Boston Latin School, founded on April 23, 1635, is the oldest public school in America. It offered free education to boys - rich or poor - while girls attended private schools at home. Until the completion of the schoolhouse in 1645, classes were held in the home of the first headmaster, Philemon Pormont. A mosaic and a statue of former student Benjamin Franklin currently marks the location of the original schoolhouse.

Old Corner Bookstore Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Constructed in 1718, the Old Corner Bookstore is downtown Boston’s oldest commercial building and was home to the 19th-century publishing giant Ticknor and Fields, producer of many venerable American titles including Thoreau’s Walden, Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, and the Atlantic Monthly including Ward Howe's Battle Hymn of the Republic.

Old South Meeting House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair, Restrooms, Large Print, Braille, Listening Device Experience history where the Boston Tea Party began! This hall rang with words from Puritan sermons, public meetings, and the tea tax debates - visit Old South Meeting House and add your voice to history.

Old State House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Through Massacre, Revolution, and fire, the Old State House stands as the oldest surviving public building in Boston. Built in 1713, the building served as the center of civic, political, and business life.

Boston Massacre Site Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible On March 5, 1770, after months of tensions due to occupation and taxation, Bostonians and Redcoats clashed in the streets of Boston. What ended with five civilians killed by gunfire, Crispus Attucks, Samuel Gray, James Caldwell, Samuel Maverick and Patrick Carr, led to the rallying of Bostonians against the Crown and the evacuation of troops in Boston. They would not return until 1774.

Faneuil Hall Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible, Restrooms Often referred to as "the home of free speech" and the "Cradle of Liberty," Faneuil Hall hosted America's first Town Meeting. The Hall's vital role in revolutionary politics had not been part of its original plans, but it became home to an intricate collection of events that shaped the nation's history.

Paul Revere House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible, Restrooms, Large Print Built around 1680, the Paul Revere House, owned by the legendary patriot from 1770-1800, is the oldest remaining structure in downtown Boston and also the only official Freedom Trail historic site that is a home.

Old North Church North End Established in 1723, the Old North Church in the North End is Boston's oldest surviving church building and a premier Freedom Trail site. It is most famous for the April 18, 1775, "two lanterns" signal from its steeple, alerting patriots to the British march toward Lexington and Concord, signaling the start of the Revolutionary War

Copp's Hill Burying Ground North End Freedom Trail Stop Named after shoemaker William Copp, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground is the final resting place and burying ground of merchants, artisans, and craftspeople who lived in the North End.

USS Constitution Charlestown Freedom Trail Stop Launched in Boston in 1797, USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat and earned her nickname "Old Ironsides" during the War of 1812 when she fought the British frigate HMS Guerriere.

Bunker Hill Monument Charlestown Freedom Trail Stop The Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, was the first major battle of the Revolutionary War and predicted the character and outcome of the rest of the war.

Freedom Trail Downtown Freedom Trail, Popular, 1.5 hours, Wheelchair accessible The Boston Freedom Trail is a world-famous historic attraction visited by over 4 million people every year. Marked by a red brick line, it stretches through downtown Boston, leading you to 16 historically significant sites connected to the American Revolution and the founding of the United States.

Boston Common Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible Established in 1634, Boston Common is America’s oldest public park. Puritan colonists purchased the land rights to the Common’s 44 acres from the first European settler of the area, Anglican minister William Blackstone.

Freedom Trail Tours

Boston Freedom Trail Self-Guided Tour with Audio Narration & Map	Boston		from $10
Freedom Trail Walking Tour 250	Boston		from $26
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide	Boston		from $26
Guided Freedom Trail Walking Tour	Boston		from $30
Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour	Boston		from $44
Self Guided Classic Freedom Trail Location Aware (GPS) Walking Audio Tour	Boston		from $8
Boston's Food & History: North End, Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill	Boston		from $91

Restaurants near the Freedom Trail

Authentic, flavorful options with great quality and value—perfect for casual dinners, business lunches, or refueling while exploring Boston’s historic Freedom Trail. A mix of mid-price favorites and upscale dining, many with deep historical ties.

Accessibility Features

The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile outdoor route through historic areas. While much of it is navigable, some older sites have limited interior access due to their historic nature. For the most up-to-date details on specific stops, visit the official Freedom Trail website or National Park Service Boston pages.

• Generally accessible via sidewalks with curb cuts and accessible crosswalks at traffic signals
• Red-brick trail path is mostly flat but includes challenges such as cobblestone sections, bricked sidewalks, hills, and occasional uneven terrain (power wheelchair strongly recommended)
• Wheelchairs available for free single-day loan (first-come, first-served; driver's license deposit required) at Faneuil Hall Visitor Center and Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center
• Accessible alternate routes provided to avoid stairs at key points (e.g., Boston Common to State House via Park Street; Paul Revere Mall to Old North Church via Unity/Tileston/Salem Streets)
• Many historic sites offer wheelchair-accessible entrances, ramps, elevators, or ground-floor access (individual site details vary; check each site's page)
• Wheelchair-accessible restrooms available at major points including Boston Common Visitor Center, Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market (elevator access), and other visitor centers
• Assistive listening devices and large-print materials available at select sites (request in advance for sign language interpretation)
• Audio-described brochures and multi-language captioned films (e.g., at Faneuil Hall) for visitors with low vision or hearing impairments
• Service animals permitted in most government buildings and sites (restrictions apply at certain locations like Bunker Hill Monument or ships)
• Accessible on-street parking spaces near many sites; MBTA public transit (subway, bus) is largely accessible