About Boston National Historical Park
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.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days. Wear comfortable sportswear in season, with comfortable walking shoes.
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: Massachusetts. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Operating Hours
Only 25 people are allowed in the Monument at a time. Last climb is 30 minutes before closure. Be advised: The Monument may close for climbing due to weather conditions and/or other safety considerations.
Activities
Current Alerts
USS CASSIN YOUNG is currently closed due to maintenance work on Pier One in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Work is continuing through September. The ship is tentatively scheduled to re-open to the public in October.
USS CASSIN YOUNG is currently closed due to maintenance work on Pier One in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Work is continuing through September. The ship is tentatively scheduled to re-open to the public in October.
Getting There
Visitor Centers are located at Historic Faneuil Hall, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq, and the Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 5. The Bunker Hill Museum is located at 43 Monument Square, Charlestown. Go to the Directions page for more detailed information.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Charlestown Navy Yard: Tour USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793)
Explore above and below the main deck of USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793), a Fletcher-class Destroyer that served in the…
Join a Historic Town Meeting at Faneuil Hall
Join National Parks of Boston Rangers as we recreate historic town meetings.
Visit Historic Faneuil Hall
Visit the Historic Cradle of Liberty's marketplace, Visitor Center, Great Hall, and Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company.
Walk the Black Heritage Trail®
Join a Park Ranger from the National Parks of Boston on a Black Heritage Trail® Tour to learn about the…
The Freedom Trail: Enemies to this Country Guided Tour
Join a park ranger for a free 75 minute walking tour and decide who the real "Enemies to This Country"…
Become a Bark Ranger
Bring your furry friend to the National Parks of Boston and take the B.A.R.K. Ranger pledge to become a Bark…
More Things to Do
Additional activities and experiences from the National Park Service.
History at Sunset Walking Tours
Join a Park Ranger for a special guided tour exploring Boston's rich history as a city of revolutions.
The Clough House at Old North Church & Historic Site
Visit one of Boston's oldest surviving brick residences, the Clough House at Old North Church and Historic Site. The Clough House is…
Visit Bunker Hill
Visit Bunker Hill to climb the Monument, explore the Museum, and learn about the history of the battle from a ranger.
Bunker Hill: Muskets, Men, and Liberty
Listen to a ranger dressed in period clothing discuss why three men from different backgrounds fought in the battle. The program concludes…
Old North Church: Prince's Pet Pursuit Family Activity
Explore Old North through a scavenger hunt narrated by Prince, the friendly North End cat who used to frequent the church.
Old North Church: Crypt Tour
Take a self-guided tour of Old North’s historic crypt, where 1,100 people were laid to rest.
Learn about Boston's "Wicked" High Tides
Learn about Boston's coastlines and King tides by taking the High Tide Trail audio tour or joining a high tide program hosted…
Charlestown Navy Yard: Dive into The History of the Yard at the Visitor Center's Exhibits
Walk through the exhibits of the Navy Yard's Visitor Center to learn about the history of the Yard and the ingenuity of…
Old North Church: Audio Tour
Discover Old North’s secrets and stories with a brand-new audio tour! Available in English or Spanish, the tour weaves together the story…
Walk the Freedom Trail
Originally conceptualized in the 1950s, the Freedom Trail® is an iconic symbol of Boston. Its red brick line snakes through some of…
National Parks of Boston: Find Your Park Anywhere
Find your park anywhere, from your home to your backyard, with activities spanning the National Parks of Boston.
Explore Boston with a Free Audio Tour
Explore Downtown Boston, Beacon Hill, and Charlestown with a self-guided audio tour!
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Visitor Centers
Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center
Located in Building 5 of the Charlestown Navy Yard, this Visitor Center features exhibits and a short film about the work and workers of the…
Faneuil Hall Visitor Center
Located in the heart of downtown on the market floor of the historic 1742 building, the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center is the main visitor center…
Bunker Hill Museum
The park's main exhibits are at the Bunker Hill Museum. Located across the street from the Monument grounds, the exhibits are housed in the old…
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
These cities are ordered by straight-line distance from the NPS reference coordinate. They are comparison starting points, not official park gateways or road-distance estimates. Trails and other distributed units may extend far beyond this reference point.
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