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Freedom Trail, Boston

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Weave your way through the city center, the birthplace of the American Revolution, and soak up some of the country’s earliest history on Freedom Trail. The 4 km (2.5 mi) brick-lined trail passes 16 historical city monuments, including museums, churches, and political sites. Begin your walk in the Boston Common, the location of the British forces' encampment during the occupation of 1775-76. Then head to the impressive Massachusetts State House, which was built shortly after the revolution and now houses state government offices. Don’t miss a chance to visit the site of the infamous Boston Massacre, or to tour the oldest house in the city, the home of Paul Revere. While most visitors choose to walk the trail freely, guided tours and audio headsets are available at the tourist center. To visit Freedom Trail on your trip to Boston, use our Boston visit planner.

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• By Cabadrin

  Even as a native, this is something you need to do every once in a while. It's worth remembering that huge chunks of American history happened right here in Boston. As a tourist, it's a very easy and....  more »

• By rizznizz

  This trail is some of the best US history you will fine in one place. Everything you see, you’ve read about in school. Amazing. The trail itself is not hard. Not too many hills and easy to follow...  more »

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