Freedom Trail
East Coast · 3-5 hours
About Freedom Trail
This 2.5-mile walking trail through downtown Boston connects 16 historically significant sites from the American Revolution, including Paul Revere's House, the Old North Church, and the site of the Boston Massacre. Marked by a red brick line embedded in the sidewalk, the Freedom Trail brings American history to life with every step.
Highlights
- Paul Revere's House
- Old North Church
- Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
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