Physical Address:

Boston National Historical Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

Mailing Address:

Boston National Historical Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

contact-details

  • Phone Number: 6172425601 Voice

  • Email Address: bost_rangers@nps.gov

  • Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes

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.

park designation:National Historical Park

Directions:

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.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions


Operating Hours:

Bunker Hill Monument

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.

Exceptions:
  • Summer Hours (May 23, 2026 - September 30, 2026)
  • Memorial Day (May 25, 2026 - May 25, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

Dorchester Heights

Dorchester Heights marks the site of George Washington's first Revolutionary War victory. The park grounds are open to the public daily.

Paul Revere House

The Paul Revere House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.

Exceptions:
  • Winter Hours (January 1, 2027 - March 31, 2027)
  • Summer Hours (April 15, 2026 - October 31, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026 - December 24, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

Old North Church

Old North is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Old North Illuminated.

Exceptions:
  • Winter (January 1, 2027 - February 28, 2027)
  • Spring (March 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026)
  • Fall (September 3, 2026 - December 31, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026 - December 24, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31, 2026 - December 31, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

Old State House

The Old State House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Revolutionary Spaces. For more visitor information, please visit the Revolutionary Spaces website.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026 - December 24, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

Old South Meeting House

The Old South Meeting House is a Boston National Historical Park partner site operated by Revolutionary Spaces. For more visitor information, please visit the Revolutionary Spaces website.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026 - December 24, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

The Great Hall of Faneuil Hall

The Great Hall is operated as a historic site by the National Park Service in partnership with the City of Boston. Faneuil Hall is owned and managed by the City of Boston. The Great Hall is closed to public visitation when City-permitted events are scheduled. Visitors can find maps and other visiting materials in the Great Hall.

Exceptions:
  • Memorial Day (May 25, 2026 - May 25, 2026)
  • Winter Hours (September 29, 2025 - May 25, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)
  • Presidents' Day (Washington's Birthday) (February 15, 2027 - February 15, 2027)

USS Constitution

USS CONSTITUTION is the oldest commissioned ship in the United States Navy. Naval officers and crew still serve aboard the ship. The Navy operates the ship as a historic site in cooperation with the National Park Service.

Exceptions:
  • Summer Hours (May 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026)
  • Labor Day (September 7, 2026 - September 7, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)
  • Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday (January 18, 2027 - January 18, 2027)

USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the stories of "Old Ironsides." The museum is a partner of Boston National Historical Park located in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Exceptions:
  • Summer Hours (May 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026 - November 26, 2026)
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026 - December 24, 2026)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2026 - December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027)

USS Cassin Young

USS CASSIN YOUNG is a Fletcher Class destroyer docked in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Park staff operate the ship seasonally. Weather conditions may alter hours without advanced notice.

Exceptions:
  • Off-season (October 1, 2026 - May 22, 2027)

Weather Information:

Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days. Wear comfortable sportswear in season, with comfortable walking shoes.


Activities
Fishing
Fishing

Guided Tours
Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Junior Ranger Program
Junior Ranger Program

Museum Exhibits
Museum Exhibits