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Find your way around Boston and see behind the scenes of a fascinating city!
Find your way around Boston and see behind the scenes of a fascinating city!
Lonely Planet Boston is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Trace American history along the Freedom Trail, feel the intensity of Red Sox Nation at Fenway Park, or take an enchanting lantern-lit stroll through Beacon Hill; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Boston and begin your journey now!
“A quintessential blend of colonial history and cutting-edge innovation. From the charming cobblestones of Beacon Hill and revolutionary landmarks of the Freedom Trail, to the iconic grounds of Harvard University and Fenway Park, Boston is a treasure trove of Americana”.
“Boston is buildings from the birth of a nation”
P48: Charlestown
P55: West End & North End
P67: Beacon Hill & Boston Common
P79: Downtown & Waterfront
And perhaps one of the most iconic and historic sites in the city – The Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile, red-lined route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites — each one an authentic treasure. There are numerous meetinghouses, churches, and burying grounds along the way illustrating the rich history of the American Revolution,and its Boston beginnings.
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