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8.30 AM: Departure from Northeastern University
Mode of Travel: MBTA Orange Line (budget-friendly option). Click on MBTA Route for detailed information.
Direction: Take the Orange Line from Ruggles Station to reach Downtown Crossing
Travel Time: Around 15 minutes
Cost: Approx. $2.40
9.00 AM: Reach Boston Common and Start the Freedom Trail
Route GuideLocation: Boston Common, Tremont Street
Top Highlights: An iconic 2.5-mile trail covered with red bricks.
Boston Common is the starting point of the Freedom Trail. Reach out to the Boston Common Visitor Information Centre to kickstart. This trial is significant because it connects 16 historic significant places related to the American Revolution.
Cost: Free to walk, but guided tours are a bit on the pricier side which are mentioned below.
Freedom Trails Foundation Tour: vary b/w $15 to $25
Private Tours: It can cost you around $40 to $50.
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
9.30 AM: Head towards Massachusetts State House
Location: Beacon Hill, 24 Beacon Street
Direction: 5-minute walk from Boston Common.
Top Highlights:
Massachusetts State House is one of the wonders of Federal-style architecture. The real essence of this place is the presence of the 23-karat golden dome.
Here you will get to enjoy the rich historic Artifacts, Portraits, Hall of Flags, and the top highlight of this place includes the “Sacred Cod”, a wooden fish that symbolizes the historical fishing industry.
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Cost: Free Guided Tours
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Pro Tip: This place functions between Monday to Friday and is closed on weekends and public holidays.
10.00 AM: Park Street Church and Granary Burying Ground
Location: Corner of Tremont and Park Street, near Boston Common.
Direction: 5-minute walk down Tremont Street
Top Highlights:
Park Street Church is often recognized as the hub of Socio-religious reform movements.
Here you will get to educate yourself about the 19th century Federal-Style Architecture which features a Tall white steeple along with beautiful white walls and tall windows.
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Cost: Free of cost
Pro Tips: Donations are encouraged.
Granary Burying Ground
Location: Tremont Street, a 2-minute walk from the Park Street Church
Top Highlights: This place is popularly recognized as the third-oldest cemetery in Boston. It holds the honor of cradling the final resting places of prominent figures of the American Revolution like- Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, John Hancock, and James Otis. The notable feature is the Benjamin Franklin’s parent's obelisk.
The Gravestones enjoy the Intricate carvings on them along with Epitaphs which take you back to the time when customs of the colonial era were followed.
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Cost: Free of cost.
Guided Tours may cost around $10-$15(per head)
11.00 AM: Advance toward King's Chapel
Location: 58 Tremont Street,
Direction: 2-3 minutes of walk from Granary Burying Ground
Top Highlights: It is one of the oldest churches in Boston.
Here you will witness the Georgian style architecture with a prominent Bell Tower. Another notable feature is the Burying Ground, located next to the church, which is the house of some ancient souls.
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Recommended Time: It usually ends within 30 minutes but if you are taking guided tours then the time may range between 30 to 40 minutes.
Cost: Free of Cost
Pro Tip: Feel Free to Donate.
11.30 AM: Arrive at Old South Meeting House
Location: 310 Washington Street, Boston.
Direction: It's a 5-minute walk from the King’s Chapel.
Top Highlights:
Have you heard of the Boston Tea Party? This is the place responsible for organizing it.
Here you will get to see the Puritan Meeting House Style, a red brick building with high ceilings, tall windows, and an overwhelming space.
At present this place functions as a museum showcasing the popular artifacts (Tea Crate) from the Boston Tea Party.
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Cost: Approx. $ 8 to $13
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to carry your college ID to enjoy a discounted price.
Noon : Reach at Old State House
Location: 206 Washington St, Boston
Direction: Just a 5-minute walk from Old South Meeting House
Top Highlights:
This museum is one of the oldest buildings in America which hosts a huge collection of artifacts of the Boston Massacre. Portraits of John Adams along with Samuel Adams, key figures of that time. Roleplaying activities, Virtual Tour, Museum Stores, and Audio Tours are the big hits.
Learn more about this place here!
Recommended Time: 30 minutes
Cost: Around $10
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to carry your college ID to enjoy a discounted price.
12.30 PM: Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market are located right next to each other. Therefore, try to cover First place followed by the other and head for lunch.
Faneuil Hall
Location: 4 S Market St
Direction: It’s a 5-minute walk from the Old State House
Top Highlights:
Referred to as the “Cradle of Liberty”, is the home of the Faneuil Hall Museum, which focuses on Boston’s rich history. Great Hall, used for public meetings. Quincy Market, just next to Faneuil Hall is famous for its vibrant marketplace. This place is the best example of Greek Revival architecture.
Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Cost: Free of cost; but guided tours may cost around $10 to$20
Quincy Markey Food Court
After a long day, hop on to Quincy Market Food Court to enjoy a hearty meal. Take a short walk from Faneuil Hall and you will reach in the snap of your finger.
Recommended Dishes: Sushi, Falafel along with Pizza and sandwiches.
Cost: Around $15 to $20
Recommended Time: Around 30-40 minutes
1.40 PM: Paul Revere House
Location: 19 North Square, North End
Direction: It’s a 10-minute walk from Faneuil Hall to North End.
Top Highlights:
This place was once a residence of Paul Revere, in the 17th century. This house now operates as a museum showcasing the lifestyle of that time. Gain insight into Paul Revere’s “Midnight Ride”, the American Revolution, and different artifacts of that time.
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Recommended Time: Around 30 minutes
Cost: Around $6 to $8
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to carry your college ID to enjoy a discounted price.
2.15 PM: Arrive at Old North Church
Location: 193 Salem St, North End
Direction: Just a 5-minute walk away from Paul Revere House
Top Highlights:
Its notable features are the original Pew Boxes where once prominent families sat, Signal Lanterns, Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride, Bell Tower, and historic Crypt.
Recommended Time: 30 minutes
Cost: $5 to $8
2.30 PM: Head towards Copp's Hill Burying Ground
Recommended Time: About 20 minutes
Cost: Free of Cost
3.00 PM: Charlestown Navy Yard and USS Constitution
Location: Charlestown, Boston
Direction: Take the quick ride via MBTA or walk for around 20 minutes across Charlestown Bridge.
Top highlights: This site is part of the Boston National Historical Park. Get an insight into the United States Navy’s history. Visit a historic granite dry dock- Dry Dock 1. Also, get a chance to witness original tools and devices for shipbuilding.
The USS Constitution
The USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship in the world. Get a ship Tour and learn about the early lives of the Navy crew.
Recommended Time: 1 hour
Cost: Free of Cost
Pro Tip: USS Constitution is generally open between Wednesday to Sunday, hence it's recommended to check before your visit.
4.00 PM: Visit Bunker Hill Monument
Location: Monument Square, Charlestown
Direction: A 10-minute walk from Charlestown Navy Yard.
Top Highlights:
It’s a historic granite Obelisk, which is 221 feet tall. A Spiral Staircase runs inside the monument leading to the top showcasing the panoramic views of Boston. Bunker Hill Lodge sits at the base of this monument which provides additional information about the battle of Bunker Hill. Bunker Hill Museum: located across the street exhibits numerous artifacts about wartime.
Recommended Time: About 30 minutes
Cost: Free of cost
5.00 PM: Return to University
Mode of Travel: Take the Orange line from Community College Station to reach Ruggles Station. From Ruggles Station, it’s a 5–10-minute walk up to Northeastern University.
Cost: Approx. $2.40
Trip Summary
- 8.30 AM: Departure from Northeastern University
- 9.00 AM: Reach Boston Common and Start the Freedom Trail
- 9.30 AM: Head towards Massachusetts State House
- 10.00 AM: Park Street Church and Granary Burying Ground
- 11.00 AM: Advance toward King's Chapel
- 11.30 AM: Arrive at Old South Meeting House
- Noon : Reach at Old State House
- 12.30 PM: Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
- 1.40 PM: Paul Revere House
- 2.15 PM: Arrive at Old North Church
- 2.30 PM: Head towards Copp's Hill Burying Ground
- 3.00 PM: Charlestown Navy Yard and USS Constitution
- 4.00 PM: Visit Bunker Hill Monument
- 5.00 PM: Return to University