If you are planning to travel to Boston Massachusetts there is a wealth of attractions to visit that are of historical significance.
The Freedom Trail : Three miles in length, the Freedom Train is one of the most popular walking tours in the United States. Marked ny pavement inserts and painted red lines, the trail is simple to follow if you go for the unguided tour. Park Rangers operate 90 minute tours should you choose the guided tour option. Of interest along the trail are the site of the Boston Massacre, the USS Constitution, the home Paul Revere lived in and the site of the Boston Massacre.
The USS Constitution : The Constitution, which did not lose a battle, is the oldest existing commissioned warship. Self guided tours are available to the public. While you are there plan to visit the USS Cassin Young World War II destroyer, handily located at an adjacent pier.
Museum of Fine Arts : At the Museum of Fine Arts you will find restaurants, gift shops, assorted art galleries as well as concerts and special exhibits. Located one mile west of Boston's Copley Square in the Fenway area, the Museum of Fine Arts is accessed easily by using public transportation. There is too much to see in a single visit so plan a second visit if possible.
Paul Revere House : Built in 1680, Paul Revere House is downtown Boston's oldest house. You will find 17th and 18th century furnishings and assorted memorabilia inside this restored home. Paul Revere owned this home for three decades, from 1770 to 1800.
Old State House : Currently used as a history museum, this is the Boston's oldest public building, having been built in 1713. The Old State House looks over the site of the Boston Massacre, marked by a cobblestone circle. In 1776 the balcony served as the location for the first reading of the Declaration of Independence in Boston.
Franklin Park Zoo : Founded in 1911, the recently renovated Franklin Park Zoo is located on a 72 acre site. Featured exhibits include Giraffe Savannah, the Bongo Congo, Australian Outback, Western Lowland Gorillas and the Franklin Farm where visitors can get up close and actually pet the sheep and goats.
New England Aquarium : Featuring a 200,000 gallon tank aptly named the Giant Ocean Tank, the New England Aquarium's centerpiece is surrounded by a 4 story high ramp. The Giant Ocean Tank is home to many species including stingrays, sharks, barracudas, huge turtles as well as a Caribbean coral reef replica.
Bunker Hill Monument : Commemorating the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill is a tall granite obelisk. If you are feeling energetic you can climb the 294 stairs to the top of the obelisk to take in a panoramic of Boston. Musket firing demonstrations are put on during the summer months.
Faneuil Hall : Given to the city by Peter Faneuil, Faneuil Hall was originally built back in 1742. During their occupation of the city, British officers used it as a theater. In the Hall you will find paintings of notable battles and a military museum. Historical talks are given by Park Service Rangers.
Museum of Afro-American History : Called the oldest standing African-American church building in the United States, the museum features the African Meeting House, dedicated in the 1806. Changing exhibits are displayed in the gallery and guided tours are available to visitors.
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