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Boston National Historical Park
Getting Around
Boston is a walking city and most historic sites are within a short walk to one another. The Freedom Trail, a red brick line along the sidewalk, connects most of the sites in the park. Points of interest, hotels and retail areas are accessible on foot or by the MBTA subway (T). Water transportation runs frequently between downtown Boston (Long Wharf) and the Charlestown Navy Yard. Limited visitor parking is located at the Charlestown Navy Yard. Several commercial parking garages are located in downtown Boston near the Freedom Trail sites and in the Charlestown Navy Yard.
Old North Church Steeple  

Did You Know?
Did you know that Old North Church's steeple has been replaced twice since the display of the signal lanterns on April 18, 1775? In neither case was the downfall caused by revolution, but by a mighty wind, a nameless storm of October, 1804, and Hurricane Carol, August, 1954.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST