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A desk with paper and two sets of quills frame a person in colonial wear standing in the aisle.
During the summer, the park hosts Town Meeting programs in Faneuil Hall. These interactive programs allow visitors to participate in lively debate on a topic once debated in the Great Hall. Photo: NPS Photo

Hours

See this week's hours below.

Entrance fee
The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
Phone
6172425601
Address
Boston National Historical Park, Charlestown, MA 02129

About Boston

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.

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.

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Off-Season Hours, Oct 13 to May 28, 2027: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Closed
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
  • Memorial Day, May 31: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Dorchester Heights

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

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Tuesdayunknown
Wednesdayunknown
Thursdayunknown
Fridayunknown
Saturdayunknown
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Paul Revere House

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

Monday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:15 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Winter Hours, Jan 1 to Mar 31, 2027: 10:00 AM to 4:15 PM, Closed
  • Summer Hours, Apr 15 to Oct 31, 2026: 10:00 AM to 5:15 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed

Old North Church

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

Monday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Winter, Jan 1 to Feb 28, 2027: Closed
  • Spring, Mar 1 to May 25, 2027: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM, Closed
  • Fall, Sep 3 to Dec 31, 2026: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM, Closed
  • Labor Day, Sep 7: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Years Day, Jan 1: Closed

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.

Monday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Summer, Jun 13 to Jul 31, 2027: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • Closed New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
  • Closed Independence Day, Jul 4: Closed

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.

Monday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Summer, Jun 13 to Jul 31, 2027: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed

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.

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Off-Season Hours, Oct 13 to May 28, 2027: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Closed
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
  • Presidents' Day (Washington's Birthday), Feb 15: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Memorial Day, May 31: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

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.

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Summer Hours, May 1 to Sep 1, 2027: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Closed
  • Labor Day, Sep 7: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
  • Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Jan 18: Closed

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.

Monday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Summer Hours, May 1 to Oct 31, 2026: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed

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.

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Off-season, Nov 12 to May 28, 2027: Closed
  • Memorial Day, May 31: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Getting there

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.

Weather

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

Things to do

Fishing, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.

Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Boston ↗