Walks & Trails
There are a variety of free walks and trails throughout the City of Boston.
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Walk the Freedom Trail
The Trail, marked by a red line, takes the visitor to 16 historical sites and covers two and a half centuries of America's most significant past. You can take a self-guided tour or one of the many tours available through the National Park Service.
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Explore Boston Heritage Trails
Complimentary to the Freedom Trail, Boston Heritage Trails explore the rich cultures of different groups throughout Boston's history. Tours are self-guided or conducted by tour-guide, with maps available online.
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Walk the JFK Trail
Visit some historic sites frequented by the late President John F. Kennedy. The GPS tour can be downloaded to your GPS or other mobile devices.
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Explore the Boston Sports Trail
Both die-hards and bandwagon jumpers alike can get their sports fix even on off-days by visiting stops along the Boston Sports Trail. The GPS tour can be download to your GPS or other mobile devices.
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The Rose Kennedy Greenway Walking Tour
Discover the story of Boston's newest urban park that connects people and places once divided by an elevated highway. Learn the history of the neighborhoods that once occupied this space and the present day urban planning that is knitting Boston back together. Approx. 1.5 hours, $10 per person.
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Climb Bunker Hill Monument
Climb the 294 steps to the top of the Monument for great views of Boston.
Hours: 9AM-5PM. Monument closes to climbing at 4:30PM.
Admission: Free
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Discover Boston Parks
From the Common and the Public Gardens to Franklin Park, there are plenty of green spaces to explore while in Boston.
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Take a Walk to the Sea
Boston's Walk to the Sea encompasses four centuries of Boston history. Mixing historical landmarks with Boston's skyscrapers, this walk is truly one worth taking. The Walk from summit to sea, spanning one mile and descending a hundred feet, brings that history to life.
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Self-guided iPod Tours
Let your iPod be your tour guide in these FREE audio tours of Boston.
