Explore Charlestown

Charlestown is a storied travel and tourism destination for visitors from across the globe. Between three and four million tourists choose to visit here annually, winding their way along the brick townhouses, popular bars, restaurants and shops on Boston’s Freedom Trail between the  Bunker Hill Monument, a National Historic Landmark, and the U.S.S. Constitution, the United States Navy’s flagship.


The spark that fueled the fight for American independence burns just as brightly today and inspires our food, beer, and not-so-dirty water. Connect with our neighborhood’s rich heritage and revolutionary legacy of possibility.

Charlestown Interactive Map

Charlestown is Boston’s oldest neighborhood and is located just across the harbor from the North End. Explore Charlestown’s connectivity with the Freedom Trail and the rest of Boston.

Places to Stay

Charlestown, Boston, Cambridge, and the Greater Boston area offer a wide selection of accommodations to meet your needs and tastes. From luxury downtown properties to family and budget-friendly options, bed and breakfasts, and short-term vacation rentals, here are a few of the options located within easy access to the Bunker Hill Monument and Bunker Hill 250 events.

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Getting Here

People coming into Charlestown to attend are encouraged to use public transportation. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the Bluebikes website and information on the MBTA may be found on the MBTA website. Walking is also a great way to move around Boston.

Charlestown is accessible on the Orange Line through the Community College and Sullivan Square stations, the MBTA Ferry to the Navy Yard, and the 92 and 93 MBTA bus lines.