Things to Do in Charlestown

A Neighborhood Rich in History 

Charlestown has become a haven for young professionals, who mingle with first, second, and third-generation immigrant families to create a demographically mixed neighborhood. Alongside brick townhouses and signature triple-deckers, popular bars and restaurants now make Charlestown a destination for visitors and residents alike. It’s home to historic landmarks, including the USS Constitution or “Old Ironsides,” the Bunker Hill Monument, and the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Bunker Hill Monument and American Flag

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Top Activities in Charlestown

  • Charlestown Navy Yard
  • (617) 242-5689

Boston National Historical Park tells the story of the events that led to the American Revolution and the Navy that kept the nation strong. Visit the historic sites that make up Boston National Historical Park. Many of…

  • 1 8th Street
  • (617) 910-2616

Pedal, sip & relax on our Boston Harbor Cruises! Enjoy a 90-minute Cycleboat for individual tours and group full boat charters. Bring your own beverages & snacks, we provide ice and coolers. Our 4 boats accommodate 16…

  • 1 Pier 8, 13th Street

Located at the shores of beautiful Charlestown, Massachusetts, where our nation’s past, present, and future converge, the state-of-the-art Charlestown Marina offers a safe and comfortable harbor for all, while offering…

  • 10 Fan Pier Blvd.

Situated in the heart of Boston’s fast-growing Innovation District, only steps away from the internationally significant Financial District, as well as world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment, the new Fan Pier…

  • Charlestown Navy Yard
  • (617) 426-1812

The USS Constitution Museum serves as the memory and educational voice of USS Constitution, by collecting, preserving and interpreting the stories of "Old Ironsides." Open 7 days a week, the Museum is located directly…


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Our Free Things To Do page includes free live music and theater, outdoor festivals, tours, family activities, and more.

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Experience 4 must-see attractions and save up to 45% with Boston CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your…

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Discover 40+ top Boston attractions and save up to 50%* with Go City. Choose between a 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7-day All-Inclusive Pass and get exploring – visit the Paul Revere House, get hands-on at the Museum of Science…

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Turn Boston into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 2-3-hour city tour . Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and…