Bunker Hill Monument is where Freedom Trail end or it's close to end if you have USS Constitution like we did. So, it's rewarding to see the tall Monument once you walk and cross the bridge to Charlestown. The Monument was built 50 years to commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill when the New England soldiers fought and own over the British army. It is a peaceful site and area, with nice benches where you can rest and enjoy the surroundings. I check out the interior - a room with some memorabilia and historic facts to take in. I didn't go all the way up, we were tired of walking all the Freedom Trail by that point and needed to save our energy to finish it. But that would be a cool thing to do and see the views. Going up to the monument makes you discover a nice area of Boston and the monument guides it toward it. If you finish Freedom Trail here, cheers to your accomplishment of walking one of the most interesting historic paths in the country! read more

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If you start your walk on the Freedom Trail in Boston Common, this will be near the end. In fact, the hill climb and the majestic sight of the obelisk was basically the end of my walk because I didn't need to see the USS Constitution. A boat is a boat. Besides, Jamie W and I had walked enough, and it was time for a cannoli break anyway. While it was free of charge to explore the informative exhibit at the base, we didn't climb the 294 steps to the top. What, do I look like a show-off? We did take advantage of the misting machine outside, which moistened us appropriately during a heat wave. To us, that was the true finale of the Freedom Trail. RELATED - Exploring Boston? Here's my collection of places l've tried and reviewed: https://yelp.to/57pful0bhV read more

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The last stop on the freedom trail this a great historic national park. A towering monument with stairs going up to it. There is also a cooling mist on the side of the monument. There is plenty of the room in the park to have a picnic or just enjoy the peach and solitude of a park in the middle of a neighborhood. Didn't have time to go the top of the monument, but there is still plenty to look at around the monument itself. Its a fun educational experience, and dare I say must see experience in Boston. read more

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Every time I'm in Boston I visit this monument. Love the rich history of the United States, so this spot is significant. I also love traveling by foot, hitting all of the landmarks. What makes this one unique is the spiral staircase leading to the top. The view from up there is really great. Definitely worth the exercise. read more

Save some energy for this. You climb stairs to get to the monument, and then there are about 300 stairs to the top of the monument. There is a nice little museum at the bottom of the monument. The only bad news is that there is no bathroom at the monument. Great view, though. Put this one on your bucket list. read more

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Be very mindful of their hours. Unfortunately we went on a weekday that the museum wasn't open. It was very strange to see so many local people lying out on the hill where this battle took place. lol. We still learned a lot and made a trip to Warren Tavern after. The American patriots were defeated at the Battle of Bunker Hill, but they proved they could hold their own against the superior British Army. The Battle of Bunker Hill was the first major battle of the American Revolution, taking place on June 17, 1775, in Charlestown, MA. The battle was fought between the British Crown and New England forces, and lasted about 2 hours. The battle is named after Bunker Hill, the highest hill, but most of the fighting took place on Breed's Hill. Led by Gen. William Howe, King George's troops climb Breed's Hill in perfect battle formation. Legend has it that as they advance, American officer William Prescott cautions his men not to waste their powder, exclaiming "don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes." The British attacked up the hill 3 times, but retreated twice before finally forcing the Americans to surrender due to a lack of gunpowder. Although the British won the battle, their troops count 282 dead and another 800 wounded. read more

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This historical attraction is FREE. With almost 300 steps up the monument, there are great views once you reach the top. Unless you're an athletic person, be prepared for sore legs a couple days afterwards. read more

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Nice colonial style and cobblestone walk up streets. It is a hike from the MBTA about 15 minutes walk. It was hot. 294 steps to walk up the monument. There was a misting station and there were grassy and tree/shaded area where you can rest. Cute surrounding neighborhoods. read more

Full Disclosure: Wear good walking shoes and be prepared for a big hill to climb. Walking the Freedom Trail isn't for the weak. If you do make it this far (and aren't starting here) it might be your toughest battle yet. read more

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This is a must visit. Both the Monument and the Museum. I strongly urge that you do it on foot, following the Freedom Trail. Save it towards the end when you are tired. It will allow you to really grasp the strategic significance of the battle and why this spot was so significant. Tour the Museum first and spend some time at the diorama to get oriented and understand what you will see across the street. The Monument is very impressive on the inside. Walk the grounds and enjoy the views. THEN, why this was where a major engagement took place will make strategic and tactical sense. Although the British forces managed to defeat the rebellious colonists within the hastily dug in positions on the 3rd try when the colonists were out of shot and powder, the British losses were significant and forced the British to leave Boston to refit. As leave the Hill, RIDE back and enjoy a meal with beverages in honor of those that gave their lives. read more

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can be underwhelming to some and i get it; which is why i was fine with seeing her from afar HAHAHA lov how these buildings are built and still kept clean! read more

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PROS: This monument was amazing. nice landscaping, very clean, tiny display of stuff inside the building 10 feet away from it, it's free, and staff is friendly. At the top there's a defibrillator, air vents for a/c, and security cameras for your safety CONS: This has no elevator so it requires you to climb 295 steps. They allow 20 people in at a time which the top room will get cramped OVERALL: I highly recommend you seeing the monument and climbing it if you're able to do so. read more

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Great park! It is the start or end of the freedom channel and this adds to its appeal. This review is more so a review of the whole freedom trail ha ha. So the bunker hill monument is very impressive considering the times that it was built. It's just like the Washington monument in DC. My girlfriend and I visited this around October 2023. I guess it was under maintenance because there was a ton of scaffolding surrounding it. It's found in a great open space with Adirondack chairs. Very quiet. Nice place to spend a warm morning. read more

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A beautiful view of the city that costs $0?? Didn't have to tell me anything else. You have to climb 294 steps that I would say was hard but you could also get through it pretty quickly. Just make sure to take rests when you need. Worth the climb! read more

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Under construction/restoration right now. Beautiful area for a great monument. Houses around monument are also beautiful. Lots of people decorating for Halloween read more

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Bunker Hill Monument is on the closer side to the USS Constitution and I would suggest doing all this at the same time so you don't backtrack. During the time that I came here, I wasn't able to walk the steps which were kind of a bummer but understandable since we are in Covid times. But you can look at the monument and also there is a guy that speaks about the history of this place. He was very good at his storytelling and any people were sitting and listening to him. The place itself has houses around it and it just feels nice and safe. Overall I have to say I fell in love with Boston when I was at Bunker Hill. The sunlight just made everything look so picture-perfect. It is quiet and people were so friendly here! This is still a good place to come and take a photo at. read more

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By a miracle, we found street parking right by the front of the monument and across from the museum. On a clear sky August day, it is HOT up there and space in the shade is limited. There are benches around the monument, as well as informational signs giving an explanation of the Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill. The museum across the street is a must stop. It provides more historical information, and a lovely gift shop! read more

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We went here on the anniversary of the battle at the request of my father in law. This location is legendary in the way that Paul Reveres rode is, thanks to some 1800s PR. The grounds are open all the time and there are QR codes to scan with a very informative audio tour. The monument itself and the museum have more limited hours but worth visiting, especially for the free price tag. There were artifacts on the battle and insight into leaders and every day people who were affected by the battle. A good visit for someone interested in history. read more

This was the final stop for us. After climbing the stairs to get to it the others decided to go to the top of monument. I was exhausted so I decided to sit it out. At the time we went it was free but a little wait to get in. The person in charge of line control was only letting in as many as six to ten at a time. You had to wait till they left to go in. We also went to the museum which was across the street. Yes we needed the bathroom. Then while waiting we took a stroll through the store. It's very small but it had some stuff. I picked up the freedom set and a magnet for $20.00. read more

The Bunker Hill Monument is one of the furthest stops away from downtown on the Freedom Trail, but worth the walk. This is the site of the first major battle of the Revolutionary War, Bunker Hill. The Monument sits on the middle of the grassy area and there is a short walking path around the edges. You are able to go up into the monument, but be warned there is no elevator. You need to walk up 294 stairs in a tight space. It is really neat at the top but the windows are really scratched and misty so some parts are hard to see out of. It is also a very small space up there so they only allow 20 people at a time. If it is busy you may end up waiting for a while. read more

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That's a cool monument that we saw while we were in Boston walking around seeing all the scenery just enjoying life and really get a check out Boston. I was really pleased by everything the bus and head to offer is very clean and friendly and easy to get around. So this is one of the first things we saw was the Bunker Hill monument it's very large took a lot of good photos this is an overall good experience read more

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It was nice that you can actually get up on the very top. It's 294 steps, which is not very much. The view is nice, though some of the windows are not very clear to look through. read more

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This park is the end of the freedom trail, and it's a really nice monument. Honoring one of the first major battles of the Revolutionary War, it's so cool to take a step back into history. The entire freedom trail is a must for anyone visiting Boston. The monument sits up on a hill and it was extremely windy (and cold) when we went, but worth it. There are some signs where you can read a little about the history. During COVID the tower is closed, but in normal times you can climb up and it offers some nice views. It's tight quarters and anyone with difficulty breathing shouldn't try to climb it according to warning signs. read more

If someone gives less than five stars to a national Monument, I'd be very confused, like, what negative thing could you possibly have to say about a national monument? LOL I went during the government shut down (boo), but it was still beautiful from the outside. The lawn and scenery surrounding Bunkerhill Monument looks so beautiful and it's such a nice area to take pictures. This area is in a residential neighborhood, that I'm sure is very expensive but looks like a nice neighborhood to walk around. If you aren't planning on going into the monument, you should be done here within 10mins. It doesn't take up much space and there isn't anything to do other than read the plaques and take pictures. read more

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Informative and so historically significant, how can you not give a five star review? Yes, visit! read more

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Great piece of Boston history. Definitely worth the trek to the top. Just watch your head on that last step. The air is thin up top and it's a small space. I went in the fall (mid October) but I can see this place getting super hot in the summer and it would be miserable up there with a bunch of people. Loved the experience. read more

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I really wish that the Monument was open later. We got here at around 7pm and it was still very full daylight. With the skies as clear as they were, the view from the top must have been amazing. Oh, well. National Historic Site, there's still quite a lot to explore even after closing time. Lots of captions and signage to help you get an understanding of Bunker Hill, even if much of the battle took place at nearby Breed's Hill. While the Colonists did not win the battle, they inflicted significant damage on the British forces. As said by Brigadier General Nathaniel Green, "I wish we could sell them another hill at the same price." read more

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know the history related to this monument... It was erected in commemoration of the Bunker Hill Battle. The battle was fought on June 17, 1775. It was one of the first major engagements between British soldiers and American patriots during the Revolutionary War. The walk from the USS Constitution up through the surrounding neighborhood was beautiful. The monument is a hollow granite tower with a staircase on the interior. At 294 steps to the top, I have to say I was a bit disappointed to be met with a small room with a few small windows overlooking the city. The spiraling staircase was a little scary at moments because, after a while, they start to Narrow and kinda scary. Skip it if you're claustrophobic or if breathing isn't your forte. space is small and the views out over the area are not eye-popping by any means. We're glad we climbed to the top, but it may not be worth it to everyone. The guy at the information desk was super nice and gave us more info on our next stop, the USS Constitution, and told us about the tour times and ferry information. I guess it the end of freedom trail which starts from Boston Common. read more

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Bunker Hill Monument was my favorite sight to see along the self guided Freedom Trail Walking Tour of the city of Boston. Btw, the Freedom Trail Walking Tour is a fantastic way to discover Boston, including all of the major historical attractions....all by following red cement bricks embedded into the sidewalk. I highly recommend the Freedom Trail! Back to Bunker Hill Monument....it's located towards the end of the Freedom Trail Walk, actually, it's the last stop along the 16 stop trail. It stands alone, in a quiet section of historic Charlestown. You can take plenty of unimpeded photos outside the monument as it sort of reminded me of quintessential Washington Monument in DC...a statuesque landmark in a quiet part of town. You can go inside Bunker Hill Monument for free and climb the stairs to the top to get a picturesque view of the skyline of Charlestown and beyond. There is no elevator, but the climb is 294 stairs and in my opinion, worth the trek. When I came here during a random weekday over the summer time, it wasn't crowded. I was able to start my climb up the steps without issues or being interrupted by tourists. Though...before coming here, I did read that you need to obtain a climbing pass from the Bunker Hill Museum at the base of the hill at 43 Monument Square. The passes are free and are offered on a first come, first served basis. During my experience, I skipped getting a pass and headed up the stairs without being stopped or checked for a ticket. I can imagine when visitation is busy, then yeah, you need to obtain the climbing pass. I guess I just got lucky during my visit! Bunker Hill Monument is open to climb and explore 9am - 4:30pm daily. A couple more points I'd like to mention..... As you climb, there are markings along the steps indicating how many stairs you have scaled to the top. For example, every 50 steps, it said 100, 150, 200....all the way to 294. This was helpful as you knew how far along and when the hike ended. At the summit, unfortunately, as you may expect, it is a tight space and it's not open aired. It's enclosed by glass windows. Some of the windows were fairly scratched which made for mediocre photos from high above. I actually appreciated the views and took better photography from the Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Tower. Regardless, hiking the steps still made for a worthwhile opportunity. I spent 15-20 minutes at the top before heading back down. Overall, I very much enjoyed my time and visit to Bunker Hill Monument. I didn't mind climbing the stairs to the top and it wasn't too taxing for myself, even after walking the entire Freedom Trail Tour just to get here. I'd recommend to everyone to walk around the Monument from the outside, take some good photos (especially on sunny days when it makes for memorable pictures, lol) and get inside and climb those 294 steps to the pinnacle! read more

It was a nice place to visit and free. The ground was well maintained. View from the top was pretty nice. The staff was really nice and willing to answer any questions. There are free street parking in the area. read more

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I bet the view on top is nice but it is not stroller friendly. Monument looks like the same as one in washington dc read more

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We decided to go into Boston via Uber which was about a 1/2 drive from Braintree, MA. We started our tour of Boston with visiting Bunker Hill (AKA: Breed's Hill) located near the legendary Freedom Trail which is like a 3 hour walking tour of significant Boston historical sites. Unfortunately we could not get into the monument itself, it was closed. I understand there are stairs, about 250, to the top of the monument. The monument resembles a smaller scale Washington Monument. The musuem was also closed. The site itself is historically significant to Revolutionary War buffs since it was a major battle during the Revolutionary War. read more

This monument erected in commemoration to one of the great battles in the American Revolution, it is a must see for anyone interested in American history. It is a US National Park, and the park rangers are actually very helpful and actually take the time to give you a history of the battle and on the creation of the monument. Most of the things to do take place at the bottom of the monument. There are displays and maps of the battle. You can also, if your feeling up to it, decide to climb the tower of the monument. It is 294 steps up and another 294 down. There is no elevator up. There is a huge warning sign saying that those who have breathing or heart issues should not attempt to ascend. My brother and I both decided to show how manly and awesome we are by going up. He gave up after 1/3 of the way up and walked down. I decided to keep going. It wasn't easy, a big part of that reason was that the tower significantly narrows as you reach the top. I have a slight issue with claustrophobia. I do not like very enclosed spaces and there should have been a warning about it. I still kept going and reached the top. After taking a breathe, I took pictures from the top of the monument. It gives some good views! I went down and then joined my family. Honestly I was sore for the next hour, so if your not fit... you may want to skip the tower climb too! This was one of the things recently that made me decide to start exercising regularly again. Definitely check this monument out! read more

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My next stop after Quincy market coz I wanted a good exercise after eating the lobster roll. The Bunker Hill Monument was erected to commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill, which was among the first major battles between British and Patriot forces in the American Revolutionary War.There is a office right across the street with few exhibits and you can collect your free ticket to go on top of the tower. There are 294 steps to the top and the stairs are very narrow so you have to be lil cautious. Not great views coz the top is closed . They have small windows to see around.Good amount of grass to relax and do yoga. The neighborhood is beautiful with great houses. read more

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This was a nice hike up the hill to Bunker Hill from the USS constitution. This is a tourist attraction so there will be a lot of tourists. You can also purchase a ticket to climb to the top of the monument if you choose to. read more

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I was in Boston for a short stay and had just enough time to do a few things. I was glad I decided to visit the Bunker Hill Monument. It's a historical location that you should definitely visit if you're in the area. I chose to do the Bunker Hill Monument after visiting the Boston Tea Party Museum and taking a boat ferry for just a few dollars which was beautiful! From the ferry I was able to take so many beautiful photos of the harbor. The ferry stopped right near the USS Constitution which was great! I was able to visit that and the Bunker Hill Monument was just a short walk from there. It was a great ending to my evening. read more

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Come here to get your history while also getting your workout in! There's several National Parks workers here to help you and it doesn't cost anything to get in. If you want to climb, you may want to verify first, as a friend has encountered it closed before. I just went and climbed up the 294 steps. Luckily there was an ice cream truck with water parked down the street at the small park! Of course, the views are amazing and make the climb well worth it! read more

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One of the important historical sites you'll find as you travel The Freedom Trail in Boston. The area around the monument is nicely cared for and landscaped. A nice spot to stop for a few photos. The monument can be climbed to view the top and the view from the top. There are 294 narrow steps to the top. The width of the staircase really only accommodates one person so it's necessary to stop several times on the way down to allow room for people traveling to the top. On a hot day this is not a fun climb as there are only a few windows that allow any air inside the staircase. It's also just enough stairs to make walking painful for several days following the climb. At the top there isn't much room, just enough space to grab a few photos and keep moving, all the way back down the 294 steps. read more

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The Bunker Hill Monument is a 221 foot tall obelisk that marks the end of Bostons Freedom Trail and the beginning of the American Revolution. The soil that the Bunker Hill Monument stands on is hollowed ground. Here the American Colonists fought the British soldiers on June 17, 1775. This was an intense battle with a lot of casualties. "Don't fire til you see the whites in their eyes," symbolizes the intensity of the Colonist soldiers. We would loose this battle. We'd win several more and become the United States of America. After becoming the United States of America, on this very ground where the majority of the first battle of the American Revolution was fought, soldiers who fought Patriots formulated the plan to build a monument to remember the heros. In 1843, the Bunker Hill Monument was built. On my last day in Boston, we walked the Freedom Trail from the Charlestown Bridge to the Bunker Hill Monument then to the Old State House. The Bunker Hill Monument is the northernmost point of the Freedom Trail. When you walk it from Boston Commons it is the end of the trail and if you walk it toward Boston Commons it is the beginning. The interesting fact about the Bunker Hill Monument is that it really is Breed's Hill. This is where the majority of the battle took place. There are so many more interesting facts I am sure in the new Bunker Hill Museum across the street. In my recommendation, it is highly advised to visit the Bunker Hill Monument as part of touring the Freedom Trail. As soon as we crossed Causeway Street and headed into the Charlestown Bridge walkway which overlaps the Freedom Trail over the Charlestown River the anticipation began. From the railing of the bridge I'd take in the Bunker Hill Monument rising above the Charlestown shoreline. Past the bridge we were in a quiet residential community of Boston called Charlestown. The brick walkway of the Freedom Trail led us through a couple of community parks and historically preserved buildings to the anticipation of seeing the Bunker Hill Monument. Bordering the Freedom Trail was another monument, the gaslight lamps. When I set eyes on the Bunker Hill Monument, it reminded me of the Washington Monument around 440 miles south down US 1. Both monuments are monumental. And both monuments I passed over climbing up a couple of hundred steps in exchange for more energy touring. In both monuments there is a set of steps leading to the base. Here in Boston, the Freedom Trail information signs and Monument signs provide educational insight on the first battle of the American Revolution and the Monument. When I walked closer to the Monument, I set eyes on the statue of Colonial William Prescott who played a major role in the battle. When I looked up at the 221 foot tall granite obelisk, I preferred to be looking instead of climbing the 294 steps to the top. We'd walk around the Memorial and lodge taking in the spot where the first battle of the American Revolution was fought. I did my best to be in the moment. Regardless that I was at the base of the Monument, I was on a hill that was at a higher elevation in Boston. Gradually we'd make our way into the part of the city that the top of the obelisk looks down on. I can't say it enough that when you visit Boston that you have to see a good portion of Bostons Freedom Trail including the Bunker Hill Monument. I came so close to missing out on Bunker Hill Monument. If it hadn't been for Spirit Airlines emailing us that there was a delay in our flight, I am ashamed to say that we would of missed out on Bunker Hill. I don't want anybody to make the exact mistake we nearly made. Whether you see Bunker Hill Monument on the ground or climb to the top it is a Boston must visit with a major portion of Bostons Freedom Trail. read more

One of the earliest and most important battles of the American Revolutionary War, most schoolchildren grow up understanding the phrase "Don't shoot until you see the whites of their eyes!". Of course that part of the story is fiction, but here you can learn the true tale. The battle's name is a misnomer. While the colonial fortification was supposed to be built on Bunker Hill, they ended up building it on Breed's Hill. It was on Breed's Hill that the majority of the battle was fought, and where the monument stands. The colonials fought very well, retreating only when they ran out of gunpowder. The monument is TALL, and narrow. I didn't walk it, so I confined myself to the hill. Sadly, it's hard to appreciate the strategic position the hill once had as most of the old harbor was filled in, so all you see is an expansive recreational area. read more

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