I visited Boston for three days and this has to be one of my favorite spots! Faneuil Hall allows you experience both history and modernity in one visit. Faneuil Hall served as the marketplace in Boston during the colonial times, and continued to serve the same purpose today. Inside Faneuil Hall itself are shops on the first level and the grand hall plus a museum on the top level (Free admission, I must add). I unfortunately did not go to the museum, but I did go to the grand hall on the second level and it was so beautiful! If you did go to Faneuil Hall, you have to visit the majestic grand hall upstairs. Behind Faneuil Hall is the Quincy Market, flaked by North and South Markets. Quincy Market hosts food shops, including my beloved Boston Chowda Co. and an exhibition hall upstairs. You eat your food within the indoors center dome of the Quincy Market, which was a pretty cool experience. The flaking markets have souvenir shops, restaurants, pubs, and modern stores (A&F and H&M, baby!). Faneuil Hall is great to visit if you want sightseeing, food, or shopping! You can easily reach there via State Station of the blue line subway. read more

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Beautiful historical building that is opened to the public for free. There are couple of retail shops on the main floor which is a shame. Make sure to check out the meeting hall on the second floor. Cleaner bathrooms than those located in Quincy Market next door. read more

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If you love history, architecture, food, and shopping - all in one place...this is the spot for you! I love it! Tons of people there during the lunch hour, so if you are looking for privacy, I would not recommend. Great for shopping and a variety of food options. There's usually also a couple street performers that you'll encounter. It's centrally located, decent food choices. Close to transportation. If it's your first trip to Boston, Faneuil Hall is a must-see. read more

Visited Faneuil Hall in December 2018 with my family and liked walking in the same footsteps as our Founding Fathers. The Faneuil Hall is a mix of history and gift shops/souvenir stores. They have tours and docents but none when we were there so it was just a self guided tour. Walking through the Hall is free. There are some great photos ops outside with the statue of Samuel Adam. Behind Faneuil Hall is the marketplace where you'll find tons of restaurants, snack bars, and shops. read more

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Really nice shopping area in Boston. It has a variety of shops for souvenirs, trinkets and information on the historical trails.

Every time me and my husband go to Boston we stop at the Irish store. Love it there. This time I was looking for a little pig. My mom (who passed away) used to say she was "as Irish as patty's pig" well, they didn't have any so I bought what I thought was an authentic handmade scarf w, Ireland's colors .. 25.00 Turns out..... MADE IN CHINA!! read more

Upstairs from the Faneuil Hall Marketplace lies the Faneuil Hall. This hall is an historic meeting hall where great matters about liberty, freedom, justice, and the American way were debated and articulated. It dates back to colonial days, when great thinkers and eventual signers of the Declaration of Independence formed their ideas about what constitutes the Constitution! To get here, you have to find the poorly marked exterior door of the hall, on the opposite side from Sam Adams' statue. Then climb a steep staircase to get to the meeting hall. It's a beautifully made meeting hall, that still allows speakers to come out and preach whatever is on their mind. It's a brilliant testament to the Freedom of Speech that we enjoy today. They'll let you speak without regard to the popularity of your cause, which I think is amazing. The hall has guided tours with a knowledgeable park ranger who explains the significance of the building. His lecture takes less than half an hour. Be sure to check out the big clock that is above your head as you enter. The painting behind the lectern is amazing, and closely depicts the historical value of the building. read more

A must see in Boston. I'm a local but still always go to here for get street performers and great food. Tons of choices and great stores for shopping read more

if you visit Boston you have to see the hall..a great vibe, tons of history , good food and shopping. theres always outside entertainment, fun for adults and kids. can be a little pricey depending on where you eat / drink but so what, it will be worth it =) if you have the $ go for a carriage ride, $40 for 20 minutes. its relaxing and you get brief overview on the history of Boston. plus its always fun to pet the horses and take pics with them. for visiting i really suggest taking a train in or cab (more expensive) ..the traffic is a bit much and the parking sucks so..if you find a garage it can also be expensive. Go visit and have a beer at Cheers! i promise you will love it! read more

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I remember visiting my Aunt in East Bridgewater, MA and when I said I wanted to go to Boston to see the sights, she said go to Faneuil Hall. She couldn't tell me why, but somehow it was important and popular enough for her to remember. So I went, and tried to find out. Faneuil hall has been a meeting place for a long time, going back to our pre-revolutionary days. Here is where Samuel Adams, (the founding father, not the beer) spoke and encouraged the idea that the colonies should break from England. We took a little walking/talking tour to get the insights on the history. Now, there is the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, so once again it is a meeting place, but now full of tourists looking for their vacation memorabilia, rather than sharing the ideals of a new nation, conceived in liberty and justice for all. read more

AT and I made it to Faneuil Hall during our stroll on the Freedom Trail in Boston. Reading through the reviews now, I realize that we just hung out on the first floor, the most touristy part. We admired the Samuel Adams statue outside and the building itself (with its iconic grasshopper weathervane) and its role in the history of the American Revolution. We walked throughout the marketplace and did not buy anything. Now that we have a little dude, I am excited to come back to Boston and discover more of Faneuil Hall. It seems that more of the city's and country's history can be learned upstairs. The meeting house and military museum are also found if one travels up. I miss New England tons for all the historic places that are still standing and in use today. Boston is a great city to see colonial architecture and learn about America's fight for independence. [#Yelp365: 38/365] read more

I always stop in Faneuil Hall whenever I go to Boston. There's so much shopping and food there! If you can think of it, it's probably at Faneuil Hall they have seafood, Greek, Chinese, bagels .. honestly whatever you're in the mood for! There's tons of great picture opportunities. There's always tourist swag for sale if your looking for that. And more often then not there will be street performers if you are looking for some entertainment. read more

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Full of fun, music and street performers. If you are in Boston, this is a must see. Stop by and take a walk. One block away is the oldest Tavern and the oyster house which are also historic restaurants. And make sure to check out the market in the back. read more

This is THE place to get your Boston souvenirs for your friends and family (or for yourself as well). I found the prices to be reasonable--10 or more dollars depending on the item. There were several shops in this building--including some food options. You can also pick up several free Boston maps here (Freedom Trail FTW--follow the red brick road). It can get a little crowded here at times, but it's definitely a stop you need to make when you're in town. History buffs will love this place. read more

Faneuil Hall (pronounced Fanooey) is pretty much the most famous building in Boston. The old hall has been around for hundreds of years, which by American standards makes it positively ancient. Check out Wikipedia for more details. It is undoubtably a beautiful building, and nowadays houses a variety of eateries and gift shops (it is a tourist trap afterall). The nearby Quincy Market houses a reconstruction of the Cheers set from the TV show (the outside set and the real Cheers bar are over the side of town. read more

Fun spot for tourists, plenty of New England-style food options like clam chowder and lobster mac 'n cheese. (But there's also pizza, Chinese, burgers, etc for those who don't want the local cuisine) Plenty of souvenir stands with shirts, shot glasses, socks, etc. Full of historical information, near the aquarium, what's not to like? Super jam-packed on a Saturday afternoon though. read more

One of our stops as we walked along the entire freedom trail was Faneuil Hall. I purchased a Boston shot glass to add to my collection of shot glasses as well as some souvenirs including a little copper pencil sharpener that was shaped like a canon for my older son. It's like a little mini mall with small shops. Each has their own types of items from toys, to stationary, art, clothing, as well as candy. The cashiers were friendly and the items weren't drastically overpriced like they are in some gift shops. There were a couple of cool paintings and I also saw a manequin on display wearing a dress entirely made of vitamin water labels and bottles. It was a little crowded but not overbearingly. I was able to grab a few items quickly and continue my way down the freedom trail. read more

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Faneuil Hall has a National Park Service Visitor Center inside on the first floor, where you can get information, maps, and sign up for a free tour of the Freedom Trail. There are also several little souvenir shops and the like. The historic Great Hall is on the second floor, where you can walk around and take a look at the architecture and space. Staff is present to answer questions. There is also a small room off to the side of the hallway, which has some signage about the hall. The fourth floor houses the Ancient and Honorable Military Museum, which is free to visit. A variety of events take place in the Faneuil area, and it is a central part of the marketplace, along with neighboring Quincy, North, and South markets. Good stop! read more

Right next to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall is pretty nice and clean, and you can find a lot of information there, since National Park Services is stationed inside. There's also a few souvenir shops inside, and there are bathrooms downstairs. read more

I came here to serve as the interpreter for my mother during her US citizenship swearing in ceremony. I do have to say the entire interior from the statues and steps leading into the Assembly Room were pristine and well maintained. The Assembly Room was also filled with many statue busts and elaborate paintings of famous historical figures around during the foundation of this country. Overall, the environment and setting as a historical site does lend itself to serving as a nice backdrop for getting sworn in as US citizen. read more

Lots of dining and shopping options in a gorgeous historic setting. On a chilly winter day, its a great place to slip into for coffee/tea/cocoa and warm up as you browse the many offerings. Be prepared for crowds of tourists and a line at the restroom. Still it's a must-see for any visit to the city. read more

This is a great resting point and bathroom break along the freedom trail. They have lots of different maps and information here on the main floor. On the first floor they still have some of the original stone work incorporated into the new building. They do have a few little shops to pick up souvenirs and a quick snack. read more

If coming to Boston this place is a must visit. Variety of restaurants and shops and during the night is lighted by pretty lights wrapped around the trees. Also seen them putting up a large Christmas tree that prior to Christmas which I'm sure would be beautiful. Large variety of bars and restaurants along with food court/ restaurant type area within the actual market. Live music as well. Definitely a must go to place in Boston. read more

Cool place lots of different little shops. I liked the below ground set up for the stores. Their were so many different options of food....OOOMG! read more

This place is so cool. Living so close makes it easy to take it for granted. But it is loaded with options for food, drink, shopping and entertainment. It's clean and a great historical spit too. Some folks call it Quincy Market and it's a can't miss Boston hot spot. read more

This was market in colonial times and it still is today. Want souvenirs you can get them here. National Park service is located here and its easy to pick up information/maps. read more

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Wandering Faneuil Hall is one of my favorite things to do in Boston. What I love most about the area is the stark dichotomy between the old and the new of Boston. This balance of past and present is one of the main reason I moved to the city, and Faneuil Hall is all of that in a nutshell. I bring my family and friends here every time they come to visit. There's great shopping in the area, but there's also an immense amount of history that we always enjoy. It's location is pretty phenomenal, too; you have the North End a quick walk away, and the seaport is right down the street! If you're looking for something to do in Boston but don't know much about the city, this is the first place you should check out. From here, there are so many other things with which to entertain yourself! read more

This is a great place to come visit if you're going into Boston. I have a lot of international friends and my friends from Norway and Canada were both shown Faneuil Hall when they visited and loved it. It has lots of little gift shops and restaurants for shopping and dining. On a sunny day, there's nothing like exploring the area with a good breeze following you. There's a lot of History surrounding the area and you'll frequently see tour guides where there are people dressed in Victorian aged garments telling stories and the history of Boston to onlookers. I like the atmosphere of everything around you while you're here. It's a great place to just go shopping or for a nice walk on a nice summer/spring day. read more

This is one of the stops that should be made on a trip. The outdoor square has performers and the 1st floor has eateries and souvenir shops that offer quality, variety and fair prices. The 2nd floor has history of the hall and the revolutionary war. There are spokespeople giving lectures every half hour and will answer any questions about the history. There are large portraits and busts inside. The 4th floor is the military museum but it is closed on the weekends. This facility can also be rented for events. This is on the trolley tour or the Freedom Trail walk. This is in downtown but only a 10 minute safe walk back to Beacon Hill. read more

Definitely stop by the National Park booth to sign-up for one of their FREE tours of the Freedom Trail. The docents are incredible. I would have spent all day with them if I could! The upstairs has the historical meeting rooms and downstairs houses shops with souvenirs and some snack shops (it was a mini mall in the old days, too). It's free to go upstairs, so just pop up and see what it's all about. Faneuil Marketplace is the shopping area just outside. It's touristy, but not a tourist "trap" as some have said. It has a lot of souvenir and touristy shops (and restaurants) but you aren't required to pay to go in and if you're surprised at what you find there, then you don't get out much. There are also shops that you'd fine in most American malls (Abercrombie). It's fine for a walk through and if you find something you like, then good for you. read more

A nice mix of stores and restaurants. Food vendors everywhere. During the summer lots of entertainment. Nice place to see historic Boston meeting the modern. read more

The area of faneuil hall and quincy market is very cool to walk around and see historic parts of Boston. The first floor of the actual hall is very touristy, my party didn't want to look around any more than the first floor (I would think there was much more to see on the second floor). While the day of our visit was overcast and cold, I am told there are musicians and performers out front that make the place very lively. The cobblestones are a girl's worst nightmare if she were ever to wear heels there. I had a few trips looking around and didn't realize the ground was uneven. My own fault to the bemusement of those I was with. read more

Always fun to stop by. New updates inside with info boards for the history buff. And a replica printing press. Great location with shops a d next to Quincy market for food and souvenirs read more

You can get free map of Boston here, and there are lots of funny antique stores. Interesting history telling is on the second floor. It's a good place to feel Boston long history. read more

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I've been in Boston for a while and have walked through the first floor many times and JUST made it up to second floor. The National Park Service does a great job preserving this important historical landmark. Definitely stay for the NPS presentation to understand the building's history. I plan to go back to enjoy the second floor and hear different NPS historians explain the history. read more

Fanuiel Hall and the long building behind it are old, historic buildings in Boston that have been renovated to be a really big mall food court. There is basically lots of food here but nothing special. Don't waste your time here. Go to Boston Public Market instead. read more

Come here to take some pictures, enjoy a nice walk down cobblestone walkways, window shop or do some actual shopping to blend in with all the tourists in the area. Maybe stop by for some seafood, a glass of wine, or a nice cold beer. Maybe step into Cheers! bar and see what all the buzz is about. Or maybe come to Faneuil at night if you are looking for an all out party scene...Faneuil Hall and the Quincy Market area are a multipurpose area waiting to be explored. You won't find many locals here but no matter what your reason is for coming to this area, you will enjoy yourself and have a good time. I wouldn't recommend eating at the fast food places inside Quincy Market/ Faneuil though. read more

Perfectly nice mini mall in an historic building near the city center and the North End and to be honest that is about all there is to say about this .I've been here a few times and would go again but it's not that big a deal. read more

Love it here. So many restaurants and little shops. An old school, charming, happy place. The cobblestone sidewalks bring me back to the days when life must've somehow been simpler. read more

For something free to do this is a good see. My husband did this one solo because Boston had dished out enough walking and stairs for me. Neat piece of history nonetheless. read more