Things to Do in Beacon Hill, Boston Beacon Hill features historic red brick townhouses and is close to the Public Gardens, Boston Commons, and the Charles River park space. It's also home to the Massachusetts State House.
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Boston Common ★ 4.7 · 38.9k★
Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.
Every day 6 AM – 11:30 PM
Massachusetts State House ★ 4.5 · 672★
Grand, circa-1795 building where the state legislature meets, with monuments, free tours & more.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Granary Burying Ground ★ 4.7 · 526★
Samuel Adams & Paul Revere are among the patriots buried at this storied site on the Freedom Trail.
Every day 9 AM – 4 PM
Boston Athenæum ★ 4.4 · 170★
Stately 1807 library & museum featuring art galleries, guided tours, readings & more.
Mon–Thu 9 AM – 8 PM
Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun Closed
Public Garden ★ 4.8 · 18.9k★
Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights.
Edgar Allan Poe Square
The Boston square dedicated to the dark poet who was born nearby
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Beacon Hill Books & Cafe ★ 4.5 · 1.2k
A neighborhood hangout, this cafe offers a curated selection of books, a full-range menu of locally sourced fare, and hosts literary events.
Mon 10 AM – 7 PM
Tue–Fri 8 AM – 9 PM
Sat 8 AM – 9 PM
Sun 10 AM – 7 PM
Music Research Library ★ 4.8 · 180
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 7 PM
Beacon Hill Chocolates ★ 4.6 · 192· $$
Quaint candy shop with a Victorian vibe offering local & imported treats.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun 11 AM – 5:30 PM Where to eat & drink in Beacon Hill
Cheers ★ 4.4 · 10.2k· $20–30
Tourists visit this classic bar with iconic facade for pub grub, pints & nostalgia.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 9 PM
Fri 11 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
The Paramount ★ 4.3 · 2.1k· $20–30
American comfort food institution that's cafeteria-style for breakfast & lunch, full-serve at night.
Every day 8 AM – 9 PM
21st Amendment ★ 4.4 · 967· $20–30
Low-key watering hole (across from the State House) serving beer, cocktails & bar bites.
Every day 11:30 AM – 2 AM
Mooo.... Beacon Hill ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· $100+
Sophisticated, modern steakhouse featuring high-end cuts, a full bar & an extensive wine list.
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 10:30 AM, 11 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Fri 7 AM – 10:30 AM, 11 AM – 1:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 7 AM – 10:30 AM, 11 AM – 1:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 7 AM – 10:30 AM, 11 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Florina Pizzeria & Paninoteca ★ 4.7 · 834· $1–10
Contemporary counter serve offering classic & signature pizzas, plus pasta, panini & salads.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 8 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Emmets ★ 4.5 · 2.1k· $20–30
Classic Irish alehouse supplying pints of Guinness & other draft beers, traditional pub fare & wine.
Every day 11 AM – 2 AM Planning time in Beacon Hill?
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