Bunker Hill Monument

Bunker Hill Monument is a sightseeing stop in Boston, MA, part of the Boston guide. Cost: free.

Monument Square, Charlestown · Boston, MA

Why you should go…

The Bunker Hill Monument is a 221-foot granite obelisk on Breed's Hill in Charlestown, built atop a fortification from the June 17, 1775 battle. You can climb 294 steps up a tight spiral stairway to the top for views over Boston, with only 25 people allowed inside at a time. A statue of William Prescott stands on the grounds, and the Bunker Hill Museum across the street has exhibits on the battle and the monument. There is no elevator to the top.

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