List of National Parks near Boston, MA

In this article, I will let you know list of national parks near Boston, Massachusetts. I also added a map of national parks near Boston on Google Maps at the end of the article

List of National Parks near Boston, MA

  1. Boston African American National Historic Site ~0.6 miles (2 minutes drive)
  2. Boston National Historical Park- Charlestown Navy Yard ~1.6 miles (4 minutes drive)
  3. Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park ~5 miles (10 minutes drive)
  4. Adams National Historical Park ~10 miles (18 minutes drive)
  5. Minute Man National Historical Park ~20 miles (25 minutes drive)
  6. Salem Maritime National Historic Site ~25 miles (40 minutes drive)

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List of National Parks near Boston MA

1. Boston African American National Historic Site

  • Distance: 0.6 miles (Beacon Hill, Boston)
  • Highlights: Sites on the Black Heritage Trail, including the African Meeting House.
  • Activities: Guided tours exploring African American history and culture.

2. Boston National Historical Park

  • Distance: 1.6 miles (within Boston)
  • Highlights: The Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, Bunker Hill Monument, Old North Church.
  • Activities: Historical walking tours, museum visits, and exploring Revolutionary War sites.

3. Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park

  • Distance: ~5 miles (accessible by ferry from downtown Boston)
  • Highlights: 34 islands offering historic forts, lighthouses, and stunning views of Boston’s skyline.
  • Activities: Hiking, picnicking, camping, kayaking, and guided tours.

4. Adams National Historical Park

  • Distance: ~10 miles (Quincy, MA)
  • Highlights: Birthplaces of John Adams and John Quincy Adams, and the Stone Library.
  • Activities: House tours, history exhibits, and exploring presidential history.

5. Minute Man National Historical Park

  • Distance: ~20 miles (Concord and Lexington, MA)
  • Highlights: Sites of the first battles of the Revolutionary War, the North Bridge.
  • Activities: Walking trails, reenactments, and ranger-led programs.

6. Salem Maritime National Historic Site

  • Distance: ~25 miles (Salem, MA)
  • Highlights: Historic wharves, the Customs House, and 18th-century buildings.
  • Activities: Walking tours, maritime history exhibits, and harbor views.

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