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USS Constitution (Old Ironsides)

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 3 of 308 attractions in Boston
Traveler Description:
The oldest commissioned ship in the U.S. Navy and undefeated in battle, Old Ironsides earned its famous nickname with its legendary ability to repel... more » The oldest commissioned ship in the U.S. Navy and undefeated in battle, Old Ironsides earned its famous nickname with its legendary ability to repel any shot fired. Active-duty sailors guide visitors around the ship. « less
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Attraction type: Historic site, Ship, Maritime museum, History museum, Other
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: Bldg 5 Charlestown Navy Yard
Charlestown Boston, MA 02129
Tel: 617-242-5671

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5 of 5 stars
North Wales
Nov 11, 2005
10/13 found this review helpful

My son and I were told by a local that this was the best attraction in Boston and its FREE! A five minute walk from the T, you are rewarded with a tour of the oldest commissioned war ship in the world. The tours are given by Naval officers who are clearly proud to serve on this beautiful ship. Well... more

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4 of 5 stars
Long Island, NY
Aug 28, 2005
11/13 found this review helpful

Me and my boyfriend just returned from visiting Boston. While finishing off the Freedom Trail for the 2nd day we stopped off to see the USS Constitution. What a beautiful ship! Our tour guide was fantastic and very informative. He took us below deck where they have the cannons set up and the captains quarters. Then we went another floor... more

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5 of 5 stars
New Milford, Connecticut
Jan 1, 2005
18/21 found this review helpful

My wife, 4- and 8-year-old children, and I visited Old Ironsides during a hot August visit to Boston for the first time. The half-hour wait under the scorching sun was a little much for the little ones...well, okay, I was hot, too. Nevertheless, we enjoyed seeing what an early 1800's warship was like (thank God, most of the tour was... more

Oct 19, 2004
16/22 found this review helpful

You know I'm not a huge history buff or anything but this was definitely worth the time. It's an amazing ship with a great crew. We went on the guided tour of the boat and it was amazing. Go early if you don't want to stand in line too long and it is closed on Mondays. The active crew serves... more

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago Suburbs
Jul 12, 2004
17/22 found this review helpful

We didn't get to tour the boat (closed Mondays) but really enjoyed the museum (2 adults and a 16 year old). Either I forgot most of what I learned back in school or they just didn't teach the good stuff. If you go to see the ship don't skip the musuem more

Dec 6, 2003
20/30 found this review helpful

I have visited the USS Constitution a few times. It is such an amazing piece of history! Touring the ship is like taking a step back in time. If you love history, this is an Boston attraction not to be missed. On one of my visits, I happened to be the 1,000,000th visitor! I was treated to a special guided... more

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USS Constitution (Old Ironsides) Address

Bldg 5 Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, Boston, MA 02129
Tel: 617-242-5671