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Beacon Hill

Between Beacon St and Cambridge St, Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02108 (Beacon Hill)
617-227-4392
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As featured in 3 days in Boston
Ranked #13 of 194 attractions in Boston
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Type: Neighborhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Description: The famous Boston Brahmin neighborhood of red brick sidewalks, cobblestoned streets, elegant townhouses and gas street lamps.
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Weymouth, UK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Spent a morning wandering around this beautiful neighbourhood with the family. Some delightful properties to see through these cobbled streets. Acorn Street is particularly quaint and good for the photographs!

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Close to the Esplanade, which is great for a peaceful walk or run. Shops on Charles Street are unique and interesting. You'll also find restaurants and coffee shops. I love walking here!

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Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

you can go up the tower but only do so if your fit it is not disabled friendly there are a lot of steps but from the park area here you can see back to bost across the river

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We enjoy old house tours. There are several- our have was the Otis House on Cambridge St. Just walking this place was fun. It's a charming neighborhood. The shops on Charles St. are very nice.

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Plover, Wi
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7 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Loved everything. Charles St. is a great place to walk, eat and shop.SAvoneurs market is a must see. Scampo in the Liberty hotel is terrific.

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Mobile, Alabama
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

walking Beacon Hill was amazing, even in the rain. Stopping at Cheers did not hurt at all, either. The homes were so beautiful, and because it was spring, the blooming trees were like postcards.

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Missouri
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38 reviews 38 reviews
11 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

This is a very scenic area with beautiful homes. We enjoyed all the landscaping and architecture. Going uphill pushing a wheelchair was not too fun though! Next time we'll start at the top of the hill.

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New Westminster, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013 via mobile

This area is great to visit. It is close to the Boston Commons and is close to three different subway stops. The state capital is full of history and has many great places to eat nearby.

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Illinois
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23 reviews 23 reviews
10 attraction reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Beautiful historic area! The people in Boston are so friendly, it is a pleasure to visit this wonderful, historically significant city.

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Ligonier PA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This neighborhood is a lovely mix of residences, shops, services and restaurants. Charming tree-lined streets and brick sidewalks, nice selection of eateries ranging from $ to $$$. Good for families, very romantic for couples, and adjacent to the west end of Boston Common.

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