Spend the day to learn about the start of the revolutionary war and start of the United States in the national park. So much to see at the Visitor Center and at the many sites along battle road and in the ranger programs. Be certain...More

The film at the Visitor's Center near the eastern end of the park is the best way to set the scene. Definitely stop here first. You can drive to various points along the route or you could walk or bike the whole length. We did...More

We only had 3 hours and it was not enough. Start at Lexington at the Visitor Center and view the the 20 minute multi-media presentation so you will have a good overview of what you are about to see. Pick up the "Minute Man Messenger"...More

Walk to the North Bridge overlook and imagine the local militia meeting the Red Coats. This is where "the shot heard round the world" was fired. There is a small, but outstanding, visitors centre with lots of artifacts, portraits, and excerpts from famous writers and...More

it brings you back in time and we know how our states were started..the grounds are wonderful. it is a great experience to go too

Located in multiple locations along the historic original route of the first battle for U.S. independence, This is a very pleasant place for a nice walk, bike ride, etc. It is very user friendly, clean, and well maintained. Where else could one have such a...More

Nothing too crazy to see at these places. Although the history that happened here was incredible. Check out the videos and see the north bridge where it all went down. But we didn't walk the 6 mile trail or anything, just went to visitor center....More

We got to bring history to life by taking them to the where the Revolutionary War started. We walked across the North Bridge to wear the British soldiers were shot. The visitor center had an informative video and the rangers were very helpful.

This was my 10th visit to the park. It doesn't matter winter, spring summer or fall, it is always a pleasure visit a place that is full of nature and history. It is a sanctuary. A place you can learn, sit and even meditate, listening...More

The brick mansion (now the visitor center) was built in 1911 by the descendants of the Buttrick family overlooking the Concord River. Architect James Purdon designed flower garden, leading to the view of the North Bridge from the edge of the sloping hill. In 1961,...More