Traveling in the RV with our kids is a great way to have fun and explore history. Of course, this is the beauty of the National Park System. It encourages you to have fun and continue to learn. Fortunately for us, we live near Boston. Of course, the Boston National Park Sites offer a rich history through the Boston National Park Sites.
According to the National Park Service, our home state of Massachusetts has 15 National Park Sites.
The city of Boston itself is home to several historical sites from the Revolutionary War. Therefore, this is a great city to visit and learn from.
For this reason, if you plan on traveling through New England, we highly recommend visiting some of the Revolutionary War National Park sites.
Of course, driving an RV through Boston is nearly impossible. Fortunately, there are nearby RV campgrounds that you can stay at and then venture into the city. However, at the end of the post, we discuss the RV park we used, which is close to some Revolutionary War sites.
Boston is the cradle of liberty and the home of the American Revolutionary War. For this reason, the NPS helps protect Boston’s important history. We have explored a number of the Revolutionary War sites and share our adventures below.
We recommend reading our Civil War Sites post if you enjoy learning about American History through the National Park Service.
Boston’s Freedom Trail
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile walk through the city of Boston. You will visit numerous NPS sites while hiking the trail. The 2.5-mile Freedom Trail is a red-bricked path on the City of Boston sidewalks and takes you to the 16 official historic sites. While walking along the freedom trail, you will follow in the footsteps of America’s founding fathers.
Although all 16 sites are unique and historic, there are a couple of sites we feel everyone should visit. These include the Granary Burying Ground, the Old South Meeting House, and Faneuil Hall.
The Granary Burying Ground
It was the final resting place for some of America’s most notable early citizens. The names on the tombstones in the cemetery include Paul Revere, John Hancock, Sam Adams, and the victims of the Boston Massacre.
The Old South Meeting House
Built-in 1729, the old South meeting house is the home of many discussions and arguments against British colonial rule. The Boston Tea Party started here.
Faneuil Hall
This is the home of the first open forum meeting places. It was here that the early Americans started to protest against the acts of the British.
Faneuil Hall also houses one of the NPS Boston Historic Park visitor centers.
Boston National Historical Park
The Boston National Historical Park is spread throughout downtown Boston, Charlestown, and South Boston. The NPS operates two visitor centers and manages several sites throughout the city.
The two visitor centers are at Faneuil Hall and the Charlestown Navy Yard.
For the most part, Boston is easy to travel on foot. As a result, it is easy to take your time as you wander the streets.
When visiting the Charlestown Navy Yard, you can tour the USS Constitution and the Bunker Hill Monument.
The USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned ship in the United States Navy. This mighty warship was one of the first warships commissioned by the new U.S. Congress.
This 220-foot tall obelisk Bunker Hill monument helps commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill. This was the first time the New England settlers faced off against the British Army. After checking in with the NPS Ranger at the foot of the monument, you can climb to the top to enjoy breathtaking views of the City of Boston.
Minute Man National Historical Park
The Minute Man National Historical Park is located in Concord, MA. It is about a half-hour drive from the Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center. This is one of our favorite Boston National Park sites.
The central theme of this park is the Battle of April 19, 1775, and the start of the Revolutionary War.
The opening battle of the Revolutionary War is brought to life at the Minute Man National Historical Park. The park has two visitor centers, one at each end of the park. Connecting the two visitor centers is the five-mile-long Battle Road. The Battle Road follows the original remnants of the Battle Road. In addition, it also covers other sections that leave the historic road to follow the route of the Minute Men, traversing farming fields, wetlands, and forests.
The North Bridge Visitor Center is a short walk to the North Bridge. In this beautifully restored 19th-century commemorative landscape, the famous Minute Man statue by Daniel Chester French is featured. The North Bridge is where the “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” was fired and the start of the American Revolution.
Boston Minuteman Campground
The Boston Minuteman Campground is 13 miles from the Minute Man National Historical Park and is an excellent place to camp and relax. However, if you want to visit Boston, the campground is 30 miles northwest of the city.
The campground offers full hook-up RV sites, tent sites, and cabins. Fortunately, this campground is nestled in the woods, away from the hustle and bustle of Boston. Thankfully, it is close enough you can drive to Boston to enjoy what the city offers.
As a result, this campground is a great place to set up camp, especially if you are considering visiting the great Boston National Park Sites mentioned here.
Our Experience Learning About America’s Birth
The NPS protects several sites related to the Revolution in Boston. Therefore, visiting Boston is a great way to learn about the American Revolution and the birth of a Nation. If you are traveling by RV, several parks are within driving distance of the city. Fortunately, you can walk most of the town to visit these great sites. In addition to Boston, several other NPS sites throughout Massachusetts are worth visiting.
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Have you visited any of Boston’s National Historic Sites? What about other sites in Massachusetts? Do you have any tips for visiting American Revolution sites?
