Downtown · Best Landmarks · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Landmarks near Downtown

Discover the best landmarks near Downtown. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best landmarks near Downtown

massachusetts/boston/landmark/ben-franklin-house

Ben Franklin House

Explore the Ben Franklin House in Boston, a historical landmark celebrating the life and legacy of one of America's Founding Fathers.

17 Milk St, Boston, MA 02109
4.1 Very Good 54 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/old-south-meeting-house

Old South Meeting House

Uncover the rich history of the American Revolution at Boston's Old South Meeting House, a landmark of historical significance and cultural heritage.

310 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108
4.6 Excellent 674 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/boston-irish-famine-memorial

Boston Irish Famine Memorial

Explore the Boston Irish Famine Memorial: A poignant tribute to resilience and the Irish immigrant experience in the heart of Boston.

Boston, MA 02108
4.5 Excellent 311 reviews
massachusetts/boston/downtown/landmark/boston-downtown-mural

Boston Downtown Mural

Discover the Boston Downtown Mural, an artistic landmark that encapsulates the city's vibrant culture and history in the heart of Downtown Crossing.

14 Summer St, Boston, MA 02110
4.5 Excellent 6 reviews
massachusetts/quincy/landmark/josiah-quincy-iii-statue

Josiah Quincy III Statue

Explore the historic Josiah Quincy III Statue in Downtown Boston, a tribute to a significant American figure and a centerpiece of local heritage.

45 Province St, Boston, MA 02108
4.6 Excellent 9 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/freedom-trail-foundation

Freedom Trail Foundation

Discover Boston's Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile path connecting 16 historical sites that narrate the rich history of America's fight for independence.

44 School St #250, Boston, MA 02108
4.6 Excellent 352 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/boston-s-old-city-hall

Boston's Old City Hall

Explore the architectural beauty and historical significance of Boston's Old City Hall, a must-see landmark in the heart of downtown.

45 School St, Boston, MA 02108
4.6 Excellent 430 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/john-winthrop-first-house-site-marker

John Winthrop - First House Site Marker

Explore the John Winthrop - First House Site Marker, a key historical landmark in Boston, reflecting the city’s colonial heritage and the life of its first governor.

53 State St, Boston, MA 02109
5 Excellent 1 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/boston-massacre-site

Boston Massacre Site

Explore the Boston Massacre Site, a pivotal landmark in American history, and delve into the revolutionary spirit that shaped a nation.

Corner of State and, Congress St, Boston, MA 02109
4.6 Excellent 1,396 reviews
massachusetts/boston/landmark/old-state-house

Old State House

Discover the rich history of Boston at the Old State House, a key site of the American Revolution and a must-see museum for history lovers.

206 Washington St, Boston, MA 02109
4.6 Excellent 1,832 reviews

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