A Video Stroll Through Charlestown
The weather in Boston has been {slowly} warming up and Matt and I have been making a list of all the places we want to explore now that it’s nice out again! First on the list was Charlestown, an incredibly charming neighborhood with Irish-American roots. Every where you go there are stunning sights of the Bunker Hill Monument, or the Tobin Bridge. Both make beautiful backdrops to the quaint streets full of old colonials, brightly painted clapboard houses, and brownstones.
I was immediately in love with all of the pastel colors and pretty storefronts Charlestown has to offer. While Charlestown is considered a neighborhood in Boston, its location offers a quieter perspective on city living. Much more family-oriented with a classic hometown feel. And the dogs! Dogs were everywhere!
As Boston’s oldest neighborhood, Charlestown is steeped in history. Boston’s most popular walk, the Freedom Trail, ends in Charlestown at the Bunker Hill Monument, commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill which happened in the beginning of the American Revolutionary War.
Another stop on the Freedom Trail in Charlestown is the U.S.S. Constitution {also known as old ironsides} the world’s oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat. She gained most of her fame in the War of 1812 where she captured numerous British warships. Today you can swing by and take a tour of her – I highly recommend it!
Here are my Top 10 Things to do in Charlestown, Boston
1. Bunker Hill Monument
2. The Battle Of Bunker Hill Museum
3. Grab Lunch at Warren’s Tavern (oldest bar in Massachusetts and Paul Revere’s favorite!)
4. Charlestown Navy Yard
5. U.S.S. Constitution
6. Grab a Cocktail at Navy Yard Bistro and Wine
7. Visit Place and Gather – a darling locally owned store with the best gifts!
8. Walk down Monument Avenue
9. Take a coffee break at the local coffee shop – Zumes Coffee Shop
10. Eat Dinner at Figs
Hi,
I grew up in Charlestown. It has come a long way. I have always been proud of our heritage, my upbringing and the present day town! Many fond memories and I try to visit each year! Many great people! Great friends!
Jimmy Kelly
P.S. pics are great! 🙏🏼