14 Experiences to Add to Your Boston Bucket List

There's no better way to kick off your trip than by following the red-brick path of the Freedom Trail. Not only is this 2.5-mile-long path one of the country's most historic walking trails, but it also serves as a fantastic way to get to know the city.

Starting in the Boston Common and concluding at the Bunker Hill Monument, this trail passes along 16 locations that hold significant value to the history of the United States. From iconic museums and meetinghouses to notable burying grounds — and even Paul Revere's residence — each step you take will unveil a new story.