The Most Photographed Street In America Is Acorn Street In Massachusetts

Acorn Street in Boston, Massachusetts is purportedly the most photographed street in the country. We here at Only In Your State and The Boston Globe happen to agree that this cobblestoned street is so pretty that people from all over the world can’t help but snap its picture. After seeing this lovely lane, we’re sure you’ll agree it's worth a visit.

This charming cobblestone street in Boston has been called one of the most scenic in America, and it’s easy to see why.

Not every day do you stumble upon an authentic piece of history that has been preserved so well.

Acorn Street is located in the posh Boston neighborhood of Beacon Hill. The area is crammed with historic structures dating back to the late 1700s and early 1800s.

So as you travel the area be on the lookout for architecture dating back to the earliest days of our country. Walking the same streets early Americans walked may look a little different than in the early 1800s but there is enough historic charm to bring you right back into the time period.

Acorn Street is beloved for its unique combination of beautiful period details and classic New England charm. Walking down this little lane feels like stepping back through time.

Just imagine what life was like back in those days. You will be walking on the same ground and among some of the same buildings. Back then everything was fresh and new as the birth of our country started to take shape. It must have been filled with uncertainty but with freedom in their minds, there was much hope for the future.

The stones used to cobble Acorn Street – technically called “cobs” – are original, making this one of the last remaining authentic cobblestone streets in the nation.

You can imagine the sound of horse hooves clanking and clobbering down these very roads.

The street is particularly beautiful around the holidays, when residents add subtly festive touches to their front steps and windowsills.

There is nothing quite like a charming old-fashioned Christmas in a classic New England city, and on Acorn Street it's even better than you could have hoped.

As you might expect, this street is a great spot to take a quick photo or two. Go ahead and snap your selfies, but please remember that the street is residential, and avoid shooting in areas near open windows or doorways.

The next time you’re in Boston, be sure to make time for a detour down Acorn Street. It’s a little slice of history and charm that all Bay Staters (and visitors) should experience.

If you do plan a visit to Acorn Street, please be aware that it is a residential street with year-round residents. Be respectful of their privacy and try to keep disruption to a minimum. That being said, Acorn Steet in Boston is a beautifully preserved piece of our past. Colonial times come to life on this simple street and we love that our city has this iconic street in it. While you are in Boston try heading to another street, Newbury Street. This road has just about any food you could ever want on it.

What’s your pick for the most scenic street in Massachusetts? Share your thoughts in the comment section below!