Climb 294 Steps To The Top Of The Bunker Hill Monument In Charlestown And You Can See All Over Boston

Are you up for the challenge of climbing 294 steps? If so, visiting the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown is a must-do. When you reach the top, you not only have gotten in a great workout but you will also be rewarded with beautiful views of Boston. This historic monument is one of 16 fascinating stops on Boston's Freedom Trail.

The Bunker Hill Monument is part of the National Historic Parks system and is free to climb. You must walk 294 steps up a spiral staircase to reach the top of the monument.

Only 20 people are allowed inside at any given time.

The granite monument is 221 feet high. It was dedicated in 1843 to honor the Battle of Bunker Hill.

The monument took over 17 years to build.

The bloody Battle of Bunker Hill, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War, took place on June 17, 1775.

I was surprised to find out that the monument is actually set on Breed’s Hill, the site where most of the action took place.

Before you make the monument climb, you'll want to make a stop at the Bunker Hill Museum.

Inside you will find artifacts, murals, and historic weapons related to the battle. You can also find out details about how the monument was constructed.

When you are ready to start climbing, cross the street and enter the Bunker Hill Lodge to gain entrance to the monument.

If you can make it to the top, you will be able to see panoramic views of the Boston skyline.

Take some time to catch your breath and take it all in before walking the 294 steps back down to the base.

To find out more about visiting the Bunker Hill Monument including days and times of operation, please visit the National Park Service website. Have you climbed the almost 300 steps to the top? Please tell us all about it. While visiting Boston, make sure to check out the other stops on the Freedom Trail which include Boston Common and the Old North Church.