North End Attractions in Boston, Massachusetts

• Visit historic attractions, such as Old North Church, in Boston's North End.Paul Revere Statue image by Charlie Rosenberg from Fotolia.com
  
  Boston's North End is home to a variety of cultural and historic attractions. For many years, this peninsula at the north end of town was connected to the rest of the city by an elevated highway that was often jammed with traffic. Now, a tunnel makes accessing the North End much easier. Whether your interests lie in exploring the area's rich colonial history, experiencing the neighborhood culture or eating your way through town, the North End won't disappoint.
  
  

Old North Church

• If you've ever wondered where the phrase "one if by land, two if by sea" originated, visit the Old North Church. Officially called Christ Church in the City of Boston, the church played an important role in American history. In 1775, Robert Newman held two lanterns in the church's steeple to pass along Paul Revere's message that the British were coming by sea. Built in 1723, the church is Boston's oldest building. Choose from a self-guided tour, a drop-in tour with a 10-minute presentation, or a Behind the Scenes guided tour. The church is open to visitors most days of the year and services are held each Sunday and Thursday evening.
  
  Old North Church
  
  193 Salem St.
  
  Boston, MA 02113
  
  617-523-6676
  
  oldnorth.com
  
  

Cuisine

• No trip to the North End would be complete without sampling the authentic Italian cuisine served in the neighborhood's many restaurants. Grab a slice, some arancini or calzone at Galleria Umberto, a local favorite recommended by Frommers Travel Guides. For a fine dining experience, "Travel + Leisure" suggests the Carmen Wine Bar and Trattoria, featuring rustic Italian fare and an extensive wine list.
  
  Galleria Umberto Rosticceria
  
  289 Hanover St.
  
  North End, MA 02113
  
  617-227-5709
  
  Carmen Wine Bar and Trattoria
  
  33 North Square
  
  Boston , MA 02113
  
  617-742-6421
  
  carmenboston.com
  
  

Copp's Hill Burying Ground

• Copp's Hill Burying Ground, the second oldest burial ground in the city, was founded in 1659 . Part of the Freedom Trail historical tour, Copp's Hill is the final resting place of numerous historical figures and artists, including lantern-holder Robert Newman and abolitionist Prince Hall. The cemetery is open daily.
  
  Copp's Hill Burying Ground
  
  Hull St.
  
  Boston, MA 02113
  
  617-357-8300
  
  cityofboston.gov
  
  

Paul Revere House

• The North End was home to one of the most influential figures in American Revolution, Paul Revere, whose midnight ride to Lexington warned troops of the encroaching British army. Revere's house is downtown Boston's oldest building and is a National Historic Landmark. Over the years, the building has been a residence, a church, tenements, a candy store, a cigar factory and a bank. In the early 1900s, Revere's great-grandson restored the home as a museum. The house is open daily most of the year.
  
  Paul Revere House
  
  19 North Square
  
  Boston, MA 02113
  
  617-523-2338
  
  paulreverehouse.org