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Castle Island & Fort Independence

#125 of 1048 things to do in Boston

#139 of 1314 things to do in Massachusetts

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  • Address
    • Marine Park
  • Transport
    • Broadway
  • Phone
    • 617 727 5290
  • Hours
    • dawn-dusk May-Sep

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Lonely Planet review for Castle Island & Fort Independence

Since 1634, eight different fortresses have occupied this strategic spot at the entrance to the Inner Harbor. Fort Independence – the five-point granite fort that stands here today – was built between 1834 and 1851. It sits on 22 acres of parkland called Castle Island (a misnomer, as it’s connected to the mainland). A paved pathway follows the perimeter of the peninsula – good for strolling or cycling – and there is a small swimming beach. Take bus 11 from Broadway T station.

 

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