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Admire this quiet, historic neighbourhood, one of Boston's priciest areas and justifiably so- the neighbourhood is filled with intact 18th and early 19th century rowhouses and mansions built for Boston's wealthy. Cobblestone streets on hillsides and a distinctive redbrick federal style flair characterise this area. In many ways, the gaslights, the brick sidewalks, the brick houses all summarise the general image many people have of Boston. Of particular interest are Acorn Street, a narrow, cobbled way that draws more photos than any other site in Boston, Charles Street, which has great restaurants and antique shops, and Louisbourg Square, the creme-de-la-creme of New England real estate, where houses are most expensive in Boston. The square was modelled after Georgian examples in London, and has a definite Belgravia or Bloomsbury feel to it. Since Beacon Hill is right on the Freedom Trail, I'd say it's a must to wander through there. Perhaps even pick up the African American History Trail, which shows off some of Boston's lesser known historic sites on the neighbourhood's north slope. Leave a Comment Directions: Beacon Hill is located between Beacon Street, Bowdoin Street, Cambridge Street and Storrow Drive. T stops: Park Street (Red and Green Lines) Charles/MGH (Red Line), Bowdoin (Blue Line)
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