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Old State House, Dock Square
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Things to do in Boston

LandmarkDock Square

Old State House

  • 4.62.2k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 5 pm

A compact, atmospheric history museum housed in an 18th-century landmark, the Old State House immerses visitors in Revolutionary-era Boston with period rooms, exhibits, and engaging interpretive displays. Expect well-preserved architecture, guided tours and informative exhibits ideal for history lovers and curious tourists seeking a concise deep dive into early American politics.

Quick answers

Old State House in short

When is Old State House open?

Every day, 10 AM–5 PM.

When is the best time to visit Old State House?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Old State House indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does Old State House cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is Old State House?

206 Washington St,Boston, MA 02109.

Right now · 4:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, tomorrow 11 am.

In its favour

  • Open till 5 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

56°

Clear

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  1. 5pmClear50°
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  3. 7pmClear46°

The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 5 pm
monday
10 AM–5 PM
tuesday
10 AM–5 PM
wednesday
10 AM–5 PM
thursday
10 AM–5 PM
friday
10 AM–5 PM
saturday
10 AM–5 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–5 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Old State House
  2. 2 Boston Massacre Site · 1 min
  3. 3 Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom · 2 min
  4. 4 Boxaroo · 2 min
  5. 5 Faneuil Hall Visitor Center · 3 min
206 Washington St, Boston, MA 02109(opens the map)DirectionsTo Dock SquareCall+16177201713Websiterevolutionaryspaces.org

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.6from 2.2k reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Family friendly
  • Solo friendly

Around Dock Square

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.