Fort Independence

Fortress · South Boston

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20+ Free Things to Do and See in Boston in 2025

"Located in South Boston, this 22-acre island peninsula is famous for Fort Independence — once used as the first state prison — and offers excellent beaches, popular running trails, a picnic area, and the chance to explore the old fort for free; it gets busy on summer weekends and you’ll often see school groups in the spring." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/free-things-to-do-in-boston/

2010 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127 Get directions

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