Old North Church

A historic church where lanterns were raised to assist Paul Revere acknowledged which way the red coats were heading. Remember the bricked window on the back indicating the escape route before the red coats came to find out the purpose of the lantern. Definitely a nice place to visit on the Freedom Trail.

First, just buy the all access ticket. It's $10 and odds are you will want to see other things once you know they exist. It's worth talking to the guides and hosts. They are very knowledgeable and love to tell you about cool details if given the chance. There is so much more to this building than one of by land two if by sea

We recently visited the Old North Church and were quite disappointed with the tour. We were promised a chance to see the bells, but unfortunately, that didn’t happen. While the business model of the church, being owned by a nonprofit organization rather than the government, is impressive, the tour itself left a lot to be desired.

I am grateful for the balanced and candid approach to its own history that the self-guided tour offers. There is a lot of information offered through the audio tour, and you can learn as much or as little as you like about various topics and people because of how it’s designed. The actual space for movement is quite small, and I appreciated that we could sit in the individual family pew boxes to listen instead of having to stand at each station along the tour. Even with a lot of people, including an EF Tour group there at the same time, I felt I was able to learn a lot very quickly about why this church was so significant during the Revolutionary War. The crypt tour was also really interesting and the guides offer a lot of additional trivia if you interact with them.

The Old North Church is a fascinating blend of historical significance and modern accessibility, making it a must-visit site for anyone interested in American history or colonial architecture. Built in 1723, it holds the title of Boston's oldest surviving church building and one of the most iconic landmarks in the United States. The church's fame stems from its pivotal role in the American Revolution. On the night of April 18, 1775, its steeple became the stage for one of the most famous signals in American history. Robert Newman and Capt. John Pulling, Jr. hung two lanterns to alert patriots that British forces were advancing by sea, sparking the beginning of the revolution. Standing in the church where such an event occurred is a stirring experience that truly connects visitors to the past. The self-guided tours allow visitors to explore the church's rich history at their own pace, while the private tours offer a more intimate and detailed experience. The highlight for many is the journey upstairs to the oldest pews, accompanied by knowledgeable and passionate staff who bring the church's history to life. Their detailed accounts of the congregation's divided loyalties during 1775 add a layer of complexity to the church’s story, illustrating the tensions of the time. The church also incorporates a museum and modern worship practices, making it both a living place of faith and a historic monument. This dual purpose enhances its appeal, providing an opportunity to appreciate its ongoing role in the community while reflecting on its historical importance. Each year, over 500,000 visitors come to experience the Old North Church, and it’s easy to see why. The combination of its historical significance, architectural beauty, and engaging tours make it a truly unforgettable destination. Whether you're a history buff, a tourist, or someone seeking a deeper connection to America's revolutionary past, the Old North Church is a site you won't want to miss. It’s a testament to liberty and the enduring spirit of revolution, standing tall in the heart of Boston.

Beautiful church and amazing part of our history as a nation. Very informative audio tour available

We stopped by the Old North Church during our walk along the Freedom Trail. We didn’t have enough time to go inside, but we enjoyed walking around the garden and looking at the outside of the church—it’s a beautiful place. We also visited a nearby printing shop, where they showed and explained how printing was done in the past. It was really interesting to see how things worked back then.

Very cool experience! I recommend touring both the church and the crypt. The pews inside are very unique and you can enter all of them.

Sat through a 20min tour of the history of this building. Absolutely amazing and beautiful. Boston has soooo much amazing history! "One if by land, and two if by sea" has been forever memorialized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem "Paul Revere's Ride". This phrase is related to Paul Revere's midnight ride, of April 18, 1775, which preceded the Battles of Lexington and Concord during the American Revolution. In April 1775, Paul Revere told 3 Boston patriots to hang 2 lanterns in the steeple of the Old North Church. The lanterns were displayed to send a warning to Charlestown patriots about the movements of the British Army. One lantern was to signal the British Army were marching over Boston Neck and the Great Bridge, and two would notify them that they were taking boats across the Charles River. Two were hung to signal the Sons of Liberty. The warning was successful and delivered to dozens of towns, first by Revere and Dawes on horses, and then by others.

If you've studied American Revolutionary War and Paul Revere's ride, then you need to visit the old North Church. We were on an organized motor coach tour of New England fall foliage with 48 passengers, and our staring point was Boston. We began the tour with a private tour of the historic site, and entrance into the church. Once inside we sat in the pews and listened to the volunteer docent who went over the church origins and the Paul Revere ride. The church interior is under renovation and there's scaffolding throughout. There's an attempt to restore the cherubs underneath. What's interesting about the pews - when the church was built each pew was purchased by a family. We sat in one owned by a merchant. The only negative for me - we were with our trip leader. I'm in the front ready to enter the church. One of the docents immediately challenged me. Are you with this group? In a very authoritarian tone. She assumed I wasn't. Come on, tourists come from various backgrounds and very diverse. Don't make assumptions. Minus 2 stars.

We had a peaceful little morning in the side garden of the church while giving our kiddos a snack and resetting after our cruise. The bathrooms at the old north church are very clean and you can't beat the shaded peaceful garden that surrounds the backside of the church. This is such a wonderful area to explore and visiting the church is quite affordable. I didn't take the kiddos in this round for the sake of noise with an infant and toddler, but I've enjoyed visits in the past. There are a few side tables with shade in the garden of the church that make for a perfect picnic or to enjoy your coffee and imagine the history of the space. Don't leave Boston without visiting this area!

Wow. History abounds here. I like that they have a tribute to British and American soldiers who fought in Afghanistan and Iraq. If you are traveling to Boston, schedule several days to see the sites. There is just too much for one day.

A Boston classic. The church is beautiful and so interesting. Full of history from Paul Revere to other famous figures from Boston's early days. There is an audio tour that leads you around the building and denotes tidbits of history at each stop. You can sit in the private box pews, learn how people of influence would bring furniture and carpets to make them more comfortable and hear the story of "one of by land, two if by sea. There is a separate charge to tour the catacombs used for early Boston burials. These are fascinating and just a little creepy.

Historical, must see landmark. Well worth the time to take the tour! The architecture and craftsmanship are also worth the time to explore. I won't give a history lesson on it, but from a Yelp perspective, YOU HAVE TO GO and see it for yourself!

There was a fee to enter (used to be suggested donation) and an extra fee for the audio tour (they weren't offering at that time any guided tours). It definitely wasn't worth the upgraded fee for the audio tour, and it was hard to stop and stand and press numbers in the narrow aisles. The church itself is a nice sight, and they some historical elements inside. It's a nice stop while in Boston, but I do wish they had better tour/information options.

not religious at all but i was in awe of all the church buildings! so so beautiful and well funded. many touristy things to do around and cute photo ops in the surrounding areas.

My husband was excited to check out this old Church. The employee selling tickets was very friendly. We opted to do both the Church tour as well as the crypt tour. When you arrive in the inside of the Church, they provide you with what looks like an old cell phone. It is a self-guided tour where you press the corresponding number with where you're standing and it will provide you with history/information. The church is well preserved/taken care of, and it was neat seeing the pews set up like little boxes with name plaques. There was also a beautiful organ and clock to the back of the church, and open pews at the top of the church for the under-middle class back in the day to attend church and see with limited views. The grounds also have a beautiful Iraq-Afghanistan Memorial with service members' dog tags to honor them. As for the crypt, we ended up getting a little lost trying to find it, we did the crypt after the church, so once we came out of the church, we walked around the gardens and couldn't find it at all until we did a second or third walk through of the building grounds. Once we entered the crypt, we had a gentleman and a lady employee who were both very friendly and helpful welcome us and provide us with a "map" and some facts about the crypt. Beware that even if you are short (I'm 5'2") you WILL be ducking your head in there. At one point, I was looking down at my map/paper not paying attention and ALMOST banged my head on the pipes (thank God the female employee was looking out for me and acknowledged that even shorter people have to watch their heads in there. Some notable people are buried in the crypt, such as Samuel Nicholson, Captain of the USS Constitution. The crypt isn't too large, but was still very cool to see!

This is a wonderful historic site and one that I've visited several times over the years. I've only ever been able to do the self-guided tour, but there is lots of information to read throughout the church and there's lots of information placards. It's a lovely site and you can really feel the history come alive when you're here. My favorite part of the church and the part that has stuck with me throughout the years is that General Lafayette said that the bust of George Washington represented him better than any portrait of him. This is a must-see when you're in Boston and if you love history!

Great experience walking the church and the crypts. All the people working were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. There was some restoration going on which I enjoyed watched. They are revealing cherubs painted on the arches that were painted over. Definitely go visit, you don't need a lot of time maybe an hour or so.

very enjoyable self-guided tour. we took the audio option - nice to get all the additional info. lovely church. interesting history. well worth the stop.

Great tour and inexpensive. Very interesting, it's worth seeing at least once. Incredible history here. The cubes were bought by families for church revenue and decorated according to the families style and wealth. Multiple tours available, audio tour and a less expensive tour with just written material. It is worth coming here at least once. I'm

This is an interesting stop of Paul Revere fame, but offers much more than that. We opted for the audio tour and were glad we did. We got a much broader scope of Bostons history through the lense of the church. You are invited to sit in the unique box pews and take in the architecture while you listen. I would include it in a must see for a history buff to Boston.

If you like history this is a very cool spot.. seriously. You just can't walk in it's a $5.00 fee but it's worth it and an additional $5.00 gets you a tour of the crypts below. Feel free to ask questions to the docents inside and take photos. It's a quick walk from Little Italy. Boston is a place where old and new coincide and the history is really great. Also check out the little gift store next door.

The oldest church in Boston that is still standing is the Old North Church. Since I was here traveling I wanted to see how this church was. Woke up quite early to walk here and there were already a ton of people inside the church. Many people from young to old were here and you get to walk through the whole church and take photos of it. The inside looks very nice and kept well! They also have a gift shop next door as well. The light makes it look so beautiful inside and I'm sure that my photos didn't capture it well enough. But when I was here it felt amazing and quite peaceful. This is the most visited site to see and I can understand why.

Inside of church is is pretty good actually! A lot of historical information, guides. 4 stars Crypt "tour". Alex was our "guide". "Screamer" would be a better word. He is screaming during the whole "tour". Come on, we are standing in the narrow corridor, no one (besides him) is talking, it's quiet place. No need to scream at all! I made a mistake and was standing close to him during first 5 mins. After that I went all behind so I don't get deaf! When someone is screaming, I can't understand what person is talking, so I could say that I didn't hear anything during that tour. So if you "mute", then there is nothing interesting down there. There ONE thing - narrow coffin. It's not worth it!! They told me that crypt tour would be 15 minutes. Alex was screaming for 35 minutes. Because of him I got to the next tour (Bell tower) 7 minutes later. That tour is actually 15 minutes. So I missed almost a half!!! That tour was better, but it's also a scam. You won't see any bells because "stairs are narrow, it's not safe". Well, if your weight is more than 100kg - then sure. So much disappointment for an oldest church in town :-/

The Old North Church is one of the more well known and famous landmarks along the Freedom Trail. This is the church where Paul Revere hung the lanterns to want the people of Charlestown that the British were coming. Today it is a museum and historical site. It cost a small fee to get inside, but worth the money to experience the history of the building. They also have a nice sized gift shop and they are open during the afternoon and evenings. It actually still operates as a church, so keep that in mind if walking the trail on a Sunday.

Very underwhelming, was really excited to go down and see the crypt but it's basically a hallway made of bricks which half of his closed off. Person down there only accepts tickets and doesn't have much information, no artifacts or cool tidbits out to read. Save your money and just look at the pictures on yelp.

This place is such a cool spot to get a bit of history. One if by land, two if by sea! We came by land, so just a single light needed to give the warning on our arrival. The statue is really cool of course, but I also enjoyed walking around he rest of the area of the park and the Old North Church. I especially enjoyed finding a little iron-fenced off area to sit for a short break. It is inspired by St. Francis. The serenity was noticeable even in a loud, bustling city. The birds and squirrels seem to know they belong there. Don't miss the Old North Church gift shop before you leave. I got a few fun souvenirs to remind me of my visit.

There is alot of history regarding this church, and the role it had in the war. I would not do this church any justice, if I was to write about the things i learned on this tour. I would forget so many great details, about this church and the people involved with it. That you wouldn't think this place is worth mentioning. So I strongly suggest you Google or take a tour of this church. The inside is really amazing, I enjoyed the fact the pews had information plates on who owned them and the status of a person that sat there. They even showed where the slaves, and the poor sat. I suggest if you can't visit here, read about this church.

We just pass by to see why it is a tourist spot. Probably the history makes it but for someone who just wants something cool, nothing much to see. Typical old church infrastructure. There is no flat elvation for strollers when u use the back so u need to turn around the street. There is no parking space so find a garage

For history this is famous. What I found out the history may or may not be true. Paul Revere may or may not have made his famous ride signaled by the lamps in the steeple. The whole population knew the British were coming and they also knew they had to either come by land or sea. So Longfellow's poem had to rhyme and that my friends is the real truth. Beautiful historic and iconic.That is the Old North Church real heritage.

Home of one of the most famous revolutionary stories we all read in grade school. Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere centers around the bell tower of this historic church. (One if by land, two if by sea...) This old church is very well preserved for being well over 200 years old. The self tour of this church and grounds is $8 (I think). It's a few dollars more for a guided tour that goes into the famous bell tower. There are people (employees) all round the grounds that will answer any questions or tell you some stories for free. We took the "hop on/hop off" bus to get there. The bus tour gave us 1/2 off pricing at the church. One bad thing about the bus stop is that it's a few blocks from the church... mostly uphill! On the way to the church is a really old cemetery, so that's a interesting place to take a break from your uphill walk. One thing that I was really surprised by in the church was the set up. Instead of pews, there were boxes with seats in them. Seemed a bit elitist or weird for a church. Maybe the beginning of "boxed seats" at the theater or sporting events?!! Behind the church opens up into Paul Revere Park that has a really nice stature of Paul on a horse. It also leads to an old Catholic Church which was the place that JFK's mother was baptized. As part of the Freedom Trail Tour, this is a must stop for history buffs or people like myself, who just love seeing and being at places where awesome history happened.

To see the church that Paul Revere had lanterns hung in the steeple to warn of the movement of the British Army was outstanding. To envision the British banging on the door to grab you for treason while you jump out a window after hanging the lanterns is also hard to comprehend. This was also the first church I'd been in that the pews were purchased by the church members so rather than benches they are little boxes with the "renter" outside on the door. Super interesting and another must stop when in Boston.

TEMPORAL DISAPPOINTMENT SEEMED AN ETERNAL DESPAIR I visited Boston in the summer of 2008. I don't travel often as I cannot afford to travel often. Therefore when I stopped by the entrance of the Old North Church (ONC), I was very disappointed that tourists were temporarily not allowed inside at the time, because some visiting choir from Canada was practicing rehearsals for some future performance there. I don't recall seeing any notice at the door with any such statement of temporary closure. So I proceeded to enter the church, when a lady informed me about the closure. So I asked if I could at least take a peek inside. She said yes. What I don't remember was whether that was contingent on her getting an OK from her superior whom she first had to ask, or whether her superior immediately arrived (then she immediately left) and then interjected, saying "no." In the former case, then I was a bit immature for telling him that she said I could take a peek (like telling the captain that the lieutenant conditionally said it was OK). In the latter case, then I was not made aware of who was in charge (like telling the captain that the other captain said it was OK). In either case, he absolutely would not allow me to even take a peek inside the church for even a minute or so. It was not clear whether they were administrators of the ONC, or were associated with the visiting choir, or both. I COULD NOT JIBE WITH A BAD VIBE In 2015, I was a volunteer who read stories to memory care residents at a local assisted care living facility. So I now better appreciate not being disturbed. Therefore, if I lived anywhere reasonably close to Boston, it would not have been that big a deal. But being I only had one or two days to tour Boston, and that I live on the West Coast, and that I am not well heeled to travel, I figured that I may never get another chance to see the inside of this church. And so I pleaded with the man if I could take a peek inside. But unlike the lady, he was absolutely unbending, and vibrated that way too. CORDIALITY BREEDS SPIRITUAL CONSCIOUSNESS. INCORDIALITY BREEDS SPIRITUAL CONSTIPATION Today, 8/4/22, was the first time I read Yelp reviews on the ONC. The great majority gave 4 or 5 star reviews. But a couple 2 star reviews mentioned that 5 minutes was all it took to see everything. That, and having seen Yelp ONC photos showing similarity to other vintage East Coast churches I saw previously, consoled me at last. Yes, I was a bit overly insistent (my situation was my problem, not theirs/if they let me in, they'd have to let everybody in). What rankled me was that this man was equally overly insistent. Had he been a bit more cordial, matter-of-fact about it, and understanding of my situation, I would have felt much more ashamed of myself for my begging and pleading about it by now. But as it is, I had to get it off my chest. I hope the administration of the ONC might keep these things in mind when next they have a temporary closure to tourists, and act accordingly.

"The Red Coats are coming, the Red Coats are coming!" Hey, the story of how our country began and the role of the Minute Men and their courage is simply inspirational and provided the foundation for our 2nd Amendment. If you have the time, check out the Minute Man National Historical Park in Concord, MA. It is one of the best National Parks in the country. Check it out! Listed in Drive Across America: https://www.yelp.com/collection/4_4-FCUBHEQBq43u7DXRig

The Old North Church towers in the North End of Boston. Tip for first timers: you can walk down certain streets and obtain a better photograph than standing right next to the old Church. Different streets give you different angles. I believe this is pretty much a required destination if you visit Boston as a tourist.

I had the pleasure of photographing a wedding here. It's a beautiful church, with some of the most unique history and pews you've ever seen. Apparently each household had to purchase a pew seating area, and I've never seen walled-off sections in a church before. The staff were very friendly and it was amazing being in the church. Of course, the floorboards are very creaky, making it distracting during a church or wedding service, but that's just to be expected from such an old wooden building.

Full disclosure: I wasn't able to take the tour of the church. I was visiting Boston the weekend of Easter, and the church stopped tours earlier than usual on the Saturday before Easter because it is still used as a church. However, the man in the ticket booth said that no one would mind if I slipped in just to take a look inside, which was very thoughtful! So I did! And I'm so glad I did. As the city's oldest surviving church building, the Old North Church is very beautiful! And, without taking the tour, I know it played an interesting part in America's early history (in 1775, the church sexton and a vestryman climbed the steeple of the church and held two lanterns as a signal from Paul Revere that the British were marching to Lexintgon and Concord by sea - "one if by land, two if by sea"). Well worth a stop if you're walking the Freedom Trail or just exploring the North End!

It's always so fun to come and visit the old north church. I finally did a tour and going up into the bell tower is quite an experience. Highly recommend to all Rev war history nerds to do the tour, it's totally worth it.

Really good to see this historic church. It's so well kept inside. I plan to return for one of the handful of masses they do a year when they light the candle chandeliers as that must be a great sight. It's worth checking this out.

This was one of my favorite stops along the freedom trail! Learned a lot!

I'm so glad that we stopped and waited for the church to re-open to check out the inside of the church. While walking The Freedom Trail we found ourselves at Old North Church. It was a Sunday morning so the church was closed until Sunday service ended. We visited the gift shop to kill some time until we check out the inside of the church. Inside we knew the wait had been worth it. What a beautiful church with so much history. It was obvious that the church is an old building, but care has obviously been taken to preserve the building and to keep it in good condition. I love that they actually still use the church for Sunday service too. The pews were surrounded by low walls with doors to enter. We were able to sit in the pews and listen to a speaker give information and the historical relevance of the Old North Church. It was interesting just to sit in the church and take it all in. Upon entering there is an optional donation box in which they request a nominal donation of a few dollars.

One of Boston's most important historical sites, the Old North Church towers above the North End neighborhood like a sentinel -- much as it did in April of 1775, when Paul Revere and three fellow patriots briefly lit two lanterns in its steeple to warn colonists across the Charles River of the impeding arrival of British troops. A visit to the church today is one of the best experiences on the Freedom Trail, offering a glimpse into life in colonial Boston in the days of the American Revolution. Stroll through the sanctuary, where hundreds of American families have worshipped since its construction in 1723 (Sunday services are still held today), and imagine the conversations that occurred in these pews as the colony lurched toward independence with Great Britain. The guided tour is well worth the $10 price of admission -- it takes you into the cramped but fascinating Crypt below the church, where an estimated 1,100 bodies were buried until its closure in 1860. You'll then ascend two flights of stairs to the bell-ringing room beneath the steeple, to learn how the church's famous bells are hand operated. The full tour takes about 30 minutes, and our guide did an outstanding job bringing to life the history of the church and its role in Boston's colonial community. Behind the church, there's a chocolate shop and a small garden, and the famous Paul Revere statue is just a short walk away (though access was closed on my visit, due to renovation work). When you visit to Old North Church is finished, take the short walk up Hull Street to Copps Hill Burial Ground -- one of Boston's largest historical cemeteries. Old North Church is a MUST for any visitor to Boston, and one of the best ways to experience firsthand the impact of the American Revolution.

Hit the Old North Church this past weekend. Really enjoyed the Church itself. It is set up to tell a great story and is accessible and "user friendly" in terms of a self-guided story. Staff are incredibly polite and helpful. Also paid for the crypt tour. Our guide did a tremendous job explaining the crypt, its purpose, how it worked in terms of interment, etc. Frankly, though, not worth the extra money. All in all, I really enjoyed getting this little bit of history.

This historic spot on the freedom trail is definitely worth a look. While there's no cost to enter, show them some love and drop a few bucks into the donation box-it goes for the upkeep of the place. It's interesting to imagine the history in this place and spend some time browsing around the church cubicles. There's a helpful person stationed there to answer your question and help you get the most from your visit. Expect to spend around 30 minutes.

Visited during a recent business trip to Boston after wandering while enjoying a cannoli from Mike's Pastry. The high rating is more related to historical significance versus experience; still, it's a cool piece of tangible history that, for me, acted like a time capsule supplement for lessons learned long ago. I couldn't help but think "this is where Paul Revere's ride began." Pretty cool.

Definitely come here if you are interested in Boston's Revolutionary history! Entrance to the church is "pay as you will" donations (they even have the original donation box!), so come in and take a look around. Be sure to ask questions- the staff there are very enthusiastic and knowledgeable! Better yet, go to the gift shop and do a "Behind the Scenes" tour for a mere $6 (I think? My memory is failing me!). You are taken to the level above the altar and the level below the bells. You will learn a lot about the steeple and the bells ....and you even go below the church to the crypt! (both the modern and the older one....) .... very interesting!

The famous "One if by land, and two if by sea" signal is said to have been sent from this church. We all read the book, Paul Revere's midnight ride. I thought he was the one who went up the steeple and hang two lanterns and wanted to see them. However during my visit there, I learned it was his idea but it wasn't him actually hang two lanterns. Free admission but they suggest $3 adult and $1 kid donation and I was happy to do so to help preserve this historical church. Once inside, I had chance to talk to staff there and learned about what actually might happened on that day. No one knows the truth as they didn't leave any records to avoid treason. One lantern I saw up there wasn't from the original. It was left from the ceremony they do every year. So, it wasn't what I imagined my visit was going to be just because my lack of understanding for history, but It was so worth the visit. These two lanterns hanged here changed the history. Interior of the Old North Church was beautiful. It's nothing like other churches I visited before. They have individual small cubical style for each family to use. I still don't know why it is designed like that but never seen like this before. Highly recommend visiting here, a very important piece of American Revolutionary War.

If you go to Boston you've got to go to the Old North Church! It was my favorite spot on the Freedom Trail. My travel companion and I both happen to be students so we both spent $8 and did the behind the scenes tour. Overall it was about 40 minutes (give or take) and it takes you up into the Bell tower and below the church into the crypts. It was fun to learn and the tour guides are have a good sense of humor and none of it felt stuffy or rehearsed. If you aren't a student the tickets are $10 for an adult, but it is still totally worth it!

This place has sooooo much history that you honestly cannot give it a bad review unless it was a problem with the staff...and hence we had none. We walked through the church and sat in the various boxes where dignitaries, the elite, and even presidents sat. To see how the seats were "claimed" with their own placards was interesting..and the selection of positioning based on the whose who was also interesting...but the thing we enjoyed most, that we had to pay extra for, was the catacomb tour! This was great and the little gal that was our tour guide was very knowledgeable and quick with the answers to any questions asked! The only thing that could have made this better is that we did it on Halloween!

Mongo like old church. Mongo learn more history about the "other" Paul Revere at here. A Lot! Mongo feel very pate-tree-odd-tick at here. Mongo say you go here. Mongo think you like old church. A Lot! Mongo's Midnight Ride... Listen, my children, and you shall know Of the midnight ride of Mongo... Mongo said to Mongo friend, "If the British march By land or sea from the town tonight Hang a lantern aloft in the belfry-arch Of the North Church tower, as a signal-light One if by land, and two if by sea And Mongo on the opposite shore will be Ready to ride and spread the alarm the country folk to be up and to arm... You know the rest. In the books you have read How the British Regulars fired and fled How the farmers gave them ball for ball From behind each fence and farmyard wall And so through the night went Mongo's cry of alarm To every Middlesex village and farm A voice in the darkness, a knock at the door And a word that shall echo forevermore! In the hour of darkness and peril and need The people will waken and listen to know The hurrying hoof-beats of that steed And the midnight message of Mongo... (mic drop)

Beautiful old church in the North End, just as the name suggests. Didn't do a tour or anything, just strolled in to explore. They've done a wonderful job of keep the place in one piece but still historically accurate. I'd never been in a colonial American church before, so the "boxed seating" inside was interesting to say the least. Reminds me of Mets games growing up. As a history buff, this was great to stop in briefly before hitting Mike's Pastry. Definitely an asset in this culturally rich area (the Italian food doesn't hurt either).

It's the original Old North Church and if you know anything about America, then you know how important this was to the Revolutionary War. A lovely structure, but it's buried back in the twisty turny parts of the North End district. On the way here, you'll pass some amazing Italian restaurants and bakeries. Make it a point to stop! It's still one of the tallest structures in the area, even if you can't quite see it until you're right on top of it. Interestingly, the actual lantern is in the Concord Museum - a good half hour from here.

One if by land, two if by sea...American History! It was in this church steeple where two lanterns were held high, signaling Paul Revere's warning that the British were headed to Concord and Lexington by sea. The Church has incredible history, and it's palpable once you get inside. The small white boxes for pews that people have leased for centuries seemed like little animal pens you find on farms. They are very unique! Some were decorated with fine needlepoint knee rests and cushions, others had placards noting famous people and Statesmen that had once worshipped at Old North Church. A must stop on the Freedom Trail!

If you walk the Freedom Trail in Boston, then you cannot miss the Old North Church! If you are a fan of American History, then you must stop here! Very historical! One of the "must see" places in Boston.

The Old North Church is the oldest standing church building in Boston. William Price designed the church after studying the London churches designed by Christopher Wren. William Price didn't have to look far for Britain. The British were coming. They weren't coming to sing "I Wanna Hold your Hand" and "I Can't Get No Satisfaction." They were coming to take control of the phlegmatic settlements in the New World. Fast forward 52 years from the Old North Church was built in December 1723 to April 18, 1775; and history would be made. On this very famous night the famous "one if by land and two if by sea signal" would forever change the events of history. This event would be so significant that if Paul Revere did not partake in his midnight ride on April 18, 1775 and Robert Sexton never climbed up the 174 foot high steeple to hang the two lanterns to warn the Patriots across the Charles River in Charlestown of the British; the Old North Church could of been a Great Britain business listing. As the following events in history occured, the Revolutionary War occured then ultimately the United States won. 241 years after that famous Paul Revere Midnight ride; I explored the Old North Church with my dad and brother. It was the second stop on a southbound walk along the Boston Freedom Trail from the North End approach to the Rose Kennedy Greenway separating the North End from Government Center. From the walk along the Freedom Trail, I highly recommend travelling southbound. This provides a superior viewpoint of the Old North Church. When you begin the Freedom Trail walk south of the Charlestown Bridge, once you approach the crest of the hill on Hull Street at Copps Hill Burial Ground the same historic church that could be seen across the Charles River in 1775 is clearly in view. First I highly recommend visiting Copps Hill Burying Ground which is a Freedom Trail point of interest. When we walked down the hill of Hull Street the church grew larger. With every progression forward, we were stepping back in history. When we crossed Salem Street, we went inside the Old North Church. Admission is free. However, they appreciate a donation of at least $1. By the way, this is an active Episcopal church with services. The inside of the church is historic in every sense of the word. Here are some facts. The same pews have been in use since 1723. The brass chandeliers were imported from Europe in 1724. There are burial tombs in the basement that have been in use between 1732 and 1860. According to "Eyewitness Travel Boston," the steeple has the first set of church bells in North America. If that isn't enough facts, it also has the oldest still running clock in North America. Because the Old North Church is on the Freedom Trail, it is a point of interest interconnected with important Boston points of interest. When we continued east on the Freedom Trail we explored the connected gardens and outdoor spaces along the Paul Revere Mall. Further east before tell Trail turns south stands the Paul Revere equestrian statue with a distant view of the Old North Church. Once the Trail turns south the next stop is the Paul Revere House. The Old North Church is as good as it gets. I highly recommend seeing it when touring the Boston Freedom Trail and the North End.

Must see. I was so impressed I decided to donate because I would want others to check it out one day. There's no entry fee but a suggested donation of $3 dollars for adults. It's old, but was informed still active. There's a gentleman in the middle who informs and answers question abt Boston or the church. Normally, some Tours I feel just read Frm their notebook or what they should have memorized for the tour but I feel this guy knows his history and it was great listening to him.