Historical Churches Walking Tour (Self Guided), Boston

Boston's great churches are among the most precious of the city's numerous architectural jewels. What makes them special are their unique styles, elegant facades and long history.

Starting with the Old North Church, which towers in the city’s North End, this journey surely feels like taking a step back in time. Legend was made there, in the very place that Paul Revere waited for the famous signal; "One if by land, and two if by sea." Located in a setting filled with magnificent trees and plants, the building has been very well preserved over the years.

Next up, the King’s Chapel was the first Anglican Church in America (1686), and the construction alone – replacing the original wooden building – is worth a visit. Inside, there are plenty of design features, art, and specific adornments that make it unique.

The Tiffany art glass windows in the Church of the Covenant are another special find. For a nominal fee, you’ll receive an excellent tour of the building's numerous Tiffany stained-glass windows, and will be allowed to linger to your heart's content in the light of their majesty.

It’s really worth walking until the very end, to Copley Square, where the iconic Trinity Church immediately catches the eye. Its 19-century exterior in Romanesque style sure looks like a fairy-tale castle in the forest of high-rise modern buildings!

Take this self-guided walking tour to witness 7 wonders of Boston’s religious life. You you'll come away much richer from the experience – richer in many ways!