Experts' Choice Award Old State House
What the experts agree on
Boston's 1713 oldest public building anchors Downtown amid modern skyscrapers. Revolutionary hotspot where the Boston Massacre occurred and the Declaration was read from its balcony. Ornate interior features stained glass, murals, and carved mahogany
Fodor's "This colonial-era landmark has one of the most recognizable facades in Boston, with its State Street gable adorned by a brightly gilded lion and unicorn, symbols of British imperial power." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Dating to 1713, the Old State House is Boston’s oldest surviving public building, where the Massachusetts Assembly used to debate the issues of the day before the revolution." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The Boston Massacre took place outside the building in 1770, and on July 18, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read from its balcony." Full review
Not For Tourists "Oldest surviving public building in Boston."
Time Out "Incongruously but elegantly set in the midst of modern skyscrapers and congested traffic, this former legislative house is the oldest surviving public building in Boston." Full review
Afar Magazine "Explore the 300-year-old historic site where the Boston Massacre took place between British soldiers and an angry crowd in 1770." Full review
Frommer's "Built in 1713, this brick structure served as the seat of colonial government before the Revolution and as the state capitol until 1798." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Old State House has lived several lives over the last three centuries. Built in 1713, it's the oldest surviving public building in Boston, having once served as the seat of colonial..."
