Stop 13 of 16 · North End · mile 1.6
Old North Church
Boston's oldest standing church building.
Why it matters
"One if by land, two if by sea" — two lanterns hung in its steeple on April 18, 1775.
Visiting Old North Church
Built in 1723, Christ Church in the City of Boston is still an active Episcopal congregation.
Behind the church, the Paul Revere Mall frames a classic photo of Revere's statue and the steeple.
This stop is in The North End. Read the complete Freedom Trail guide to plan the rest of your walk.