Historic site

Castle Island

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Tips from locals

Sarju
July 7, 2021
Castle Island is a peninsula in South Boston on the shore of Boston Harbor. In 1928, Castle Island was connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land and is thus no longer an island. It has been the site of a fortification since 1634 and is currently a 22-acre (8.9 ha) recreation site and the location of Fort Independence. Castle Island anchors Pleasure Bay Beach. It offers a harbor walk with stunning views (cold breeze)/beach/history/play area.
Castle Island is a peninsula in South Boston on the shore of Boston Harbor. In 1928, Castle Island was connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land and is thus no longer an island. It has been the site of a fortification since 1634 and is currently a 22-acre (8.9 ha) recreation site and the l…
Jasmine
October 20, 2019
This is a beautiful historic place to learn, have a picnic, walk around and look at the beautiful scenery, eat and enjoy some ice cream.
Wanda
September 4, 2019
Beach is only 10 min. drive
Victoria/Tim
August 4, 2019
See a special fort and Boston Harbor without taking the ferry
Tom
April 13, 2018
Great place to run to or walk with your family.

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Location
2010 William J Day Blvd
Boston, MA
D Street / West Broadway