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Beacon Hill, named for the light that stood upon the hill in decades past,  now embodies the look and feel of historic Boston.  With gas-lamp streetlights and 19^th century style homes, most now converted to apartments, the Beacon Hill area is ideal for pleasant walks during any season.

Though the cobblestone and brick lined streets that run up to the unchanging row houses give the air of classic Bostonian Elite, it is the new elite that have taken over.  With its walking-distance proximity to the business district of downtown, apartments and condominiums have been carved into the once single-family homes, making Beacon Hill is as popular as ever. 

Geographically bounded on the West by the Charles River, area residents have easy access to the Esplanade (The walking path along the river) and the favored activities of running, skating, and biking along the banks of the Charles.  Visitors should be aware that crossing Storrow Drive (a four lane highway between Beacon Hill and the River) should only be done at the clearly marked overpasses.

To the area’s south, within walking distance, is the world famous Boston Common and Public Garden.  With the rose gardens, historic statues, and pleasant walks just within reach, it is no surprise why Beacon Hill is popular with Tourists and locals alike.

For those interested in the “must see” of the tourist traps, The Bull and Fitch Pub, is located on Beacon St.  Though the interior is different, the façade will be recognized as the one used on the Cheers television series. 

Some of the best views of the city are also accessible near the Beacon Hill Area.   From the Longfellow Bridge (an extension of Cambridge St. on the North end of Beacon Hill), you can enjoy the fantastic skyline at night and the lovely sailboats on the Charles River during the day.