{"id":176823,"date":"2023-03-23T14:27:54","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T13:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=176823"},"modified":"2021-12-06T09:56:14","modified_gmt":"2021-12-06T04:26:14","slug":"castles-in-boston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/castles-in-boston\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Best Castles In Boston That Will Show You The Grandiosity Of The City!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Castles symbolized the power of a lord of a land during old times, slowly some evolved into administrative buildings while others dissolved into ruins. Castles are mostly associated with Britain and when thinking about them Boston isn’t exactly the place which comes to mind. But there are numerous noteworthy castles in Boston which are still standing and might interest you!<\/p>\n

9 Best Castles In Boston<\/h2>\n

If you are on a vacation with family and want to discover castles in Boston then here’s a list of top 10 ones which are full of old world charm and grandeur while also surviving in the current century.<\/p>\n

1. The Castle<\/h3>\n
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If you are on the lookout for castles in Massachusetts, Boston for weddings then this is it. Located conveniently in Back Bay on Arlington Street, one of the city’s historic neighborhoods which are also where Boston’s largest hotels are situated. The ceiling height is expansive and there are various rigging points which will allow one to put up the necessary audio, lighting to d\u00e9cor. The place has a historic feel while also keeping a blank slate for its guests to dress it up as they like.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> 130 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
\nEntry Fee:<\/strong> The rental fee per event is $11,500 for an empty and clean venue. The price is $5,500 each for any setup days outside of the actual event day.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> 10 Excellent Museums In Boston To Explore The Artistic Side Of The City!<\/a><\/p>\n

2. The Boston University Castle<\/h3>\n
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\nOut of all the castles in Boston, this is a famous one. This mansion, which is styled as a Tudor Revival and owned by the Boston University. The school uses it for concerts and receptions, but they do rent it out for special occasions and events too. There is the BU pub in the basement of the BU Castle, which is a must visit. It serves amazing sandwiches and drinks. But one needs to be either a faculty member, a student or an invited guest to get in. So make sure you know someone there.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> 225 Bay State Rd, Boston, MA 02215, USA<\/p>\n

3. Fort Independence<\/h3>\n
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\nThis granite bastion mansion once provided defenses for Boston. Situated on Castle Island, the fort is listed as one amongst the oldest fortified sites belonging to English origin in the country. It was first constructed in 1634 but was replaced in 1692 with a much better fortification called ‘Castle William’. The existing structure which stands now was made between the years 1833-1851. There is a persistent myth which surrounds the fort- that it is the inspiration behind a popular Edgard Allan Poe work”The Cask of Amontillado”.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> 2010 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127
\nTimings:<\/strong> Hours vary by day.
\nEntry Fee:<\/strong> Varies<\/p>\n

Suggested Read:<\/strong> Exciting And Thrilling Day Trips From Boston For A Memorable 2022 Vacation In The States<\/a><\/p>\n

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