She’s known as “Old Ironsides” and it’s claimed that she’s the world’s oldest commissioned warship still afloat. The ship is open for free guided tours throughout the year. Each tour is narrated by several of USS Constitution’s active-duty United States Sailors and consists of four stations through the ship’s top three decks, with tours beginning every half-hour from 10am to 5.30pm. Each tour accomodates approximately 80 people. There’s loads to see onboard and there’s also the museum building nearby with additional displays. We really enjoyed our trip onboard. The ship is docked at Charlestown Navy Yard and is a stop on many of the tour bus routes. This is an extract from our free Boston City Guide.
USS Constitution is one of six ships ordered by George Washington to protect America’s growing maritime interests. The nickname of “Old Ironsides” comes from the ships greatest glory when she defeated four British frigates in 1812. It is said that the cannon balls simply bounced off her thick hull. The ship was restored in 1927 with contributions from US school children.
The USS Constitution is open daily from 10am to 6pm in the summer and from 10am to 4pm in the winter. Admission is free.
LOCATION & CONTACT
Address: USS Constitution Museum, 1 Constitution Rd, Charlestown, MA 02129, United States.
Tel: +1 617 242 7511
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