National Historical Park · MA

Things to do in Minute Man

The National Park Service lists 7 things to do at Minute Man National Historical Park. 7 have no extra fee, 7 need no reservation, and 5 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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All (7) Guided Tours (2)Living History (2)Biking (1)Front-Country Hiking (1)Junior Ranger Program (1)
A wide dirt trail flanked on either side by a low stone wall. Trees shade the stone walls and trail
Photo: NPS Photo

Bike The Battle Road Trail

The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington.

1-4 Hours Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Biking

A man in colonial clothing shouts and points across a field at militia soldiers shooting.
Photo: NPS Photo

Guided Tours & Special Programs

Minute Man offers a variety of special events and ranger programs to the visiting public. These programs run from Memorial Day weekend in May through the end of October.

30-120 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Guided Tours

Revolutionary War soldier with a musket standing beneath a painted wooden tavern along a dirt roada
Photo: NPS photo

Hike the Battle Road Trail

The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington.

1-4 Hours Year-round Pets allowed

Front-Country Hiking

Junior Ranger Activity at Minute Man NHP

Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet to guide your exploration of the park at Minute Man Visitor Center in Lexington or North Bridge Visitor Center in Concord. Complete the activities as you visit different sites in the park.

1-4 Hours Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

A wooden house sits in an open grassy field. Three people in colonial clothing press cider in front.
Photo: NPS Photo

Visit Hartwell Tavern

Hartwell Tavern is a restored 18th century home located along the Battle Road in Minute Man National Historical Park. Hartwell Tavern is open in June and July 2025 Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. August 2025 hours will be announced soon!

5-90 Minutes Summer, Fall

Living History

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Minute Man. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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