United States Massachusetts Boston

The Bell In Hand Tavern

Established in 1795, this historic American pub claims the title of the nation's oldest continuously operating tavern, known for its lively ambiance.

Tips from the community

This block near Quincy Market holds a lot of historic significance for Boston. The original owner of the Bell In Hand was also Boston's town crier! Which means, if you wanted to get your news of the day in the 18th century, you went to the Bell In Hand.

mustangdmv 3 years ago

The Bell In Hand Tavern Guides

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    mustangdmv (Danielle Call)
    A trip to Boston is steeped in American History. You can walk the streets that Paul Revere walked, see where tea was thrown in the harbor (and see some of the actual tea - conservation is cool) and eat and drink in some of the historic institutions. But Boston has its own special tavern and bar history and these are some of the best bars to visit if you really want to drink like a local!