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Copp's Hill Terrace

Open to the publicPark · Boston, MA
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A granite terrace of steps, knee-walls and cast-iron-topped balustrades built in the 1890s on the north slope of Copp's Hill, the North End's highest point; designed by Charles Eliot, it's the only Boston public park he designed, and its plaza overlooks Commercial Street and the harbor toward the Mystic River mouth.

What to expect

Parking
Metered metered, limited
Entry fee
Free, no admission
Accessibility
Not step-free: the terrace is a series of granite steps and landings ascending the hill from Commercial Street
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department 617-635-4505 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Metered
Costmetered, limited

What's here

On site

Benches
Many benches and tables overlooking the harbor

Not here

No drinking water
No drinking water confirmed on site

Common questions

Where do I park at Copp's Hill Terrace?
Metered (metered, limited).
Is there an entry fee at Copp's Hill Terrace?
Yes, Free, no admission
Is Copp's Hill Terrace wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free: the terrace is a series of granite steps and landings ascending the hill from Commercial Street

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-15. Official source. Updated 2026-07-16.