Boston Landmarks — Points of Interest by Autio

Dungeon Rock’s Pirate Booty!

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:36:58 +0000

This rock gets its name from pirate Thomas Veal who was buried within it, supposedly along with his treasure, by an earthquake in 1658. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Mapparium

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:36:32 +0000

This world-famous, three-story immersive globe is one of the key attractions at the Christian Science Plaza and has been visited by more than 10 million people since it was constructed in 1935. Narrated by Ean Leppin.

Union Oyster House

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:36:02 +0000

In 1796 Louis Philippe, king of France from 1830 to 1848, lived in exile on the second floor, where he earned his living by teaching French to young women. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Boston Fish Pier

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:35:37 +0000

A city and pier that thrives on the fishing industry may soon need another name. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Beacon Hill History

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:35:10 +0000

Beacon Hill, the south side was once a middle class neighborhood for Black Americans Narrated by Bill Werlin.

JFK Birthplace National Site

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:34:44 +0000

John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, was born right here where he spent his storied childhood. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.

Welcome to Harvard

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:34:16 +0000

America’s most famous school is nearly 400 years old. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.

Hi Tech Kendall Square

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:33:32 +0000

Called "the most innovative square mile on the planet," owing to the high concentration of successful startups that have emerged. Narrated by Rodney Ingram.

Waltham, MA

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:32:31 +0000

Earning the town its nickname “Watch City,” the Waltham Watch Company was the first to make a watch on the assembly line. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Notable Newton, MA

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:31:50 +0000

One of many bragging rights is this town gave the name to the famous Fig Newtons. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Lowell, MA

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:31:07 +0000

It was America’s largest industrial complex in the 1840’s and had more cotton spindles than the 11 Confederate states combined. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Humble Start: John Adams Home

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:30:33 +0000

The birthplaces of the second and sixth president are only feet apart… and down the street from their resting place. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

South Boston's Dorchester Heights District

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:27:26 +0000

George Washington and his men built an entire fort here in Dorchester Heights… in a single night to defend Boston. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Fenway’s “Green Monster”

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:26:55 +0000

The great green wall in left field has been robbing home runs since 1912. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Boston Harbor Islands Rec Area

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:26:18 +0000

Made up of 34 islands, a former island, and one peninsula. Narrated by Bill Werlin.