Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge

The Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge is a modern, cable-stayed toll bridge in Boston that spans the Charles River. It connects the city’s downtown area with the North End and is part of the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-93). Named after Leonard Zakim, a civil rights leader, the bridge features a striking, tower-like design with sweeping cables that provide both support and aesthetic appeal. Opened in 2003, it enhances traffic flow and acts as a prominent architectural landmark, symbolizing connection and progress in Boston.