Boston Public Garden
Just outside of America’s first public park (Boston Common) sits America’s first public botanical garden: Boston Public Garden. Founded in 1837, this beautifully arranged collection
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Just outside of America’s first public park (Boston Common) sits America’s first public botanical garden: Boston Public Garden. Founded in 1837, this beautifully arranged collection
The centerpiece of Faneuil Hall Marketplace is Quincy Market, a 3-building complex of 100+ shops and food stalls in the heart of Boston. It was
The USS Constitution is a living legend: launched in 1797 and undefeated in battle, “Old Ironsides” earned its name when British cannonballs bounced off its
This 2.5 mile walking trail, marked by a paved line of red bricks and red paint, weaves through downtown Boston as it purposefully passes 16
Marvel at exquisite Glass Flowers, stand beneath towering dinosaur fossils, and explore a dazzling collection of meteorites, gemstones, and taxidermy at the Harvard Museum of
The Mary Baker Eddy Library is home to one of Boston’s most unique attractions—the Mapparium, a three-story stained-glass globe that lets you step inside a
With a name like World’s End, you’d expect something dramatic—and this stunning peninsula in Hingham Harbor delivers. Shaped by ancient glaciers and saved from development
Inside Boston’s TD Garden, The Sports Museum is where the city’s greatest athletic moments are immortalized. Covering a half-mile of exhibits, the museum showcases championship
A landmark of Boston’s art scene, the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) blends bold, thought-provoking exhibitions with a stunning waterfront location. Originally founded in 1936
The Paul Revere House isn’t just Boston’s oldest home (built in 1680)—it’s where one of the most famous events of the American Revolution began. On
A beloved Boston tradition for nearly 150 years, the Swan Boats glide through the Public Garden lagoon, offering a serene escape in the heart of
A stunning oceanfront escape just north of Boston, Nahant Beach Reservation offers a mile-and-a-half of sandy shoreline, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside strolls. With
One of Massachusetts’ most beloved beaches, Nantasket Beach in Hull offers soft sandy shores, rolling Atlantic waves, and breathtaking sunrises just 45 minutes from Boston.
A must-visit on Boston’s waterfront, the New England Aquarium is home to thousands of marine creatures, from playful sea lions and mesmerizing jellyfish to giant
An iconic stretch in Back Bay, Newbury Street is Boston’s premier destination for shopping, dining, and culture. Lined with historic 19th-century brownstones, the mile-long street
The Old North Church is where Paul Revere’s legendary “one if by land, two if by sea” signal was sent, igniting the American Revolution. On
The Old South Meeting House was the stage for one of the most pivotal moments in American history—the Boston Tea Party. On December 16, 1773,
The Old State House is the oldest public building in Boston and a landmark of the American Revolution. Built in 1713, it served as the
A towering landmark at the edge of Boston Common, Park Street Church has shaped American history since its founding in 1809. Once the tallest building
Nearly 43 miles around Boston’s harbor shoreline is a pedestrian walkway that connects the city’s 8 prominent waterfront neighborhoods: East Boston, Charlestown, North End, Wharf
Hop aboard a replica 18th-century ship for a live action performance and interactive exhibits telling the story of the Boston Tea Party. In 1773, as
As the oldest active stadium in Major League Baseball, the Boston Red Sox’ Fenway Park has many interesting features and quirks, the biggest of which
It’s nicknamed “The Cradle of Liberty” for good reason: this magnificent building is where colonists first insisted “no taxation without representation” (1764) and where President
This 50-acre park has played many parts over the centuries including a cow pasture, British war camp, and protest headquarters. Today it offers an urban