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
Rising over Boston’s Back Bay, the Prudential Center is a 23-acre urban landmark that blends shopping, dining, entertainment, and breathtaking city views. Anchored by the
Widely regarded as one of the greatest concert halls in the world, Boston’s Symphony Hall has set the gold standard for acoustics since its opening
Since 1905, Stone Zoo has been a wildlife haven in the Greater Boston area, spanning 26 acres and home to over 1,000 animals from around
Once a dumping ground for Boston’s waste, Spectacle Island has undergone a stunning transformation into a 5-mile-long green retreat in the heart of Boston Harbor
A weekend must-visit for creatives and food lovers, SoWa Open Market transforms Boston’s South End into a bustling hub of local artisans, farmers, and food
Discover the birthplace of America’s iron industry at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site, where the first integrated ironworks in the New World revolutionized colonial
Founded in 1866, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University is one of the oldest and most influential anthropology museums in the
Established in 1896, Revere Beach is America’s first public beach and remains a beloved seaside destination just five miles north of Boston. With three miles
Perched atop the Prudential Tower, View Boston is the city’s premier observation deck, offering stunning 360-degree views from 700 feet above the streets. From the
Once a stretch of elevated highway dividing the city, the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is now a thriving 1.5-mile urban park in the heart of
One of the most prestigious art museums in the world, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) houses an astonishing collection of over 500,000 works,
Founded in 1660, the Granary Burying Ground is one of Boston’s oldest and most historically significant cemeteries, serving as the final resting place for Revolutionary
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
Just steps from Harvard Square, the Harvard Art Museums house one of the most significant art collections in the United States. Comprising three historic museums—the
Harvard Square, the historic heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, sits just across the Charles River from downtown Boston and has been a hub of intellectual and
Harvard Yard is the historic and symbolic heart of Harvard University, the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States, founded in 1636. Located
The Hatch Memorial Shell is Boston’s most iconic outdoor music venue, located on the Charles River Esplanade. Best known as the home of the Boston
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is a Venetian-inspired palace filled with one of the most eclectic and extraordinary private art collections in the world. Opened
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is a striking waterfront tribute to America’s 35th president, capturing the ideals, challenges, and aspirations of the
Towering 790 feet over Boston’s Back Bay, 200 Clarendon—formerly the John Hancock Tower—is the tallest building in New England and an icon of modernist architecture.
Boston’s Museum of Science is one of the oldest and most renowned science museums in the U.S., tracing its roots back to 1830 as the
The first garden cemetery in the United States, Mount Auburn revolutionized how Americans honor the dead—and in the process, inspired the creation of public parks
Originally founded in 1971, the MIT Museum brings the world-changing discoveries of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology into the public eye. Recently relocated to a
Stretching across 2,575 acres, Middlesex Fells Reservation is one of Greater Boston’s largest green spaces, offering over 100 miles of mixed-use trails for hiking, biking,
Standing atop Beacon Hill, the Massachusetts State House is one of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks. Completed in 1798, it was designed by Charles Bulfinch, one
The Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge, known locally as “The Zakim,” is one of Boston’s most striking landmarks and a modern engineering marvel.
The John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site preserves the birthplace and childhood home of the 35th U.S. president. Nestled in Brookline, this modest three-story house
A symbol of defiance, adaptation, and history, King’s Chapel holds the distinction of being New England’s first Anglican congregation and Boston’s first state-sanctioned, non-Puritan church.
A house with two extraordinary legacies, the Longfellow House – Washington’s Headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is where American history and literature intertwine. This elegant Georgian
At LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston, LEGO lovers of all ages can dive into a brick-filled adventure at Assembly Row in Somerville. This indoor attraction boasts
Boston Public Market is the first all-local, indoor market of its kind in the United States. Open year-round, this bustling marketplace near the North End
A coastal playground just minutes from downtown, Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is a breathtaking collection of 34 islands and peninsulas offering a
First lit in 1716, Boston Light is the oldest lighthouse in the United States. Standing on Little Brewster Island in Boston Harbor, this historic beacon
On March 5, 1770, the Boston Massacre unfolded in front of the Old State House, marking a pivotal moment in America’s path to independence. What
Established in 1848 as America’s first large free municipal library, the Boston Public Library (BPL) is both an architectural masterpiece and a cultural landmark. Its
Fairsted, the Brookline estate where Frederick Law Olmsted lived and worked, became America’s first professional landscape architecture firm. From this historic home and design studio,
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
Climb 294 steps to the top of Boston’s most famous Revolutionary War site, where the Battle of Bunker Hill changed history. On June 17, 1775,
Carson Beach is Boston’s most accessible oceanfront escape, offering sandy shores, calm waters, and skyline views just minutes from downtown. Part of a three-mile stretch
Spanning three miles along the Charles River, the Esplanade is Boston’s premier waterfront park, blending nature, history, and recreation in the heart of the city.
Located within Boston’s largest green space, Franklin Park, this 72-acre zoo offers up-close encounters with 1,000+ creatures big and small, from majestic lions and towering
A Civil War-era fortress, panoramic harbor views, and one of Boston’s most famous ghost stories make Georges Island a must-visit destination. Located seven miles offshore,
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
A seven-mile chain of lush green spaces winding through the heart of Boston, the Emerald Necklace is one of Frederick Law Olmsted’s greatest landscape achievements.
Once a place of exile, a prisoner-of-war camp, and an internment site for Native Americans, Deer Island has transformed into one of Boston’s most scenic
Once known as Art Square, Copley Square was renamed in 1883 to honor John Singleton Copley, a Boston-born painter who became one of colonial America’s
Founded in 1801, the Boston Navy Yard built and repaired warships for 175 years, playing a crucial role in the rise of the U.S. Navy.
Once a strategic military outpost, now a beloved Boston landmark, Castle Island blends over 350 years of history with stunning harbor views. Originally a true
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
Boston City Hall is one of the most debated buildings in the city—a bold, Brutalist concrete structure that has been both praised as an architectural
Founded in 1913, Boston Children’s Museum is one of the oldest and most influential children’s museums in the world. Designed for interactive, hands-on learning, the
Founded in 1807, the Boston Athenaeum is one of America’s oldest and most distinguished independent libraries. Nestled on Beacon Street, this hidden gem blends the
The Black Heritage Trail winds through Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood, connecting sites that celebrate the history and legacy of free Black communities in the 19th
A living museum and research facility, the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University spans 281 acres in Jamaica Plain and Roslindale, offering one of the most
Adams National Historical Park in Quincy, Massachusetts, preserves the birthplaces and homes of two U.S. presidents: John Adams and John Quincy Adams, as well as
Hidden in Beacon Hill, Acorn Street is one of Boston’s most iconic and picturesque streets, known for its perfectly preserved 19th-century charm. Lined with Federal-style