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The 170-year-old Quincy Market, located directly behind Faneuil Hall, served as Boston's wholesale food distribution center until the 1960s. Today, the food stalls inside this stately granite building offer culinary delights to thousands of visitors a day, selling everything from calzones to gourmet soup to frozen yogurt. We consider it an absolute necessity to visit Quincy Market on an empty stomach because it is impossible to sniff all the mouthwatering smells without wanting to taste a little bit of everything. It is also important to go with at least one friend so that you can share and compare your dishes. Make sure to try some of Boston's famous seafood, like a hearty bowl of clam chowder or a plate of fresh oysters, and choose from pastries, fudge, candy, Italian ice or ice cream for dessert. We recommend that you find a table in the center atrium first or you could wind up eating in the standing room only section. Surrounding the perimeter of Quincy Market is a semi-enclosed mall where local artisans and entrepreneurs peddle their crafts in small carts. You can find some truly unique gifts here, including items which can be personalized with name tags or special designs. In general, these mini-shops are quite affordable as well as one-of-a-kind. A few larger establishments also operate in this area; recently, the most talked-about of these has been Cybersmith, a virtual reality haven that offers Internet exploration sessions and test runs of the newest interactive video games for young and old alike. Try their $10 "Ultimate Virtual 4-Pack," which includes samplings of their virtual reality games, two rides on their virtual ski run, the "sight, sound and smell" experience, and a 15-minute guided tour of the Internet. Leave a Comment
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| | | | Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market: FANEUIL HALL/QUINCY MARKET | Tip Rating: | | | | |
In 1742, Peter Faneuil, Boston’s wealthiest merchant at the time, had Fanueil Hall built as a gift to the city. The edifice was home to merchants of all types and fishermen. It is best known as being a platform for the country's most famous speakers. The Sugar Act in 1764 was first protested here by the colonists and the doctrine of "no taxation without representation" was established here. Here George Washington toasted the nation on its first birthday. Over the last two and a half centuries Faneuil Hall has played host to many famous speakers including Oliver Wendall Holmes, Susan B. Anthony, Bill Clinton and Ted Kennedy. Fanueil Hall has been nicknamed "The Cradle of Liberty." Faneuil Hall was expanded in 1826 to accomodate it's growing clientel and merchants. This is when Quincy Market was added. Quincy Marcket is named for former Boston mayor Josiah Quincy. By the mid-1900's, the buildings of Fanueil Hall and Quincy Marcket had fallen into great disrepair and many stood empty. The vision of Jim Rouse, Benjamin Thompson and Mayor Kevin White, brought these broken down buildings from dilapidated structures to what it is today. This renovation forever changed the look of downtown Boston. Today Fanueil Hall and Quincy Market attract more than 18 million visitors annually. Dozens of shops, carts and kiosks make up this wonderful shopping district in downtown Boston. As a college freshman, this was where I went to shop for a dress to wear on my first date with Robert. I also performed my first Kareoke number with my friend Beth here in 1992. This is also the place responsible for all my college credit card debt. Hard core shoppers will find it difficult not to spend a bundle of cash in the varying shops. As a side note, located somewher amogst the shops used to be the best chocolate shop I've ever been to. If it's still there, try the chocolate covered raspberries, they are divine. Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm, Sunday from noon to 6pm. Restaurants have extended hours. Address: 4 South Market Building, 5th FloorPhone: Phone: 617-523-1300Website: http://www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/index.html Other Contact: Fax: 617-523-1779
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| | | | Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market: Faneuil Hall & Markets | Tip Rating:  | | | | |
It's a little hard to describe Faneuil Hall and the marketplaces. This area is best described as a layout of the letter E. The straight supporting line that connects the bars could be described as Faneuil Hall. Faneuil Hall (pronounced like you are saying the word "annual" with the letter "F" in front) began in 1764 as the "Cradle of Liberty", Sam Adams and the Sons of Liberty rallied colonists to assert their independance during the American Revolution. Today, the Faneuil Hall building mainly hosts Boston tourism merchandise, such as keychains and tshirts and other gifts. The South and North Markets are the top and bottom lines of the letter E. There you will find upper-scale shops as Victoria's Secret, Origins, Nine West, Crabtree & Evelyn and more. Quincy Market however, the middle line of the letter E, is truly what all the commotion is about - food. And then more food. As well as unique little gifts and did I mention the food? With more than 40 restaurants and snack parlours inside it can be easily frustrating to try and decide what to eat. From Bubble Tea - to Boston Chowda, from Italian, to Mexican, to Bombay cuisine and Philedelphia steak and hoagies - its all here. Craving a warm jalapeno pretzel? We got it here and then finished up with a chocolate chip cookie the size of our head. What a great, plentiful marketplace. Be sure to check their website or call for concerts, art fesitvals and special events that frequently take place here. This is Boston! No admissions, this is a shopping center. Retail Stores: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm Quincy Market Foods opens early every day and the pubs are open late every evening. Best parking option is 75 State Street or under the Boston Common. Leave a Comment Address: Congress & State StreetPhone: (617) 523-1300Website: www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/
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