Boston Things to Do

 134 Reviews   If you had just one day in Boston and asked me what you should do, I would say definitely take the Freedom Trail. This 2.5 mile trail leads you through 16 of the top historical highlights of Boston... 

 47 Reviews  At one point, this street has earned the honor as "the most civilized street in America" (always thought it was Sesame Street when I was a kid!). The evidence is clear: graceful homes, pretty facades,... 

 55 Reviews   This ship, nicknamed “Old Ironsides” in the War of 1812 because the British cannon balls would deflect off her thick hull, is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, originally launched... 

 56 Reviews   Harvard University is the oldest university in the United States, established even before the country was – in 1636. It is one of the most prestigious universities in the USA and its alumni list is... 

 54 Reviews  If you are interested in the history but not seeing a game, a trip down Yawkee Way is still great fun. There are reasonably priced tours available inside the ballpark as well. If you go when there is... 

 91 Reviews   Boston Common is the oldest park in the United States. It is a wonderful place to walk around, jog, or just relax and read a book on a nice day. In the middle of the city, it is full of green grass... 

 62 Reviews   On a beautiful spring or summer day, what could be better than to ride in a swan boat in Boston’s Public Garden! Made famous in the children’s books Make Way for Ducklings and Trumpet of the Swan ... 

 38 Reviews  The Granary dating back to the 1660's is the city's second oldest cemetary. It contains the remains of many Revolutionary heroes. Here you'll find the graves of John Hancock, Samuel Adams, Thomas... 

 45 Reviews  The north end got a real start for Italian influence around late 1800's when immigrants came to the town to help construct the new State House. They were masons, skilled in mosaic tile floor laying... 

 38 Reviews  The Customs House was originally built along the Boston waterfront as offices for customs inspectors, but after years of filling in the harbor to expand the city, it now sits several hundred yards... 

 28 Reviews  We really enjoyed visiting the observatory and found it to be good value at about 12 dollars each. You travel up a high speed lift about 52 floors. The skywalk tour gives you great views of Boston.... 

 27 Reviews  Copley Place is usually a stop for us when we are in Boston. Both my wife and I enjoy a bit of retail therapy and this is a plce to get it done. This shopping center caters to more upscale stores and... 

 35 Reviews  While the aquarium itself is not dog friendly, the surrounding outdoor areas are wonderful. We enjoyed the seals and the stroll along the Harbor Walk. Parking is available nearby in the garage but can... 

 24 Reviews  77 Rowe Street Auburndale, Mass 02466 617-213-8400 Free Tour of Finagle’s Bagel-Making Facilities Tour our facility and see the bagel dough being made fresh every day. Enjoy our self-guided tour... 

 28 Reviews   “One if by land, and two, if by sea.” ~ number of lanterns to be set on the steeple of Old North Church to indicate how the British were coming. This is the famous church, the one American... 

 12 Reviews  Boston's Chinatown is a great place to wander. The Paifang welcomes you into Chinatown. We walked under the arch and explored the sights and smells of Chinatown. There are so many shops, markets and... 

 30 Reviews  If you haven't been to the MFA in a while, here's your excuse to go back. If you've never been, well..... that's pathetic! BUT we'll forgive you if you go check out the new American wing. You'll... 

 47 Reviews  Boston City centre is compact enough to be mostly explored on foot, whether following a specific route (such as The Freedom Trail) or just meandering. This is the thing about New England, this is... 

 13 Reviews  If you have kids with you, Museum Wharf is a must. There you will find the Children's Museum and the Computer Museum. I had a hard time dragging my nephew away from the Children's Museum! Even if you... 

 30 Reviews  Opposite Trinity Church this all glass tower stands out on the Skyline and is famous for the reflection of Trinty Church in its glass panes. Soon after the tower was built there was a huge problem on... 

 21 Reviews  Driving or walking along Massachusetts Avenue you will pass these beautiful buildings established by Mary Baker Eddy which are part of the large Christian Science Plaza which takes up the block... 

 32 Reviews  The "DUCK", an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. Your are first driven around Boston with a narrative tour of Boston's Historical sites. Then the "DUCK" goes into the... 

 21 Reviews  Well they probably don't but you shouldn't miss out on a photo opportunity. we didn't go inside the bar as we had already read up on it and knew that the inside bears no resemblance to the sitcom set....