Things To Do
The Emma and Eliot Tour
Mexico Lindo (449 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176) - Where we had our first date. If you're looking for an excellent margarita with a side of nachos, this is the place to go. Bit Bar (278 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970) - Our favorite "barcade," filled with old school games and pin ball. Another one of our first dates took place here. Emma recommends the Princess Peach cocktail, Eliot recommends the Danky Kang. The New England Aquarium (1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110) - One of (if not the) best aquariums in the country. Multiple floors filled with fish! If you've never smelled a penguin before, this is your chance! Eliot took Emma to the aquarium on the day he proposed.
History Tour
Big American History buff? Say no more, Boston is the place to be! -Walk along the Freedom Trail. A 2.5 mile walk that highlights 16 historical sights. -Boston Public Garden & Boston Common – While not museums, these are historically significant public spaces. -Boston Duck Tours – Fun historical city tour by land and water.
Fenway Park
Try to catch a game at one of the most iconic ball parks in the country!
For the Foodies
Boston food is seafood-heavy New England comfort food mixed with great Italian and modern global cuisine. Here's a breakdown of some popular neighborhoods: - North End: Boston’s Little Italy — old-school and iconic - South End: Boston’s foodie hotspot for modern restaurants. - Chinatown: Real-deal Asian food in the heart of the city - Back Bay: Elegant dining near shopping and landmarks - Cambridge: Creative, global food near Harvard & MIT - Somerville: Indie, hip, local.
Brewey Tour
The Boston area is home to many craft breweries. And in the summer, you can find lots of beer garden pop ups! - Harpoon Brewery – Historic Boston brewery with a spacious taproom in the Seaport. - Samuel Adams Boston Brewery – The original Boston Beer Company brewery with tours and tastings. - Trillium Brewing - Fort Point & Trillium - Fenway – Highly regarded brewery with a rotating selection of creative beers. - Night Shift Brewing - Lovejoy Wharf – Classic local brewery with varied styles. - Castle Island Brewing - South Boston – Waterfront brewery with friendly vibes. - Downeast Cider - East Boston - a craft hard cider from New England, made with fresh-pressed apples instead of concentrate.
Further North
Maine is one of our favorite vacation destinations. We recommend the coastal towns of Kennebunkport, Portland, and Ogunquit. All are within a two hour drive from Boston. Maine is filled with good food and people. Lots of beautiful beaches and even more beautiful lobster rolls.
Further South
Cape Cod! Cape Cod is a classic New England beach destination — small towns, seafood, beaches, and laid-back summer vibes.
