Things To Do
Walk the Boston Freedom Trail
Visit the Freedom Trail: a 2.5-mile walking trail that takes you through 16 historical sites, including the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere's House, the Old North Church and the USS Constitution and Museum.
Take a Duck Tour
This is a unique way to see the city on land and water. These amphibious vehicles take you through the streets of Boston and then onto the Charles River.
See a Red Sox game at Fenway Park
Fenway is the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball and a must-visit for any sports fan. Sox play the Rays at Fenway on Wednesday 9/27!
Museums!
So many to choose from: the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) and the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) or starters ... https://www.mfa.org/ and https://www.icaboston.org/
Visit the New England Aquarium
The Aquarium is a popular attraction, featuring a giant ocean tank, a penguin exhibit, and sea lion shows.
Take a stroll in Boston Public Garden
This beautiful park is located in the heart of the city and features flower beds, historical statues, and the world-famous swan boat ride.
American History Galore!
Concord, Lexington, and Lincoln are home to countless sights, landmarks, and artifacts of the American Revolution. Minuteman National Park https://www.nps.gov/mima/index.htm and The Concord Museum https://concordmuseum.org/ are good places to start.
Explore the Boston Harbor Islands
A group of islands just a short ferry ride from Boston.
Get a Lobster at Woodman's of Essex
This longtime seafood house is a local treasure, and one of Steve and Lily’s favorite restaurants of all time. Serving huge portions of whole belly clams, fried fish, and fresh lobsters on display out front, Woodman’s is well worth the drive. Combine it with a trip to Wingaersheek Beach or scenic Gloucester, one of the country’s oldest fishing ports.
Visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Explore art from around the world housed in a magnificent setting, learn about Isabella Stewart Gardner, and be mystified by the site of the still-unsolved art heist.