Visiting Boston will delight you with its perfect blend of history, culture, entertainment, and natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for over 22 million travelers a year.
Boston's pivotal role in American history is present throughout the city, with attractions like the Freedom Trail, Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, and the Paul Revere House.
Above all, Boston is a visually stunning city, with its blend of historic and modern architecture, charming neighborhoods, and an active waterfront with spectacular views. Best of all, its compact size makes it easy to explore on foot.
There is so much to explore, from world-class museums like the Museum of Fine Arts and its prestigious universities such as Harvard and MIT to the New England aquarium celebrating Boston's connection to the sea.
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Boston Common Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible Established in 1634, Boston Common is America’s oldest public park. Puritan colonists purchased the land rights to the Common’s 44 acres from the first European settler of the area, Anglican minister William Blackstone. |
Massachusetts State House Beacon Hill Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchar Accessible, Restrooms, Braille,Large Print, Listening Device Designed by Charles Bulfinch, the ‘new’ and current State House has served as the seat of Massachusetts government since its opening in 1798. Holding the legislative and executive branches, it sits adjacent to the former site of the historic Hancock mansion. |
Park Street Church Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair access, Restrooms The church was founded in 1809, at the corner of Park and Tremont Streets, atop the site of Boston’s town grain storage building, or granary. Designed by Peter Banner, the 217 ft. steeple of Park Street Church was once the first landmark travelers saw when approaching Boston. |
Granary Burying Ground Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible Established in 1660, some of America's most notable citizens rest here. Named for the 12,000-bushel grain storage building that was once next door, the historic burying ground has approximately 2,300 markers. |
King's Chapel Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Founded in 1686 as Boston’s first Anglican church, King’s Chapel is home to over 330 years of history. The 1754 granite building still stands on the church’s original site: the corner of Boston’s oldest English burying ground. |
Boston Latin School Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Boston Latin School, founded on April 23, 1635, is the oldest public school in America. It offered free education to boys - rich or poor - while girls attended private schools at home. Until the completion of the schoolhouse in 1645, classes were held in the home of the first headmaster, Philemon Pormont. A mosaic and a statue of former student Benjamin Franklin currently marks the location of the original schoolhouse. |
Old Corner Bookstore Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Constructed in 1718, the Old Corner Bookstore is downtown Boston’s oldest commercial building and was home to the 19th-century publishing giant Ticknor and Fields, producer of many venerable American titles including Thoreau’s Walden, Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, and the Atlantic Monthly including Ward Howe's Battle Hymn of the Republic. |
Old South Meeting House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair,
Restrooms, Large Print, Braille, Listening Device Experience history where the Boston Tea Party began! This hall rang with words from Puritan sermons, public meetings, and the tea tax debates - visit Old South Meeting House and add your voice to history. |
Old State House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop Through Massacre, Revolution, and fire, the Old State House stands as the oldest surviving public building in Boston. Built in 1713, the building served as the center of civic, political, and business life. |
Boston Massacre Site Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible On March 5, 1770, after months of tensions due to occupation and taxation, Bostonians and Redcoats clashed in the streets of Boston. What ended with five civilians killed by gunfire, Crispus Attucks, Samuel Gray, James Caldwell, Samuel Maverick and Patrick Carr, led to the rallying of Bostonians against the Crown and the evacuation of troops in Boston. They would not return until 1774. |
Faneuil Hall Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible, Restrooms Often referred to as "the home of free speech" and the "Cradle of Liberty," Faneuil Hall hosted America's first Town Meeting. The Hall's vital role in revolutionary politics had not been part of its original plans, but it became home to an intricate collection of events that shaped the nation's history. |
Paul Revere House Downtown Freedom Trail Stop, Wheelchair accessible, Restrooms, Large Print Built around 1680, the Paul Revere House, owned by the legendary patriot from 1770-1800, is the oldest remaining structure in downtown Boston and also the only official Freedom Trail historic site that is a home. |
Old North Church North End Visit the site that launched the American Revolution! Built in 1723, Boston’s oldest church is best known for the midnight ride of Paul Revere and “One if by land, two if by sea.”
Built around 1680, the Paul Revere House, owned by the legendary patriot from 1770-1800, is the oldest remaining structure in downtown Boston and also the only official Freedom Trail historic site that is a home. |
Copp's Hill Burying Ground North End Freedom Trail Stop
Named after shoemaker William Copp, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground is the final resting place and burying ground of merchants, artisans, and craftspeople who lived in the North End. |
USS Constitution Charlestown Freedom Trail Stop
Launched in Boston in 1797, USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat and earned her nickname "Old Ironsides" during the War of 1812 when she fought the British frigate HMS Guerriere.
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Bunker Hill Monument Charlestown Freedom Trail Stop
The Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, was the first major battle of the Revolutionary War and predicted the character and outcome of the rest of the war.
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Freedom Trail Downtown Freedom Trail, Popular, 1.5 hours, Wheelchair accessible The Boston Freedom Trail is a world-famous historic attraction visited by over 4 million people every year. Marked by a red brick line, it stretches through downtown Boston, leading you to 16 historically significant sites connected to the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. |
Great Shopping Areas
Assembly Row Somerville Outdoor shopping mall north of the city center with more than 50 stores and outlets including Banana Republic, Converse, Adidas, American Eagle, Clarks, Express and more.
355 Artisan Way
Somerville, MA 02145 |
Assembly Row Ten minute drive on I93 North of city center Shopping District with over 50 stores. There are great shopping and dining options and with over a dozen outlet stores it is a great place to go bargain hunting in stores like Saks Off Fifth, Brooks Brothers, Columbia, Polo Ralph Lauren and many more. |
Burlington Mall Burlington Premier shopping mall with over 180 stores in northwest suburban Boston on Rt. I-95. Major stores are Macy's, Nordstrom, Primark, The Village and Crate & Barrel. Other specialty stores include Apple, Lululemon, Sephora, Warby Parker and an impressive line up of restaurants. 75 Middlesex Turnpike
Burlington, MA 01803 |
Cambridgeside Cambridge Hip shopping mall near colleges with 80 stores including TJ-Maxx, Gap, Best Buy, Ann Taylor, Aeropostale, Apple, Sephora, and The Cheesecake Factory.
100 CambridgeSide Place
Cambridge, MA 02141 |
Charles Street City Center Charles Street is likely the prettiest street in Boston and it popular among both residents and visitors. The street is lined with charming and upscale shops, offering a mix of boutiques, antique shops, and specialty stores. You will find many cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy a meal or a cup of coffee. |
Children's Play Area North Shore Mall 210 Andover St, Peabody, MA 01960 |
Copley Place Back Bay Upscale mall in the center of Boston with 80 stores including Ralph Lauren, Christian Dior, Porsche Design, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Gucci and more. 100 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116 |
Downtown City Center, Downtown Crossing, Faneuil Hall Popular shopping district frequented by locals as well as visitors. Stretching from the Boston Common all the way to the waterfront, this area has over 200 retailers and 300 independent jewelers. The Downtown Crossing, Financial District and Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market areas receive the mostshoppers.
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Harvard Square, Cambridge Harvard Square, Cambridge Two blocks wide and wrapped around Harvard University is Harvard Square, one of the most interesting and eclectic shopping areas around Boston. With over 8 million visitors a year, the Square is one of the most popular shopping locations in the Boston area. Best way to get here is via the Red Line to “Harvard Square Station”, |
Liberty Tree Mall Danvers Enclosed shopping mall north-east of Boston on Route 128. Features over 50 stores for the whole family. Major retailers include: Best Buy, Marshalls, Michaels, Sky Zone, Staples, Target, Total Wine & More, and Best Fitness. 100 Independence Way
Danvers, MA 01923 |
Newbury Street Back Bay, City Center World-famous upscale shopping street located among historic brownstone buildings. It is renowned for its upscale boutiques, trendy shops, art galleries, and a diverse range of restaurants and cafes. |
North Shore Mall Peabody Upscale shopping mall with over 140 stores north-east of Boston, including Nordstrom, Macy*s, J.Crew, Ann Taylor, LL Bean, DSW, Brooks Brothers, The Children’s Place, JD Sports, Sephora, H&M and many more!
210 Andover St
Peabody, MA 01960 |
Play Area South Shore Plaza 250 Granite St, Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-8201 |
Prudential Center Back Bay Upscale mall in the center of Boston with Saks Fifth Avenue and 72 shops and eateries. Major retailers include Aritzia, Canada Goose, Eataly Boston, Polo Ralph Lauren, Sephora, and Tesla. With over 60,000 visitors a day, it is ranked among the top shopping centers in the US.
800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199 |
Seaport Area Off City Center The Seaport area in Boston is the newest addition to the city’s neighborhoods, and without exaggeration, it is by far the most exciting new district in Boston. With 70 unique stores, there is so much to explore and discover, like Millennial favorites Everlane, Lunya and Alo or French luxury store Crémieux. |
Shops at Chestnut Hill Chestnut Hill, Newton Upscale enclosed shopping mall west of Boston with over 50 stores, including Bloomingdale's and a number of unique specialty stores like Uniqlo, Michael Kors, Tiffany & Co., Apple, Stuart Weitzman, NIC +ZOE, and Coach. 199 Boylston St
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 |
South Shore Plaza Braintree Premier large shopping mall south of Boston with 140 stores on two levels anchored by Nordstrom, Gap, Apple, H&M, Banana Republic and Primark. 250 Granite St, Braintree, MA 02184 |
Square One Mall Saugus Suburban shopping mall on Route 1. north of Boston with 120 including Macys, BestBuy, Dick's, Forever21, Old Navy and TJ-MAXX. 1201 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 |
Wrentham Premium Village Outlets Wrentham New England's largest outlet mall within 40 minutes driving time of Boston. With over 170 brands including Saks OFF 5TH, West Elm, Tory Burch, Lululemon, Vineyard Vines, Versace, Jimmy Choo, Adidas, Burberry, and more! 31 Premium Outlet Blvd
Wrentham, MA 02093 |
Nicest Hotels
3 HOMESTAY At Boston In Dorchester or JFK-UMASS or South Boston from $237 Dorchester, Boston •3.9 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.1) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Family-friendly 3 HOMESTAY At Boston In Dorchester or JFK-UMASS or South Boston enjoys a location in Boston, 3 miles from JFK Presidential Library & Museum and 4.1 miles from Boston Museum of Fine Arts.During your time at this recently renovated homestay, dating back to 1965, you'll have access to free Wifi. |
~*30min to Downtown*~ THE COSMOPOLITAN from $410 Boston •7.4 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.1) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Family-friendly ~*30min to Downtown*~ THE COSMOPOLITAN is located in Boston, just 6.1 miles from Boston Museum of Fine Arts and 6.9 miles from Fenway Park.This vacation home provides air-conditioned accommodations with a patio. |
Roslindale village condos from $474 Boston •6.2 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.2) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Family-friendly Roslindale village condos offers accommodations in Boston, 5.8 miles from Hynes Convention Center and 5.8 miles from Boston University.This recently renovated apartment is located 5 miles from Boston Museum of Fine Arts and 5.3 miles from Fenway Park. |
Luxurious Studio in the Heart of Boston from $475 Fenway Kenmore, Boston •2.3 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly Luxurious Studio in the Heart of Boston is located in Boston, just a 12-minute walk from Fenway Park and 1.5 miles from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.The air-conditioned accommodation is a 17-minute walk from Hynes Convention Center. |
The Verb Hotel from $598 Fenway Kenmore, Boston •2.2 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.3) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly Featuring an outdoor pool, The Verb Hotel is located in Boston.Free Wi-Fi access is available. |
Marriott Vacation Club® at Custom House, Boston from $772 Financial District, Boston •0.2 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.1) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly This Boston property is one mile from Boston Commons and 4 miles from Fenway Park.The property offers a gym and suites with a kitchenette.
Suites at the Marriott Vacation Club at Custom House, Boston include a microwave and DVD player an feature separate living and dining areas. |
Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown from $800 Downtown Boston, Boston •0.2 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Four Star Hotel •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Esplanade •Family-friendly Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown has free bikes, fitness center, a shared lounge and bar in Boston.This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. |
Spacious Fully Furnished Apartment by Logan Airport from $806 East Boston, Boston •1.6 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.2) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Freedom Trail •Family-friendly Spacious Fully Furnished Apartment by Logan Airport enjoys a location in Boston, 2 miles from Freedom Trail and 2 miles from Boston North Station.The property is around 2 miles from TD Garden, 2.1 miles from Old North Church, and 2.2 miles from Old State House. |
The Lenox from $850 Back Bay, Boston •1.3 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.1) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly Centered in Boston's historic Back Bay area, this boutique hotel features a state-of-the-art gym, award-winning dining and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi.John Hancock Tower is 5 minutes’ walk away.
Each room boasts panoramic views of the Back Bay neighborhood. |
Perrin Place Unit 3 from $855 Boston •2.8 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Family-friendly Perrin Place Unit 3 is located in Boston, just 2.4 miles from Hynes Convention Center and 2.5 miles from Back Bay.This apartment provides accommodations with a balcony. |
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport from $916 Waterfront, Boston •0.8 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Waterfront •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly In the heart of downtown Boston, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Amtrak South Train Station and features a daily hot breakfast.The Boston Children’s museum is a short walk away.
Each room at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport features a full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, and refrigerator. |
The Langham, Boston from $1080 Financial District, Boston •0.2 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.1) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Freedom Trail •Family-friendly This historic, newly renovated 5-star hotel in downtown Boston was originally the Federal Reserve Bank.
It overlooks Norman B.Leventhal Park and features gourmet dining, guestrooms and event spaces, a heated indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
A 50-inch LED HD-TV with streaming capabilities and mini-bar are in every Hotel Langham room.
The Faneuil Hall Marketplace, New England Aquarium and the Freedom Trail Foundation are all one-half mile from The Langham, Boston. |
The Whitney Hotel Boston from $1098 Beacon Hill, Boston •0.7 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Five Star Hotel •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly Conveniently located in the center of Boston, The Whitney Hotel Boston provides air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a fitness center.This 5-star hotel offers a shared lounge and room service. |
The Eliot Hotel from $1130 Back Bay, Boston •1.7 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Esplanade •Family-friendly Built in 1925, the historic Eliot Hotel is located in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. It offers an on-site sashimi bar and elegantly decorated rooms with down comforters and marble bathrooms.
Each room is equipped with soundproof windows, flat-screen TVs and WiFi internet.
The Eliot’s guests can enjoy free access to the Boston Sports Club and on-site business center. |
The Newbury Boston from $1177 Back Bay, Boston •0.8 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.0) •Five Star Hotel •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly The Newbury Boston features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and bar in Boston.This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. |
The Monty Boston from $1600 Theater District, Boston •0.3 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.3) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Family-friendly The Monty Boston provides accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Boston, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a toaster, a fridge, and a stovetop.There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. |
Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston from $1740 Back Bay, Boston •1.6 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.4) •Private Parking •Pet-Friendly •Fitness Center •Pool •Restaurant •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Freedom Trail •Family-friendly Featuring a bar, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston is located in the center of Boston, a 4-minute walk from Hynes Convention Center.Offering a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness center. |
Beautiful 3BR 3BA Duplex parking Best Location Boston from $1777 North End, Boston •0.5 miles from center •Wonderful reviews (9.2) •Private Parking •Fitness Center •Pool •Wheelchair Access •Subway Access •Near Faneuil Hall •Near USS Constitution •Near Freedom Trail •Family-friendly Beautiful 3BR 3BA Duplex parking Best Location Boston is located in Boston, just a 10-minute walk from Old State House and half a mile from Custom House.Featuring garden and city views, this apartment also includes free Wifi. |
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