{"id":29323,"date":"2021-11-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/uncategorized\/boston-a-city-guide"},"modified":"2022-11-23T10:10:36","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T10:10:36","slug":"boston-the-city-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/countries\/usa\/boston-the-city-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things To Do in Boston"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Few, if any, American cities can compete with Boston\u2019s storied history. As the epicenter of the American Revolution, what unfolded here in the late-1700s is what makes it a fascinating place to visit. Yet the Boston of today is just as interesting as its 18th-century iteration. It\u2019s a place that embraces contemporary art, music, and theater. Where sports fandom\u2014the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics and Bruins\u2014is almost a religious phenomenon. And where seafood in all its varieties is taken as seriously as Parisians take their patisseries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow us on a journey through the birthplace of modern America and enjoy your next Boston city break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating your way through a city can help you understand its history, culture and vibe. It\u2019s no different in Boston. The cobblestone streets of North End lay claim to the best and most authentic Italian food. And it doesn\u2019t stop at pasta. Think Italian bakeries serving the sweetest cannoli, Italian capicola from salumerias, cafes that pour perfetto espresso, and pizzerias where it\u2019s all about the crust and sauce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Seaport District gets its inspo from its waterside situation with an impressive array of raw bars and seafood shacks to choose from, serving lobster plucked from Maine\u2019s waters and only the freshest oysters from nearby Cape Cod. Minutes from downtown, foodies and critics have dubbed a stretch of eateries in South End\u2019s historic brownstones on Tremont Street \u201cRestaurant Row.\u201d It\u2019s a smorgasbord of options from casual jazz cafes to fine dining establishments\u2014feast on <em>sole meuni\u00e8re<\/em> at French bistros or posh lobster mac &amp; cheese at American brasseries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If choosing a single restaurant proves impossible, head to Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market Food Colonnade for all of Boston\u2019s signature food options under one roof. Gifted to the city in 1742 by a prosperous merchant, Faneuil Hall brought together farmers and fishers. Today, it remains a vibrant central meeting place in Boston, with dozens of shops, restaurants, bars, pubs, and pushcarts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you eventually decide on a cup of classic and creamy clam chowder from a kiosk or opt to sit down to shuck oysters on the half-shell, be sure to finish things up with a slice of Boston Cream Pie. This tantalizingly sweet and buttery vanilla cake is filled with custard and topped with chocolate ganache. Tummies full, stay awhile to absorb the cheery atmosphere. Musicians pitched up at Faneuil Hall in the 1970s to entertain the construction workers who were tasked with the urban renewal of the Marketplace. Their presence proved so popular, they never left. Jugglers and acrobats have joined the ranks and made Faneuil Hall synonymous with impressive street performances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Boston      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Boston  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Greater-Boston-Convention-_-Visitor-Bureau-Faneuil-Hall-Marketplace-1024x645.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28881\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">To try the best of Boston\u2019s fare, head to Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Credit: Greater Boston Convention &amp; Visitor Bureau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Play<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not in Boston for the food, sport, shopping, or family-friendly attractions, chances are it\u2019s the city\u2019s remarkable history that\u2019s enticed you. As the key location in the American Revolution, Boston is a more storied city than many others in the U.S. and why many visitors to Boston start with walking the famous Freedom Trail. But even if you\u2019re not enraptured by the city\u2019s tales of yesteryear, the Freedom Trail is a great way to get your bearings in this highly walkable city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boston Common and Boston Public Garden<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Freedom Trail starts at the city\u2019s crowning green space and city epicenter: Boston Common. Before setting off on the Trail too hastily, first take a leisurely stroll around America\u2019s oldest public park. Founded in 1634, it\u2019s a place that was designed to draw Boston visitors and locals together and still does to this day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjacent to the Common is Boston Public Garden, a botanical garden created for the city\u2019s Victorian residents to promenade and admire exotic and colorful plants. The famous swan boats on the lagoon have bobbed on the water since 1877, and the sweet \u201cMake Way for Ducklings\u201d sculpture serves to enchant visitors as they wander along the old Boston cobblestones through the Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summer, families sail model boats on Frog Pond and ride the traditional carousel while city workers order quick bites at a food truck in Brewer Fountain Plaza before retreating to the highrises that surround the park. Summertime also brings a programme of alfresco piano recitals by students from Berklee College of Music &#8211; grab a coffee and find a spot to relax and enjoy the music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting in the winter months, Boston Common is idyllic when Frog Pond becomes an ice rink and creates a magical and Christmassy atmosphere. You can hire skates for a quick lap or two or take a lesson if you feel like refining your technique. Post-skate, wrap your hands around a warming cup of creamy hot chocolate from the seasonal Frog Pond Cafe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Freedom Trail<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First-time visitors to Boston should follow the well-marked, 2.5-mile Freedom Trail. It\u2019s a route that connects 16 important landmarks and charts the story of the American Revolution and beyond through a collection of meeting houses, burying grounds, museums, parks, and ships. Choose an enthusiastic costumed guide to whisk you back to the era on a full-works tour if you want the whole Freedom Trail shebang. Otherwise, grab a map and self-guide for free. That way, you can dip into the sites that pique your interest and veer off course when you spot other locations to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An unmissable stop on the Freedom Trail is the USS Constitution in Charlestown Navy Yard. This famous warship, nicknamed Old Ironsides was launched in 1797, making it the oldest commissioned warship afloat anywhere in the world. It\u2019s worthy of proper exploration, so set aside a couple of hours if you can. Step aboard the ship for a guided tour, then visit the accompanying USS Constitution Museum with interactive exhibits that bring tales of the ship\u2019s history and people to life. There\u2019s the chance to try furling a sail and firing a cannon to experience life as a sailor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another notable highlight on the Freedom Trail is the Old State House. It\u2019s the oldest surviving public building in Boston and was once the epicenter of Boston\u2019s civic, business, and political life. Period rooms are chock full of exhibits and Revolution-era objects to help tell the stories of what happened here. There are occasional live performances for an immersive experience of the time and guides available who are keen to share their enthusiasm and knowledge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boston Tea Party Ships &amp; Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most notable historic location away from the Freedom Trail is where the replica Boston Tea Party Ships are moored at Griffin\u2019s Wharf. It\u2019s a handily central location which is easily reachable from the Downtown and Waterfront neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Boston Tea Party set the US on a new course in 1773. The event was named after chests of tea were thrown into the water from ships as a protest by a group of patriots led by Samuel Adams. Their actions ultimately led to the American Revolution. The events that unfolded are brilliantly told at the Boston Tea Party Ships &amp; Museum at the exact location of the protest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Events spring to life with the help of two replica ships and interactive museum exhibits. Walk the decks of the Brig Beaver and Eleanor &#8211; the two replica Tea Party ships, throw tea overboard as part of the hands-on experience, and witness a reenactment of a lively debate between the patriots and loyalists. The only known surviving tea chest from the Boston Tea Party is the Robinson Tea Chest, a significant artifact which has been lovingly preserved and displayed in the museum. You\u2019ll emerge from this attraction informed and entertained in equal parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boston Harborwalk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there\u2019s plenty in the city for history buffs, if you\u2019re more in the mood to experience 21st century Boston, choose a section of the Harborwalk to explore. This 43-mile walkway weaves around eight neighborhoods to discover a more behind-the-scenes version of Boston. It winds through central locations then heads away from well-worn tourist trails and into local communities. En route, explore public beaches or hop on a water taxi to whisk yourself away to another part of the city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re traveling with children, plan to start or finish exploring the Harborwalk around the Waterfront neighborhood. The Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, a pretty city park near the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, is a good starting point. Follow with a visit to the impressive New England Aquarium before rejoining the Harborwalk for a 15-minute walk to the Boston\u2019s Children\u2019s Museum \u2013 one of the best kids\u2019 museums in the world. It\u2019s aimed at children 11 and under and features play-based and educational exhibits over three floors. Older kids might get more out of the interactive Museum of Science, complete with IMAX films, planetarium shows, and live presentations just off the Harborwalk in the North End neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of Boston\u2019s well-known attractions are along the Fort Point and Downtown sections of the Harborwalk, including the dynamic Institute of Contemporary Art with its sensational visual art exhibitions and diverse performances. The building is almost as impressive as what lies inside \u2013 it\u2019s a glassy creation cantilevered over the waterside plaza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fenway Park and Boston sports<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sport is woven into the fabric of Boston and coordinating a visit to the city around a Red Sox home fixture is never a bad decision. It\u2019s a warm-weather sport and the regular Major League Baseball season typically runs from late March to early October. Arrive early, grab an obligatory hot dog and some Red Sox merch, and cheer on the team. Games can last up to three hours or more, but there are plenty of concession stands to keep fuelled up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Can\u2019t bag a ticket? Drop into the bars and restaurants in the Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood to experience the buzz that awakens every time the team grace the hallowed Fenway Park. Or, for a closer look at the stadium, take a behind-the-scenes tour of this legendary ballpark. There\u2019s a quickfire 15-minute option if you\u2019re pushed for time, but the hour-long guided tour will reveal more about the original 1912 scoreboard known as the Green Monster and the Red Seat that is said to mark the longest home run ever hit at Fenway Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bostonians\u2019 love of sports doesn\u2019t stop at baseball. The Patriots, the Celtics, and the Bruins are well-supported teams across football, basketball, and hockey. It\u2019s worth getting tickets to join in the jovialities with a glass of locally brewed IPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Newbury Street and Prudential Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boston is the ideal shopping break destination because the central shopping hub is both neatly compact and utterly charming. Pretty Newbury Street in the Back Bay neighborhood is an upscale retail area mere steps away from Boston Public Garden. High street and designer stores are interspersed with art galleries for those who enjoy a little culture alongside their shopping fix. It\u2019s easy to spend a day wandering the length of Newbury Street, with plenty of cafes and restaurants standing by for caffeine pit stops and lazy lunches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in Boston in the winter and the weather is particularly chilly or snowy (temperatures can sit stubbornly below freezing in winter here), seek refuge in the neighboring mall, the Prudential Center. There are shops, vast department stores, and high-end eateries if shopping, mooching, and dining are part of your perfect Boston city break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Make-Way-for-Ducklings-Statue-Kyle-Klein-Greater-Boston-Convention-_-Visitor-Bureau-1024x805.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28888\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Kindra-Clineff-Greater-Boston-Convention-_-Visitors-Bureau-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28896\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A leisurely jaunt around Boston Harbor is a must for any visitor. Credit: Kindra Clineff\/Greater Boston Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28902\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Kyle-Klein-Boston-Aerial-with-Fenway-1024x753.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28902\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Will you see the Red Sox? Boston is the place to go for sport lovers. Credit: Kyle Klein\/Boston Aerial with Fenway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/moxy-boston-downtown.en-gb.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Moxy Boston Downtown<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fun-loving Moxy Boston Downtown is in a central location in the Theater District, a couple of blocks from Boston Common. It\u2019s the kind of place that invites the party in, with Bar Moxy constantly proving a lively place to start or finish a night out with playfulness encouraged in the photo booth. That said, rooms are calm enclaves, all cool steel and dove grey with pops of Moxy\u2019s hot pink brand styling. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the city and flood the rooms with light.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Boston      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Boston  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28910\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Moxy-Boston-Guestroom-Marriott-International-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28910\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bedrooms at the Moxy boast views of Boston\u2019s highrise metropolis. Credit: Moxy Boston Marriott International<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28916\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Credit-Moxy-Boston-Food-Truck-Marriott-International-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28916\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Based in the Theatre District, the Moxy has a fun and lively atmosphere. Credit: Moxy Boston Marriott International<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-envoy-autograph-collection.en-gb.html?aid=304142;label=gen173nr-1DCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaFCIAQGYAQm4AQfIAQ3YAQPoAQGIAgGoAgO4AtnK5YoGwAIB0gIkNmI4ZGM0MWUtZTgxNi00Y2M5LThmNjktZDI2ZmFlNGUxOGVk2AIE4AIB;sid=f980d6a234494f583405cfa06965fc7f;all_sr_blocks=135796304_246433061_2_0_0;checkin=2021-10-18;checkout=2021-10-19;dest_id=1357963;dest_type=hotel;dist=0;group_adults=2;group_children=0;hapos=0;highlighted_blocks=135796304_246433061_2_0_0;hpos=0;matching_block_id=135796304_246433061_2_0_0;no_rooms=1;req_adults=2;req_children=0;room1=A%2CA;sb_price_type=total;sr_order=popularity;sr_pri_blocks=135796304_246433061_2_0_0__40137;srepoch=1633248716;srpvid=1e3e39a5e8e30051;type=total;ucfs=1&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Envoy Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got your sights set on a waterfront hotel, consider The Envoy in the Seaport District. The harbor views are fantastic, particularly from the Lookout Rooftop bar, where you can order a cocktail and find a spot around a warming fire pit. Rooms are super posh and have unobstructed, gorgeous water views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28923\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bosak-rooms-0040-hor-clsc-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28923\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Envoy offers stylish rooms that overlook the infamous harbor. Credit: The Envoy Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28929\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bosak-rooftop-0059-hor-clsc-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28929\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Head up to the Lookout Rooftop bar and enjoy a cocktail or two. Credit: The Envoy Hotel<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Few, if any, American cities can compete with Boston\u2019s storied history. As the epicenter of the American Revolution, what unfolded here in the late-1700s is what makes it a fascinating place to visit. Yet the Boston of today is just as interesting as its 18th-century iteration. It\u2019s a place that embraces contemporary art, music, and&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/window-seat\/countries\/usa\/boston-the-city-guide\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Top Things To Do in Boston<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":13929,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[726],"tags":[],"position_ids":[],"class_list":["post-29323","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-usa","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Top Things To Do in Boston 2026 (by locals) in 2026<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover what activities and places you can&#039;t miss out on when you visit Boston, The United States. 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