Boston

Description: Founded in 1630, Boston is one of America’s original cities. Located between the Charles River and along the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is a compact city of distinct neighborhoods with a walkable downtown and an almost European-like feel. Explore the quaint colonial architecture of Beacon Hill, have a caffe in the Italian North End, shop the boutiques along Newbury Street in the Back Bay, or spend an afternoon in the academic enclave that is Cambridge. Boston offers tons of one-of-a-kind travel experiences! Boston is certainly about American history and the Freedom Trail is absolutely the city’s signature attraction. The 16 historically important sites- among them Faneuil Hall, the Paul Revere House and the USS Constitution- are connected by a 2 ½ mile red brick path that wends its way through downtown and serve as a constant reminder of Boston’s rich heritage. For all its tradition, Boston is a modern city that is constantly evolving. Recent changes include the relocated Institute of Contemporary Art (now an instant landmark), the revitalized Boston Harbor, and the opening of the Rose Kennedy Greenway Parks. Bostonians are passionately proud of their institutions- and there are many. Boston has always been considered a cultured city - both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Boston Symphony are considered world –class. A Swan Boat ride on the lagoon in the Public Garden is the quintessential Boston experience. And if you want to truly understand Bostonians, catch a Red Sox home game. If you can’t score tickets, a tour of Fenway Park is the next best thing. Visiting with kids in tow? Few cities can compare with Boston for fun attractions. The Museum of Science, the Children’s Museum, and the New England Aquarium all rate high with families. Who knows? Your kids may come back. Boston has a real love affair with learning- the city is home to more than 30 colleges and universities. And then there is Boston’s dining scene. Boston fare goes way beyond baked beans and over-cooked roasts. Boston has established destination dining spots like No. 9 Park and Mistral, and trendy new places like Clink at the Liberty Hotel, Bond at the Langham Hotel and Beehive in the South End. Moderately-priced neighborhood chef-owned places and ethnic eateries abound too. Boston offers more attractions and experiences than most visitors can see in just one trip. But if you have three days, you will be able to see a lot of the city’s sights. Here’s “The List”- ten Boston picks not to be missed!

Type: City