Welcome to Boston
See & Do
We're thrilled you're visiting! We want you to love your time here. Here are a few of our favorites things to see & do to help you make the most of your Boston experience -
Wednesday nights after 4 pm, admission is by voluntary contribution (suggested donation $25).
1042 locals recommend
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
465 Huntington AveWednesday nights after 4 pm, admission is by voluntary contribution (suggested donation $25).
Conveniently located on the MBTA Orange Line (Stony Brook station), standard tours are offered Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM on a first come, first serve basis. They include a tasting and complimentary souvenir glass with a suggested nominal donation.
164 locals recommend
Samuel Adams Boston Brewery
30 Germania StreetConveniently located on the MBTA Orange Line (Stony Brook station), standard tours are offered Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM on a first come, first serve basis. They include a tasting and complimentary souvenir glass with a suggested nominal donation.
Classic architecture meets new age media center. The Boston Public Library system was established in 1852 and is the third-largest in the United States, behind only the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library. At nearly a million square feet, the Central Library is sure to offer something for everyone.
288 locals recommend
Boston Public Library
700 Boylston StClassic architecture meets new age media center. The Boston Public Library system was established in 1852 and is the third-largest in the United States, behind only the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library. At nearly a million square feet, the Central Library is sure to offer something for everyone.
America's first public botanical garden - a free and open central artery connecting downtown, Beacon Hill and Back Bay.
440 locals recommend
Boston Public Garden
America's first public botanical garden - a free and open central artery connecting downtown, Beacon Hill and Back Bay.
Founded in 1807, the Boston Athenæum is one of the oldest and most distinguished independent libraries and cultural institutions in the county. Their iconic address at 10½ Beacon Street opens its doors to the public through a variety of admission and tour options. Check out their website and book early to grab a spot.
16 locals recommend
Boston Athenaeum
10-1/2 Beacon StFounded in 1807, the Boston Athenæum is one of the oldest and most distinguished independent libraries and cultural institutions in the county. Their iconic address at 10½ Beacon Street opens its doors to the public through a variety of admission and tour options. Check out their website and book early to grab a spot.
One if by land, two if by sea - on April 18, 1775, the signal was sent to mark the start of Paul Revere's famous midnight ride. Anchored in the heart of the North End, the Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and one of the Freedom Trails most visited historical sites.
85 locals recommend
Old North Church & Historic Site
193 Salem StOne if by land, two if by sea - on April 18, 1775, the signal was sent to mark the start of Paul Revere's famous midnight ride. Anchored in the heart of the North End, the Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and one of the Freedom Trails most visited historical sites.
Let's Eat!
Once the seeing and doing has all been done, it's time to get down to the brass tacks of the Boston food scene. Check out some of our favorites -- all within walking distance -
Yvonne's
2 Winter PlSpot on cocktails in a posh 'speakeasy' atmosphere.
Ruka
505 Washington StUpscale Peruvian-Japanese fusion in stylish surrounds.
George Howell is one of the pioneers of the specialty-coffee movement in the United States. This on-trend shop is conveniently situated right downtown for coffee and café lovers alike.
26 locals recommend
George Howell Coffee
311 Walnut StGeorge Howell is one of the pioneers of the specialty-coffee movement in the United States. This on-trend shop is conveniently situated right downtown for coffee and café lovers alike.
Intimate Beacon Hill restaurant offering creative pizzas by celebrity chef Todd English.
58 locals recommend
Figs
42 Charles StIntimate Beacon Hill restaurant offering creative pizzas by celebrity chef Todd English.
Full service grocery with an extensive prepared foods section.
55 locals recommend
Roche Bros. Downtown Crossing
8 Summer StFull service grocery with an extensive prepared foods section.
The first thing you need to decide about your time in Boston is whether you're more of a Mike's or a Modern person. The good natured rivalry between these North End favorites has waged for over 70 years.
203 locals recommend
Mike's Pastry
300 Hanover StThe first thing you need to decide about your time in Boston is whether you're more of a Mike's or a Modern person. The good natured rivalry between these North End favorites has waged for over 70 years.
Between you and me -- locals prefer Modern over Mike's, but the best choice is really to try them both and let us know your favorite!
60 locals recommend
Modern Pastry.
257 Hanover StBetween you and me -- locals prefer Modern over Mike's, but the best choice is really to try them both and let us know your favorite!
El Jefe's Taqueria - Boston Common
80 Boylston StreetQuick, no fuss and oh so good.
Perfect for coffee, pastries and brunch. Beautiful interior, seasonal outdoor patio. Convenient locale.
212 locals recommend
Tatte Bakery & Café
70 Charles StPerfect for coffee, pastries and brunch. Beautiful interior, seasonal outdoor patio. Convenient locale.
Democracy Brewing
35 Temple Place