Sunday, July 20, 2014

Fun in Boston

HERE ARE THE TOP 10 THINGS TO SEE AND DO WHEN YOU VISIT HISTORIC BOSTON!


1. FREEDOM TRAIL

One if by land, two if by sea….go back in time and walk on the Freedom Trail. The entire length of the Freedom Trail is 2.5 miles – walk the entire length and you will be able to visit 16 historical sights 




The Freedom Trail continues on the bridge to Charleston

2. PAUL REVERE HOUSE 

Get your NATIONAL PARK PASSPORT stamped here, and tour the house where Paul Revere lived in 1770 with his wife, 5 children and his mother.  



3. BOSTON HARBOR AND WATERFRONT

Take a stroll down the waterfront and enjoy the views of the city.  Eat some fresh "chowda" at Legal Sea Foods or The Chart House.  From the harbor you can take a Harbor Cruise, a Duck Tour, or visit the New England Aquarium (great choice on a rainy day).


The amazing view from a "Boston Harbor Cruise"

Get your camera ready!

4. THE NORTH END

Visit this eclectic neighborhood for a delicious Italian meal and be sure to have a cannoli or two.  Check out this website for some suggestions: http://www.northendboston.com/

Enjoy "people watching" at Carmelina's - Hanover Street

Enjoy espresso and dessert at Gelateria & Cannoli Factory - Hanover Street

5. FENWAY PARK

Catch a baseball game at Fenway Park a must see for everyone except Yankee fans!  
They should skip ahead to number 6.



6. TROLLY TOUR

The best way to see the most is by going on a hop-on, hop-off.  City-View Trolly is one of the many tours in Bean Town!

Visitors listen to a reading of the Declaration of Independence

Zakim Bridge - over the Charles River

Bobby Orr 





7. HAYMARKET

If you enjoy fresh produce, check out the Haymarket!


8. SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY

Learn how they make beer at Sam Adam's Brewery and enjoy a free tasting.  Get there early to secure your tickets!


#samadamsbeer
#freebeer

9. SUBWAY 

After having fun at the Sam Adam's brewery, Ride the "T" to your next destination!


Take the Orange Line to Chinatown for some Bubble Tea and some delicious cookies!


10. USS CONSTITUTION

Take a tour of the USS Constitution in the Charleston Navy Yard and visit the free USS Constitution Museum!






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