Boston is one of the oldest cities in the U.S. and one of the most important cities in the country’s history, economy and culture. Whether you live here or you are just passing by, there are a few activities that you should do while you are here.
Every city has its most popular attractions so in this article we bring to you our top 7 touristy-type things to do while you are in Boston:
Visit Fenway Park
Located at 4 Yawkey Way near Boston’s Kenmore Square, Fenway Park has been home to our beloved Red Sox since 1912 is the oldest stadium in the MLB. It is famous due to its age, story and the number of movies and references around it.
Walk The Freedom Trail to get a Taste of Boston’s History
This guided walk around 16 historic U.S. sites runs around the center of the city. The walk is 2.5 miles long, and most of the spots are free to visit (or might suggest or ask for donations). Some stps along the walk, like the House of Paul Revere, have admission charges. This is an important piece of America’s History that truly deserves a part of your time.
Whale-Watching Cruise
One of the most popular attractions in this city is to see the whales in the Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. The guides will take you on a cruise to the best watching spots of this natural sanctuary and introduce you to its biodiversity giving details of the beautiful creatures that reside there, indeed an impressive activity and a must when visiting the city.
Visit the Boston Common
The Common, located in the center of the city, is one of the oldest public parks in all the U.S. It counts with 20 hectares of open space and is one of the most relaxing and vivid places in the city.
A Taste of the Sea at the New England Aquarium
The main attraction of the site is the Giant Ocean Tank which simulates a Caribbean reef containing 200,000 gallons of the submarine exhibition. Alongside there are plenty other exhibits and habitats that will warm your heart and glare your sight with the beauty of nature.
See Boston From A Higher Vantage Point at the Skywalk Observatory
Combined with the Dreams of Freedom Museum exhibition, a magnificent 360 view from 700 feet up in the air, it is told to be the sum of both the present and the past of this beautiful city –A place to visit last, so you can take an aerial look at everything you have already visited-.
Innovation That Excites at Boston’s Museum of Science
Boston is globally known for its devotion to education, and a higher level of education always means change. As one of the most important cities of the country when it comes to patents there had to be at least one piece of attraction that showed up what Bostonian brains are up to.
In the Museum of Science, you will be able to enjoy countless exhibitions dedicated to nature, past and future of nature and humankind, the Colossal Fossil Exhibit and Live Animal Care Center are one of the favorite parts to visit.
To Conclude
Boston, MA has still so much more to offer, like the Tea Part Ships and Museum and Martha’s Vineyard, but these will kick off your time in Boston really well, so get going and enjoy your visit.
