Boston Tourism

Fun Things To Do in Boston

Doing some Boston tourism and looking for ideas?

Boston was the center of America's revolutionary activity during the Colonial period; several of the first Revolutionary War skirmishes were fought here, including the Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, and the Battle of Bunker Hill; the battles of Lexington and Concord were fought nearby.

Not only is it a city steeped in history, but also has many modern day attractions and events, and loads of fun.

Being a remarkably compact city, it is ideal for the Boston tourist. You can easily get to different parts of the city on foot, or by hopping on the “T”, Boston’s subway system, which connects to all the major hot spots.

Here are a few of our recommendations for things to do in Boston on your next visit here:

Boston Museums

Museum of Fine Arts. Largest art museum in New England. Encyclopedic collection includes American decorative arts and sculpture; ancient Egyptian, Nubian, and Near Eastern Art; the art of Asia; classical art; contemporary art; European decorative art and sculpture; and European and American paintings. Largest collection of Claude Monet paintings outside France.

Boston Science Museum. Science comes alive, with over 600 exhibits like the electricity show, live butterflies landing on you, the body room and all sorts of fascinating things to see and do. more

Boston Children's Museum The Museum exists to help children understand and enjoy the world in which they live. An educational institution that is recognized internationally as a research and development center and pacesetter for childrens exhibitions, educational programs and curriculum.

Boston Attractions & Events

Boston Common and Public Garden – The oldest park in the country. Stroll through the common, or ride the famous Swan Boats, and enjoy the park with its shady trees, fountains, statues, sidewalk vendors, and greenery. Stop by the Visitors Information Booth, to find more information about Boston tourism.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace, built in 1742 is Boston’s oldest marketplace. Here you will find over 40 pushcart eateries and 17 restaurants, and great shopping. It’s set around a cobble-stoned promenade where you’ll find live street performers from musicians, to magicians, keeping you entertained. A favorite of the Boston tourist.

Old North Church. Built in 1723, and is the oldest standing church building in Boston. This church played a major role in the revolutionary war.

USS Constitution. The oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, the USS Constitution is manned by an active duty U.S. Navy crew. Learn about it’s great military feats and it's role in the American Revolution.

Boston Public Library First built in 1848, the Boston Public Library is America's oldest public library and the fourth largest in the USA. It was initially called The People's Palace, and the University of the People, a beacon of learning for immigrants and working families.

Boston Harborfest is a six-day long Fourth of July Festival that showcases the colonial and maritime heritage of the cradle of the American Revolution. Concerts, food, fun, reenactments, tours, fireworks…it’s a blast for the Boston tourist.

Paul Revere House. See the home of the midnight rider, one of Boston's oldest homes.

Boston Tours

Freedom Trail. On your Boston vacation, include a fascinating walk into history along the Freedom Trail A trail of 16 nationally significant historic sites, and every one an authentic. You can walk this on your own, or on a guided tour. A guided tour costs about $12.00 per person.

New England Aquarium. A global leader in ocean exploration and marine conservation. This Boston Aquarium is one of the premier visitor attractions in Boston, with over 1.3 million visitors a year, and a major public education resource, and features several dozen exhibits

Irish Heritage Trail - Landmarks of Boston Irish-American artists and heroes from the 1700s to the present here in Massachusetts. The Irish Heritage Trail is divided into three sections: 20 sites in downtown Boston and Back Bay, covering over three miles: and over 50 other landmarks in Boston neighborhoods, cities and towns throughout the state.

Boston Duck Tours. An authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. You'll cruise by all the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts. And, as the best of Boston unfolds before your eyes, your ConDUCKtor will be giving you lots of little known facts and interesting insights about our unique and wonderful city.

Theatre on wheels, is an interesting tour that will guide you through the locations that have been made famous by Hollywood. Movies and television shows like Cheers and Boston Legal, and movies such as Good Will Hunting and The Departed.

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