Things to Do in Boston
30 things to do in Boston
Boston rewards both history buffs and culture seekers. Walk the Freedom Trail to connect the dots of the American Revolution—passing the Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, and the Paul Revere House—or explore the city's art scene at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Institute of Contemporary Art.
Beyond the history books, there's plenty to enjoy. Stroll through the Public Garden, cycle the Charles River Esplanades, or catch a game at Fenway Park. The Museum of Fine Arts and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum house world-class collections, while Copley Square anchors downtown with its mix of architecture and dining.
For a different pace, head to the waterfront: the South Boston Waterfront offers modern attractions alongside the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park, perfect for a day trip. Beacon Hill's brick sidewalks and gas lamps feel frozen in time, while Newbury Street delivers shopping and local energy.
Chinatown Boston
Chinatown, Chinatown, Boston, MA, USA
Old State House
Old State House, 206 Washington St, Boston, MA 02109, USAPiers Park
95 Marginal St, Boston, MA 02128, USAMapparium
210 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USACastle Island
2010 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127, USABoston Public Library
700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USANewbury Street
Newbury St, Boston, MA, USAGibson House Museum
137 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116, USACopley Square
Copley Square, Boston, MA 02116, USAArnold Arboretum of Harvard University
125 Arborway, Boston, MA 02130, USAFenway Park
4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215, USAPublic Garden
Boston, MA 02116, USAUSS Constitution Museum
Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA 02129, USAIsabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115, USASouth Boston Waterfront
South Boston Waterfront, Boston, MA, USAThe Paul Revere House
19 N Square, Boston, MA 02113, USACharles River Esplanades
Charles River Esplanades, Boston, MA, USAInstitute of Contemporary Art
25 Harbor Shore Dr, Boston, MA 02210, USABeacon Hill
Beacon Hill, Boston, MA, USAThe Vilna Shul
Vilna Shul, 18 Phillips St, Boston, MA 02114, USABoston Harbor Islands National & State Park
191w Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02109, USAFort Warren
Georges Island, Boston, MA, USAThe Printing Office Of Edes And Gill
21 Unity St, Boston, MA 02113, USABoston Common
139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111, USAOld North Church
193 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113, USABunker Hill Monument
Monument Sq, Charlestown, MA 02129, USABoston Tea Party Ships & Museum
306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125, USAFreedom Trail
Freedom Trl, Boston, MA, USAMuseum of Fine Arts, Boston
465 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Things to Do in Boston: FAQ
What's the best way to see Boston's revolutionary history?
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile walking path that connects 16 historic sites including the Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, and USS Constitution Museum. It's free to walk and clearly marked—you can do it at your own pace or join a guided tour.
Where should I go for art and culture?
Boston has three major art destinations: the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston has extensive collections across all periods, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum offers a more intimate experience in a historic mansion, and the Institute of Contemporary Art showcases modern works.
What's worth visiting near the waterfront?
The South Boston Waterfront has restaurants and views, the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park is ideal for day trips, and the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum brings colonial history to life on the water.