Boston is often referred to as the most European city in the U.S. because of its relatively small size, lively bars and cafes, gorgeous public parks, and of course, its abundance of history. But even though the nation's oldest city is steeped in history, the 250,000 college students who return each fall certainly keep Boston from getting stale.
This will quickly become evident when you see how much there is to do in Boston besides the typical museums and historic sites. You could catch a
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A lot of history, fun for sports fans, great hotels, easy to get around. A lot to do regardless of the season. Can be an inexpensive place to visit with a lot to offer.
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I lived in Boston from 1988 to 1996 and I go back to visit as often as I can. This recent trip to Boston was as brilliant as the others. The only addition this time was rain.... More
I've been to Boston many times. It's a great walking city; start in one neighberhood and walk to the next. I used to like Newbury Street when I was a teenager but many of the... More
Home of Harvard and M.I.T., the town is an inspiring place to spend a few days if your idea of fun is probing the structure of DNA or designing a faster toy bobsled.
Exploring the 34 islands and peninsulas that make up the 12-year-old Boston Harbor Islands National Park is a striking juxtaposition between modern and 19th-century visions of the city.