Boston Logan International Airport 9 min
Old North Church (4 min) Hallowed 18th-century church & launch point for Paul Revere's revolutionary ride, with tours & more. Boston Harbor Islands State Park (9 min) Sizable park featuring a Civil War-era fort, hiking trails, picnicking areas, fishing & more. Boston Common (12 min) Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (14 min) Neoclassical & modern wings house a vast collection from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American. Fenway Park (12 min) Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue. Old State House (9 min) The original seat of colonial government & later state capitol, today housing historical exhibits. Boston Children's Museum (6 min) Fun, hands-on educational exhibits aimed at kids 11 & under, plus a play space for toddlers. Museum of Science (8 min) Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, a dome-shaped IMAX/3D film theater & a planetarium. Quincy Market (9 min) Huge food hall in a historic building with 50+ eateries, vendors & kiosks with diverse offerings. Bunker Hill Monument (12 min) Marking the Battle of Bunker Hill, this 221-ft. granite obelisk features 294 steps & scenic views. Boston Public Garden (9 min) Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights. USS Constitution Museum (11 min) Interactive museum near the 1797 wooden frigate made famous as Old Ironsides in the War of 1812. New England Aquarium (12 min) A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction. The Paul Revere House (4 min) Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings. Faneuil Hall Marketplace (8 min) Shopping center with many stores & restaurants comprising 3 historic market buildings & a promenade. |