off interstate 95, this relaxed apartment hotel is 8 miles from fenway park, home of the red sox, and 9 miles from franklin park zoo. the down-to-earth studios feature kitchenettes, pull-out sofas, free internet access and flat-screen tvs. apartments add separate living rooms. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. complimentary perks include parking, a local shuttle, weekday evening receptions, and a hot breakfast buffet served in a casual dining area. there's also a restaurant, an exercise room and an indoor saltwater pool. other amenities consist of a 24-hour convenience store and coin-operated laundry facilities Boston Logan International Airport 25 min
Boston Common (25 min) Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution. Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University (17 min) Harvard University's free outdoor tree & plant museum also offers walking tours & family activities. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (22 min) Neoclassical & modern wings house a vast collection from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American. The Harvard Museum of Natural History (24 min) Extensive natural-science collections, including animals, minerals & the famous Glass Flowers. Boston Public Garden (22 min) Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights. The Paul Revere House (22 min) Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings. Museum of Science (25 min) Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, a dome-shaped IMAX/3D film theater & a planetarium. Fenway Park (20 min) Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue. Old North Church (24 min) Hallowed 18th-century church & launch point for Paul Revere's revolutionary ride, with tours & more. Bunker Hill Monument (27 min) Marking the Battle of Bunker Hill, this 221-ft. granite obelisk features 294 steps & scenic views. Old State House (22 min) The original seat of colonial government & later state capitol, today housing historical exhibits. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (23 min) Evocative of a 15th-century Venetian palace, this museum houses a world-class art collection. Faneuil Hall Marketplace (21 min) Shopping center with many stores & restaurants comprising 3 historic market buildings & a promenade. Franklin Park Zoo (21 min) This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum. New England Aquarium (24 min) A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction. |