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5 Days in Boston

• Walk through the Harvard
and MIT campuses
• People-watch at Faneuil
Hall and Quincy Market
• Enjoy a hearty Italian
dinner at the North End

Day 1
Morning Start your day with a
visit to one, or both, of the city’s MIT’s Great Dome surrounded by other university buildings in the college town of Cambridge
most lauded museums: the
Museum of Fine Arts (pp106–9) Day 3 Harbor Islands. Take a step back
and the Isabella Stewart Morning Grab a coffee or tea in in time and enjoy a visit to
Gardner Museum (p105). Next, one of Beacon Hill’s (p44) several Georges or Castle Islands, and
go for a behind-the scenes tour coffee shops, then stroll through snap stunning pictures of the
at Fenway Park that allows the handsome cobblestone Boston skyline from Spectacle
visitors the opportunity to touch streets lined with impressive Island. Upon returning to the
the famous “Green Monster” million-dollar real estate, espe- Boston waterfront, head straight
outfield wall. Have lunch at the cially in the exclusive Louisburg to the North End for a bite.
Prudential Tower (p100) food Square (p46). Next, visit the
court that offers several eating acclaimed boutiques and antique Afternoon A short stroll from the
options as well as stunning views shops along the scenic Charles North End, Charlestown (p117)
from the Skywalk observatory. Street (p46). The many popular exudes history. Simply follow
cafés here offer sidewalk views. the Freedom Trail (p126–29)
Afternoon Indulge in world- and you’ll arrive at the Bunker
class shopping by visiting chic Afternoon Walk along the Hill Monument (p117), site of the
Copley Place (p101) or the two waterfront until you reach the infamous Battle of Bunker Hill.
main shopping streets: Newbury Institute of Contemporary Art Head back towards the water to
Street (p95) and Boylston Street (p76), a go-to destination for visit the historic Charlestown
(p98). A short walk away is the lovers of modern art. Special Navy Yard (p117) and the
Boston Common and the exhibits, speakers, and live music U.S.S. Constitution (p117).
Public Garden (pp48–9) where performances are commonplace.
you can enjoy a ride on the Then follow the crowds to the Day 5
Swan Boats. Round off the day charming North End, where Morning Greet the day with
with a stroll through the trendy, popular Italian eateries have a walk through Christopher
lively South End neighborhood. lines out the door most nights. Columbus Park (p75). Then walk
to the New England Aquarium
Day 2 Day 4 (pp78–9) to see the giant ocean
Morning From Boston, hop on Morning Hop on one of the tank or watch a 3D film on the
the subway’s red line until you frequent, inexpensive boats that huge IMAX screen. Then hop
reach Harvard Square (p110), shuttle visitors to the Boston aboard a Boston Duck Tour. Enjoy
an inviting neighborhood filled tasty dishes of locally caught
with eclectic shops and eateries. seafood at one of the Seaport
To best appreciate Cambridge’s District’s waterfront eateries.
(pp110–11) preeminent standing
in world wide academia, explore Afternoon Take a walk on the
the campus of Harvard University. famous Freedom Trail (p126–29)
Enjoy lunch in Harvard Square and visit the Old State House
while watching the bustling (pp62–3), then visit the iconic
crowds of students and tourists. Faneuil Hall (p65). Next, you’ll
reach the North End, where you
Afternoon Visit one of the can sit and relax outside the Old
Harvard University Art North Church (p73). Later, laugh
Museums (pp114–16), then the night away by catching a
make the short journey to the big-name comedian at the
Massachusetts Institute of Wilbur Theatre. Or, if the weather
Technology (p111), whose allows, catch a lively rock concert
campus is filled with fascinating The entrance to Quincy Market, a hub at the city’s largest waterfront
architecture, museums, and art. of social activity in the Financial District venue, the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion.

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