Exploring Boston: A 9-Day Adventure

Leon Wee

13 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this captivating destination.

Trip to Boston

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$103

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

8 - 11 min

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A spray pool in summer & outdoor ice-skating rink in winter, with a snack bar & carousel.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Opens 10am to 5pm. $20 tickets (Old South Meeting House and Old State House Combo Ticket)

National Historic Landmark & original site of the Boston Tea Party, reenacted here each December 16.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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9 - 11 min

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Grand Episcopal church built in 1877, featuring notable stained-glass windows & vintage organs.

11:00 AM - 6:30 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$36

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 2

$118

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$23

7 - 9 min

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This landscaped park offers pathways, ponds, gardens, a skating rink & an auto museum.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Harvard University's free outdoor tree & plant museum also offers walking tours & family activities.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$28

8 - 11 min

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Neoclassical & modern wings house a vast collection from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$31

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$35

5 - 8 min

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This large greenspace has multiple gardens, playgrounds, ball fields & memorials, plus picnic areas.

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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Free

Day 3

$138

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

12 - 17 min

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This green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$38

7 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$32

9 - 14 min

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Evocative of a 15th-century Venetian palace, this museum houses a world-class art collection.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$19

12 - 15 min

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Home to America's oldest university, this iconic area offers shops, eateries & theaters.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Russell House Tavern is a New American Tavern serving seasonally-inspired, classic dishes from New England and beyond. We specialize in artisanal fare served alongside carefully hand-crafted cocktails and a distinctive collection of all-American wines and craft beers.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$28

Day 4

$110

$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

5 - 6 min

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This tranquil coastal park offers scenic views of the Boston skyline, plus 4.5 miles of trails.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Striking contemporary art & performance space with glass-filled walls overlooking the Harbor.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

9 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$29

5 - 8 min

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The original seat of colonial government & later state capitol, today housing historical exhibits.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Historic library with grand, Renaissance-style architecture, murals by John Singer Sargent & tours.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$27

Day 5

$155

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

7 - 9 min

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Site of Fort Independence (open in the summer), with beach, picnic & jogging areas.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Floating history museum with live reenactments, multimedia exhibits & a tearoom.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$31

11 - 16 min

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Enjoy ocean-side dining just steps from the Aquarium. Our restaurant couldn’t be more convenient to the Financial District, Freedom Trail, and Faneuil Hall.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$29

3 - 4 min

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A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$38

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

1 - 2 min

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Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings.

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Day 6

$123

$ 3

Rowes Wharf

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

8 - 11 min

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Fun, hands-on educational exhibits aimed at kids 11 & under, plus a play space for toddlers.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$23

12 - 17 min

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Cobblestone ring marking the site of the 1770 civilian massacre & Revolutionary War precursor.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Bova’s Bakery has been expertly baking and serving the finest homemade Italian cookies, pastries, and breads for over eighty years. The warm homemade Italian breads, oversized subs, Sicilian pizza and calzones have become staples in Bova’s Bakery and deli section.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

3 - 4 min

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Hallowed 18th-century church & launch point for Paul Revere's revolutionary ride, with tours & more.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

16 - 24 min

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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Harvard's oldest museum, featuring European & American art from the Middle Ages to the present day.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$19

4 - 5 min

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8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$27

Day 7

$120

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

35 - 42 min

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Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park

Sizable park featuring a Civil War-era fort, hiking trails, picnicking areas, fishing & more.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

58 - 70 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$29

4 - 5 min

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Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

Harvard museum with ancient cultures' artifacts & archeology, plus access to Natural History Museum.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Extensive natural-science collections, including animals, minerals & the famous Glass Flowers.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$19

9 - 14 min

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Petsi Pies has been serving up the best handmade pies and pastries in all of Massachusetts since 2003! Come in for a delicious sweet treat today.

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$36

Day 8

$142

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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Highlights of MIT's science & technology exhibits include kinetic sculptures, robots & holograms.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, dome-shaped IMAX/3-D film theater & a planetarium.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$38

10 - 12 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$36

5 - 8 min

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The 43-acre park with 2 visitor centers offers ranger-guided tours & talks about the city's history.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$31

Day 9

$95

$ 8

Bruegger's offers authentic NY-style bagels, perfect for a variety of fresh breakfast & deli sandwiches alongside salads, soups & custom-blended coffee. Breakfast & lunch catering are now available!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

9 - 11 min

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