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8 Days in Boston: Exploring the City's Rich History and Culinary Delights

DJ Solis

DJ Solis

14 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Boston, Massachusetts, as you immerse yourself in its rich history and indulge in its delectable culinary scene. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary promises an exciting adventure for solo travelers.

Trip to Boston

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Boston: Boston Common and Public Garden
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$128

Boston Common
Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Public Garden
Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Bistro Du Midi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
2 - 3 min

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The Bristol Lounge
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 2Discovering Science and Savoring Local Flavors
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$201

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$ 5

Museum of Science
Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, dome-shaped IMAX/3-D film theater & a planetarium.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
11 - 14 min

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Boston Public Market
Year-round indoor market with scores of vendors selling local produce, fish, gourmet treats & more.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Mother Juice
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56
6 - 9 min

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Cocobeet
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Day 3Dive into Marine Wonders and Revolutionary Tales
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$222

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$ 10

New England Aquarium
A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
10 - 12 min

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USS Constitution Museum
Interactive museum near the 1797 wooden frigate made famous as "Old Ironsides" in the War of 1812.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Warren Tavern
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$64
6 - 8 min

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Regina Pizza
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$58
Day 4Unraveling the Patriots' Legacy and Satisfying Your Taste Buds
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$175

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$ 5

Boston National Historical Park
The 43-acre park with 2 visitor centers offers ranger-guided tours & talks about the city's history.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Floating history museum with live reenactments, multimedia exhibits & a tearoom.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$63
3 - 4 min

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Bon Me Fort Point
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$58
8 - 11 min

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Clover Food Lab
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 5Exploring Harvard's Prestige and Artistic Beauty
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$148

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$ 5

Harvard Square
Home to America's oldest university, this iconic area offers shops, eateries & theaters.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Evocative of a 15th-century Venetian palace, this museum houses a world-class art collection.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
8 - 11 min

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Thaitation
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$58
4 - 5 min

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Pavement Coffeehouse
With 8 coffee shops across Boston, Pavement Coffeehouse is located near you. We are locally owned and love to welcome the community into our stores every day for great conversation, our own freshly roasted specialty coffee, and fresh homemade bagels.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 6Immersing in Sports History and Savoring Plant-Based Delights
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$181

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$ 5

Fenway Park
Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
14 - 17 min

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Harvard Yard
This sprawling treed area is the oldest part of the Harvard campus, with many historic buildings.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Clover Food Lab
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
6 - 9 min

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Clover
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 7Admiring Artistic Masterpieces and Scaling Historic Heights
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$193

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$ 10

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Neoclassical & modern wings house a vast collection from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
20 - 24 min

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Bunker Hill Monument
Marking the Battle of Bunker Hill, this 221-ft. granite obelisk features 294 steps & scenic views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Regina Pizza
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$58
2 - 3 min

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Bova's Bakery
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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 8Basking in Coastal Serenity and Savoring Seafood Delights
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$134

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$ 10

Castle Island
Site of Fort Independence (open in the summer), with beach, picnic & jogging areas.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Legal Harborside
Legal Harborside is Legal Sea Foods’ 20,000 square foot flagship property on the Boston Waterfront, comprising three floors and three different concepts.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
8 - 10 min

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Capo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62

Budget breakdown: $1429 In total

Activities & Food:$1381
Transport:$48