Things to Do in Boston: Our Complete City Guide

Retrace the beginnings of the American Revolution, walk the cobblestone streets of the North End, and taste seafood at its freshest with help from our guide to things to do in Boston. 

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BOSTON ON A BUDGET

How to Do a Weekend for $300
A weekend in Beantown for only $300 might be easier than you think—especially since some of its best attractions are free.

THINGS TO DO IN BOSTON

The Best Boston Neighborhoods to Visit for Food, History, and More

Want to become a genius by osmosis? Go to Cambridge. Looking for the best food? Hit up North End.

Non-Touristy Things to Do in Boston: A 3-Day Itinerary

Try candlepin bowling, visit a century-old dive bar, and try more Boston activities that locals actually do themselves.

10 Fun Things to Do in Boston with Kids

No rolled eyes or bored sighs here, we promise.

The 7 Best Boston Tours

Grab a pint at the Cheers bar, learn some Colonial history, or get spooked during a nighttime ghost walk.

How to Save $100 a Week in Boston

Catch a hit Broadway musical, sail Boston Harbor, and feast on French-Moroccan food, all while saving big.

4 Reasons to Do the Boston Freedom Trail

You can drink in the same bar Paul Revere and George Washington did, for one.

MBTA 101: A First-Timer's Guide to Getting Around Boston

Go from tourist to "T" master with these five essential tips.

BOSTON AT A GLANCE

BEST RESTAURANTS IN BOSTON

The Best Food in Boston: A Bucket List

Iconic eats and local specialties you have to try. Chowder, baked beans, and... spuckies?

The 10 Best Meals in Boston for $10 or Less

How can you not love a Double Awesome sandwich?

The Best Restaurants in the North End

Explore the neighborhood known as one of the best spots for Italian food in the country.

EDITORS' PICKS

Best Irish Pubs

Best Seafood Restaurants

Our 9 Favorite Places in Cambridge

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USERS' FAVES

Best Indian Restaurants

Best Wine Bars

Best Pizza

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