Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile-long path through downtown Boston that passes by 16 historical landmarks. This trail highlights the city's significant role during the American Revolution. Grab a map, comfortable shoes and let's wander through history.
In the morning, visit the legendary ballparks in Fenway Park, home to the Boston Red Sox. Take a tour or catch a game if there's one scheduled. In the afternoon, head over to the Boston Public Library, the oldest public library in the country. Guests are welcome to explore the courtyard, galleries, and exhibits.
Begin the day with the MIT Museum, displaying the achievements and inventions of MIT students and faculty across the globe. In the afternoon, tour Harvard University. Relax by the grass in the Harvard Yard or visit famous landmarks like Harvard Library, The John Harvard Statue and the Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Starting the day at USS Constitution Museum, learn about the history of the oldest commissioned ship in the United States Navy. The afternoon is to be spent at the New England Aquarium, seeing more than 20,000 animals from hundreds of species.
Explore the Boston Common, one of Boston's oldest city parks, and relax after a frantic start to the trip. In the afternoon, head to the Cheers Bar, the original inspiration behind the famous TV show, where everybody knows your name.
For optimal flexibility, we suggest using Boston's subway system, known as the "T". It's easily accessible and inexpensive, with one-way fares starting at $2.40. Taxis and ridesharing apps are available as well but could be more expensive depending on your destination. To save time and cover more ground, you may rent a bicycle, as many public space and commercial places encourage cycling.
If you have extra day(s), consider exploring Boston's nearby cities like Cambridge and Somerville, or take a day trip to Plymouth or Salem. If you have fewer days, shorten your "must-visit" location list, or exclude it altogether, and add or extend Boston Common strolls to other parks, including the Charles River Esplanade or Arnold Arboretum. Do not forget to book your museum tours or activities ahead of time, and bring light jackets during the colder months.
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is situated in East Boston, four miles from Downtown Boston. Taxi and private transport, car rentals as well as public transit are available throughout the airport to travel to and from the airport.