Discover Boston, Massachusetts in 5 days

  1. Day 1: Freedom Trail
    Start Point - Massachusetts State House
    2 hours (2.5 miles) from Boston Common

    Discover 16 historical sites such as the Massachusetts State House, Old Granary Burying Ground, and Paul Revere House that tell the story of Boston's role in the American Revolution.

  2. Day 2: Harvard University and Cambridge
    Start Point - Boston Common
    40 min (3 miles) from Freedom Trail

    Take a stroll around America's oldest and most prestigious university, Harvard University. Visit museums and libraries, relax in Cambridge Commons, and admire the architecture of historic buildings in the area at your leisure.

  3. Day 3: Fenway Park and Boston Museums
    Start Point - Harvard University
    30 min (3 miles) from Cambridge

    Let's start with a tour of the home of the Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park. Then, explore Boston art, history, and culture in any of the famous museums such as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, or the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.

  4. Day 4: Whale Watching and Quincy Market
    Start Point - Long Wharf
    3 hours (30 miles) from Boston Museums

    Get up close and personal with whales in Boston's whale watching tours which offer an exciting experience to watch whales in their natural habitat. Afterward, head to Quincy Market and enjoy delicious food and shopping in the historic marketplace.

  5. Day 5: Beacon Hill and USS Constitution Museum
    Start Point - Faneuil Hall
    15 min (1.5 miles) from Quincy Market

    Take a walk around Beacon Hill's cobblestone streets and antique shops. Later visit the USS Constitution Museum, which features exhibits and artifacts related to the famous ship. Finish your Boston trip with scenic views from the Bunker Hill Monument.

Time and Cost Estimations

  • Freedom Trail (2 hours, free)
  • Harvard University (3-4 hours, free)
  • Fenway Park (1 hour, $25)
  • Boston Museums (4 hours, $25-50)
  • Whale Watching (3-4 hours, $55)
  • Quincy Market (2-3 hours, free)
  • Beacon Hill (2 hours, free)
  • USS Constitution Museum (2 hours, $15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $120-$160

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum or the New England Aquarium, both popular attractions in the city. For less time, eliminate Harvard University and the USS Constitution Museum to prioritize more popular sites such as the Freedom Trail and Fenway Park.

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