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3-Day Itinerary for Boston

  1. Day 1: Explore Historic Boston
    15 minutes (1.2 miles) from Boston Common

    Start your day at the Boston Common, where you can take a guided tour of the park and learn about its fascinating history. Next, head to the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile walking path that takes you past 16 historical sites, including the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere's House, and the Old North Church. Stop for lunch at Quincy Market, where you can choose from a variety of food vendors, and then visit the USS Constitution Museum, where you can learn about the history of the US Navy and see the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat. End your day with a sunset stroll along the Charles River Esplanade.

  2. Day 2: Art and Culture in Boston
    20 minutes (1.8 miles) from the Museum of Science

    Start your day at the Museum of Fine Arts, home to over 450,000 works of art from around the world, including pieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and John Singer Sargent. After lunch, visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, where you can explore the beautiful grounds and see art dating back to the 15th century. In the evening, catch a show at the Boston Opera House or the Wang Theatre.

  3. Day 3: Boston's Seaport District
    25 minutes (2.1 miles) from the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

    Start your day at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, where you can relive the events that sparked the American Revolution. Next, visit the Institute of Contemporary Art, which features cutting-edge contemporary art and stunning waterfront views. After lunch, take a stroll along the Harborwalk, a scenic path that runs along Boston Harbor. End your day with a visit to the Harpoon Brewery, where you can sample some of Boston's best local beers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Boston Common (1-2 hours, free)
  • Freedom Trail (2-3 hours, free)
  • Quincy Market (1 hour, $)
  • USS Constitution Museum (1-2 hours, $$)
  • Museum of Fine Arts (2-3 hours, $$)
  • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (1-2 hours, $$)
  • Boston Opera House (2-3 hours, $$$)
  • Wang Theatre (2-3 hours, $$$)
  • Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum (1-2 hours, $$)
  • Institute of Contemporary Art (1-2 hours, $)
  • Harborwalk (1-2 hours, free)
  • Harpoon Brewery (1-2 hours, $$)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $$-$$$
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