One Day Northeast City Tour: Boston Highlights, Providence, Hartford, and New Haven

Day 1: Northeast City Highlights

Boston, MA; Providence, RI; Hartford, CT; New Haven, CT on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Flour Bakery, Boston

Begin your day with fresh pastries and excellent coffee at Flour Bakery, a popular spot beloved by locals for its quality baked goods.
USD15, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Massachusetts State House

Explore the beautiful and historic Massachusetts State House, noted for its golden dome and rich political history. Open 9am-5pm; a quick visit is recommended early to beat crowds.
USD0, 0h45m

9:15am

Walk Faneuil Marketplace and Quincy Market

Wander through Boston’s historic Faneuil Marketplace and Quincy Market, bustling with shops, street performances, and diverse food stalls. Great spot for photos and quick shopping.
USD0, 1h0m

10:30am

Freedom Trail Walk, Boston

Join or self-guide a walk on the Freedom Trail visiting landmarks such as Paul Revere's House and Boston Common. The trail is open all day.
USD0, 1h0m

11:30am

Drive to Providence, RI

Depart Boston and travel approximately 1 hour to Providence, Rhode Island.
USD0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at North, Providence

Dine on fresh, seasonally inspired New American cuisine at North, a top Providence restaurant known for creative dishes.
USD30, 1h0m

1:45pm

Stroll WaterPlace Park, Providence

Enjoy a walk in the scenic WaterPlace Park to see reflective waterways and iconic pedestrian bridges in downtown Providence.
USD0, 0h30m

2:15pm

Drive to Hartford, CT

Journey about 1 hour and 15 minutes south to Hartford, Connecticut.
USD0, 1h15m

3:30pm

Visit Mark Twain House & Museum, Hartford

Tour the historic home of author Mark Twain, learning about his life and works. Open until 5pm, it’s an essential cultural stop.
USD20, 1h15m

4:45pm

Drive to New Haven, CT

Head 40 minutes to New Haven to explore Yale University and dine.
USD0, 0h40m

5:30pm

Tour Yale University Campus, New Haven

Walk through the historic Yale campus including the Yale University Art Gallery and Beinecke Rare Book Library, both generally open until 6pm on weekdays.
USD0, 0h45m

6:15pm

Dinner at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, New Haven

Enjoy legendary New Haven thin crust pizza at Frank Pepe’s, open until 9pm, perfect for a classic local meal.
USD25, 1h0m
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