Vacation Attractions in Boston

Boston, famous as the capital of Massachusetts, is the largest city in New England. As the capital city of such a diverse and beautiful area, there is an incredible variety of attractions, sights, activities and entertainment. As well as being a very nice and friendly place to visit, this fabulous city is also home to several renowned colleges and universities. Boston’s colleges and universities have a huge impact on the city and the region’s economy as a whole. They are not only major employers, but also attract high-tech industries to the city and surrounding region, especially hardware, biotech, and software companies.

For most people, arrival in Boston will generally be via Logan Airport. This is a bustling airport serving domestic and international flights. Located just 3 miles from downtown Boston, making transportation to hotel or city destinations much easier. Taxis, shuttle buses, or the subway can get you cheaply into the downtown Boston area. A taxi from the airport to your central hotel will set you back around £25 (depending on the exchange rate), which includes all fares and tolls to the city. Your journey shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes (as long as you miss rush hour), though beware of possible congestion in the Callahan and Sumner tunnels during busy periods. For an easier and faster method of getting around, take the subway, which is just ten minutes from downtown on the fantastic MBTA Blue Line.

The city’s youthful and vibrant atmosphere is one of the main attractions for visitors to Boston and perhaps the best place to enjoy this atmosphere is Boston Common. This great old public park is a place where you can walk, sit, run, skate or whatever mode of travel you choose to get around. Boston Common is a great place to relax and take in the fabulous views of the city and explore some of the attractive gardens that surround it. A true rival to New York’s famous Central Park. For sports fans, no visit would be complete without seeing a game with the Boston Red Sox, a Major League Baseball team and a major attraction in the Boston area.

There are a number of neighborhoods in Boston that are worth mentioning. One of the most prestigious areas to explore is Beacon Hill and the downtown area. Just north of Boston Common, this neighborhood is great for walking and enjoying fabulous views and wonderful buildings like the King’s Chapel and the Old State House. Walking around the city is the only way to truly get acquainted with all the stunning scenery and multiple attractions and that historical feel.

Every city has either Little Italy or China Town (or sometimes both), for Boston’s version of Little Italy, you need to find your way to Charlestown and the North End. Here you can walk through the old streets and stop at one or two places of interest, including the Old Town Church and Copp’s Hill Cemetery, where you can get a spectacular view of the city.

For business travelers or those who just can’t do without their laptops, even on vacation, Mayor Menino has announced his Wireless Task Force, introducing hotspots downtown and throughout Roxbury where businessmen, tourists and residents can access to the Internet at any time.

Another picturesque region of the city is the Back Bay area. Again, this part of town has many older Victorian houses and buildings to see. This area is also the perfect place to grab a bite to eat and visit a bar for a couple of drinks afterwards. Find a place to enjoy some great Boston food and drink, while watching the city go by.

Check out the incredible 2007 Boston Shines on Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 in neighborhoods across the city as we all help make Boston shine! A spring cleaning is the perfect way to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring. Boston Shines is an opportunity to work side by side with neighbors, corporate volunteers, universities, neighborhood businesses, public organizations and private agencies.

With the wealth of entertainment and culture in Boston, your visit will be filled with fun and excitement, suitable for all tastes and budgets.

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