Explore Boston

Maybe you haven't experienced our festivals, our public art, and the magic of global and regional cultures colliding in our food. Maybe you haven't seen the diversity of our neighborhoods, businesses, and people - or felt the history in our collective bones. We invite you to see what a vibrant, magnetic, and inclusive place Boston is.

Let us introduce you to a Boston you may not know yet.

Seasonal Guides

Whether you're traveling this fall or planning a trip for the holiday season, winter, spring, or summer, explore our seasonal favorites.

Aerial view of the 2023 Cambridge Dance Party

Itinerary Ideas

Discover what to see, where to go, and how to immerse yourself in authentic experiences in Boston.

Boston Neighborhoods

7 months ago

50 Fun Things to Do in Boston

There's something for everyone in Boston. Whether you're visiting for our storied history, star-studded live…

a year ago

13 Parks in Boston to Visit

With nearly 300 parks and open spaces around Boston, it's no wonder we're considered one of America's most walkable…

Activities & Attractions a year ago

10 Fun Things to Do on Your First Visit to Boston

So you are heading to the Hub for the first time and you need help - what to see, where to go, how to immerse in authentic, local…

a year ago

9 Things to do Along the Charles River

Introducing one of the first places you should visit on your trip to Greater Boston, the Charles River. Nestled among the…

Activities & Attractions a year ago

12 Hidden Gems to Visit in Boston

Discover one-of-a-kind stops for your next Boston trip Sometimes you have to get off the beaten path to truly experience the soul…

a year ago

Pet-Friendly Activities in Boston

Boston is the perfect place for you and your best friend. Whether you're dining, shopping, exploring the city’s green…

Activities & Attractions 5 months ago

10 Boston Farmers Markets to Visit

There's no better way to experience a city than through its food. And when it comes to farm-fresh produce from Massachusetts…

Activities & Attractions a year ago

25 Things to Do in Boston with Kids

We know you have one goal when traveling with kids – keep them occupied! Luckily, Boston is full of fun for the entire…

a year ago

Top 13 Luxury Hotels in Boston

Experience the ultimate in luxury at one of Boston’s top hotels. From plush bedding to the very best service, these hotel…

Activities & Attractions a year ago

5 Outdoor Adventures in Boston

Seeking some outdoor adventures in Boston? Get away from the hustle and bustle of Beantown and step into the great outdoors!…

a year ago

9 Speakeasies in Boston to Visit

There's something so intimate and mysterious about sipping craft cocktails at a local speakeasy. Whether it’s the…

Activities & Attractions 2 years ago

Top 15 Instagrammable Locations in Boston

We all know a picture is worth a thousand words. But we think the perfect photo is also worth a thousand likes. To help you…

8 months ago

9 Experiential Bars in Boston

Looking for a new way to spend a night out with friends or a happy hour with colleagues? Then check out Boston's experiential…

Nightlife 2 years ago

The Top Italian Restaurants in Boston’s North End

One of Boston's most iconic foodie neighborhoods, the North End is a staple for visitors and locals alike. Whether…

Neighborhoods 2 years ago

Harvard Square at Your Feet

If you’re itching to explore the Square or perhaps, visit for the first time, then take a self-guided walking tour! You can…

North Cambridge

As Mass. Ave. unfurls northward from Porter Square, things start to get weird - and wonderful. Strewn along the main drag are some…

Inman Square

If you have the patience to walk for ten minutes from the nearest subway stop, you don't have any excuse to pass up this…

Central Square

Don't let Central Square's size fool you - this small neighborhood is home to big things. From live music to tech museums…

East Cambridge

To be perfectly honest, this neighborhood is probably the most "below the radar" for visitors, but what it lacks in…

Porter Square

Look up! It's impossible to ignore Gift of the Wind-huge, bright red, and whirling on its own accord-the 46-foot stainless…

Kendall Square

It's difficult to comprehend how much of the future is created in these parts. Between web behemoths like Google and…

West Cambridge

This sprawling neighborhood isn't so much easily defined by a single persona as it is by its relative preponderance of green…

Cambridgeport

Hugged by the Charles River to the south, this primarily residential neighborhood is a picturesque parade of triple-decker homes…

Large Red Dragon Puppet in Street During Chinese New Year Celebration in Boston

Cross-Cultural Events

Find what's happening in our 23 diverse neighborhoods and beyond.

Festivals & Annual Events

From the oldest marathon in the United States to the first St. Patrick's Day celebration, we're no stranger to hosting big events.

Meet Boston Blog

Get insider tips and explore our favorite activities, events, and things to do on the Meet Boston Blog.

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