Popular places to visit
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
You can study the exhibits at John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Activities
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Odyssey Boston Premier Elegant Dinner Cruise
Boston Freedom Trail Daily Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Dorchester
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
South Boston
South Boston is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Carson Beach and Flynn Cruiseport Boston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Andrew Station or Broadway Station to get around.
Jamaica Plain
Check out the breweries while you're in Jamaica Plain. Hop on the metro at Green Street Station and Heath Street Station to see top sights like Arnold Arboretum and The Footlight Club.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and Cathedral of the Holy Cross.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
Seaport District
Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Leader Bank Pavilion.
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