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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 326 attractions in Boston

Boston Gliders offers 1hour, 1/2 day or full day rentals Monday through Thursday and Segway Adventures 7 days a week around Boston's most popular areas, like the Freedom Trail or the Harbor Walk or...

Attraction type: Other; Tour; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 326 attractions in Boston

Urban AdvenTours offers quality bike rentals and guided bike tours of Boston. Tours depart daily from our shop in the North End near Faneuil Hall and highlight Boston’s coolest neighborhoods and popular sights. We rent a variety of high-quality comfort, road, and fixed gear bikes. With our veggie-oil powered BioBus, we can deliver bikes to hotels in Boston while staying green. Come ride with us, we guarantee you’ll have a ‘wheely’ good time.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 326 attractions in Boston

Even if you have lived in Boston all your life, taking a Boston Duck Tour is a lot of fun, and a great family event. The "DUCK" is an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle...

Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 326 attractions in Boston

There are at least four Different Tour Companies that tour guests on the Freedom Trail: Boston Adventures Boston By Foot The Freedom Trail Foundation The Histrionic Academy  

Attraction type: Historic walking area; Trail; Other; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 326 attractions in Boston

Fenway Park is the oldest Major League baseball park in the United States. Its small, intimate atmosphere really allows you to feel like you are "in the game." On a warm summer night there is nothing...

Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 326 attractions in Boston

Sam Adams Brewery offers tours on: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-3pm Fridays 10am-5:30pm Saturdays 10-3pm **Tours not available on certain holidays, check in advance.** Tours depart about every 45 minutes...

Attraction type: Brewery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 326 attractions in Boston

Spend a couple of hours or the whole day at this hands-on museum that has something exciting for everyone. Touch a lizard, watch chickens hatching, see lightning being created and enjoy hundreds of other exhibits, where you can't help but learn something new about science and technology. Hold onto the edge of your seat at the IMAX movie theater, which costs extra.

Attraction type: Science museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 326 attractions in Boston

This Italian neighborhood, Boston's oldest, is known for its wonderful restaurants and historic sights.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 326 attractions in Boston

The Boston Public Garden is a beautiful nature retreat in the heart of the city, in the Boston Common. Great for romantic strolls, older travelers, limited mobility travelers and kids.

Attraction type: Urban park; Garden; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 326 attractions in Boston

This bar features female impersonators Tuesday through Saturday nights.

Attraction type: Gay bar; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 326 attractions in Boston

The oldest commissioned ship in the U.S. Navy and undefeated in battle, Old Ironsides earned its famous nickname with its legendary ability to repel any shot fired. Active-duty sailors guide visitors around the ship.

Attraction type: Historic site; Ship; Maritime museum; History museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 326 attractions in Boston

This library preserves historical and legal records of Massachusetts for its citizens. The museum offers formal exhibits showcasing its artifacts.

Attraction type: History museum; Library
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 326 attractions in Boston

The site of a fort erected in 1634, Castle Island is a great place to walk, jog or just unwind and enjoy the view.

Attraction type: Historic site; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 326 attractions in Boston

www.bostonmovieto... Historic Boston with a Hollywood Edge Lights, Camera, Action! Experience Boston’s movie magic by visiting locations made famous by your favorite TV shows and movies. And see how...

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 326 attractions in Boston

The famous Boston Brahmin neighborhood of red brick sidewalks, cobblestoned streets, elegant townhouses and gas street lamps.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 326 attractions in Boston

Anchored by the modern John Hancock building and the stately Trinity Church, this area is known for its upscale restaurants and stores.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Jazz bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 326 attractions in Boston

Whether it's a summer picnic in the grass or winter ice-skating on Frog Pond, Boston's oldest public park is the perfect escape from the bustle of the city.

Attraction type: Park; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 326 attractions in Boston

Most major cities have something like it now, but this was one of the first urban historic shopping districts and its success inspired many imitators. Now it features a similar assortment of shops as...

Attraction type: Historic site; Mall; Architectural building; Specialty shop; Shop; Flea/street market; Other; Landmark/point of interest
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