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Ranked #31 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Amazing To Visit“ 05/10/2013
- ”The Nub of the Hub is Here“ 04/12/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Anchored by the modern John Hancock building and the stately Trinity Church, this area is known for its upscale restaurants...
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Anchored by the modern John Hancock building and the stately Trinity Church, this area is known for its upscale restaurants and stores.
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Ranked #32 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Incredible!!“ 05/09/2013
- ”A damn good time.“ 05/06/2013
Category: Performances
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Ranked #33 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Lets go Bruins!!“ 05/23/2013
- ”Celtics!!“ 05/17/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Civic Centers
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This modern arena, formerly named the Fleet Center replaced the beloved but dilapidated Boston Garden as home for the Boston...
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This modern arena, formerly named the Fleet Center replaced the beloved but dilapidated Boston Garden as home for the Boston Celtics and Bruins.
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Ranked #34 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Only if nothing else left with time to...“ 05/13/2013
- ”Quick and Fascinating“ 04/30/2013
Category: Specialty Museums; Museums
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Discover one of Boston’s hidden cultural treasures: The Mapparium! This world-famous, three-story globe is one of the key...
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Discover one of Boston’s hidden cultural treasures: The Mapparium! This world-famous, three-story globe is one of the key attractions at The Mary Baker Eddy Library and has been visited by more than 10 million people since it was constructed in 1935. Brilliant colors and lights track global shifts over the past century as a rich orchestration of words, inspiring quotes, music, and LED lights illustrate how ideas have traversed time and geography and changed the world.
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Ranked #35 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Great Venue“ 04/28/2013
- ”Beautiful theater, hilarious shows“ 04/27/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #36 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”One of my favs“ 05/20/2013
- ”An Architectural Tour de Force“ 04/12/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
This National Historic Landmark, one of America's great buildings, was built in 1877 by architect H.H. Richardson.
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Ranked #37 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”I visited by kayak“ 02/23/2013
- ”Fun Time - Great View“ 10/09/2012
Category: Islands; Lighthouses
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Ranked #38 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”gem off copley square“ 05/21/2013
- ”architecture“ 04/29/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
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Ranked #39 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”For me once was enough but great!“ 04/16/2013
- ”Nice place for a walk“ 02/14/2013
Category: Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
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A popular path for walkers, joggers, bladers and bicyclists, the Esplanade is also home to the Hatch Shell, where the Boston...
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A popular path for walkers, joggers, bladers and bicyclists, the Esplanade is also home to the Hatch Shell, where the Boston Pops holds its annual summer concerts.
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Ranked #40 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Still a sheer delight!“ 05/13/2013
- ”Detective Delight“ 04/14/2013
Category: Performances
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Discover for youself why over 9 million people around the world have seen Shear Madness, the uproarious whodunit where the...
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Discover for youself why over 9 million people around the world have seen Shear Madness, the uproarious whodunit where the audience gets to solve the crime. A mixture of improvisation and up-to-the-minute humor, the play is delightfully different every time you see it.
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Ranked #41 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Paradise“ 04/18/2013
- ”Great Neighborhood for locals and tour...“ 02/15/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
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This tony neighborhood--one of the two most expensive residential areas in Boston--started as a bay. The bay was filled in...
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This tony neighborhood--one of the two most expensive residential areas in Boston--started as a bay. The bay was filled in during the 19th century to create the area now known by the name Back Bay. The area is known for its Victorian brownstones, the Boston Public Library, shopping, office high rises and upscale hotels.
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Ranked #42 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”More than the best view of Boston, Sky...“ 05/12/2013
- ”Beautiful view“ 05/06/2013
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers
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Ranked #43 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Great place to start Freedom Trail!“ 05/13/2013
- ”Great tours!“ 05/11/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Government Buildings; History Museums
Boston's oldest public building was the site of the city's first reading of the Declaration of Independence.
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Ranked #44 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Unsure“ 05/12/2013
- ”Under the bridge“ 04/11/2013
Category: Bridges
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Ranked #45 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Goernment Employees who earn their pay“ 12/26/2012
- ”Very useful to tourists; Location has...“ 12/11/2012
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centers
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Ranked #46 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Sleeping Beauty meets Little Red Ridin...“ 04/08/2013
- ”Boston Ballet Sleeping Beauty“ 04/08/2013
Category: Ballets
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Ranked #47 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Bank of America Pavillion“ 11/30/2012
- ”Great concert venue...“ 11/03/2012
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Concerts
Popular waterside concert venue.
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Ranked #48 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Hard to get a bad seat in this theatre“ 03/21/2013
- ”Favorite escape“ 02/03/2013
Category: Theaters; Architectural Buildings
This ornate, seven-story theater, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to the Boston Ballet.
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Ranked #49 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”OK view; not the best choice for panor...“ 05/22/2013
- ”Nice attraction, bring your sneakers“ 05/19/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
This 220-foot granite tower commemorates the Patriots' undaunted bravery in defeat at the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill.
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Ranked #50 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Great outing!“ 04/23/2013
- ”Historic Chapel and Hallowed Grounds“ 04/12/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Concerts
Built in 1754, this was the first Anglican church in America; it later became the country's first Unitarian house of worship.
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Ranked #51 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Really nice little museum“ 05/13/2013
- ”Great View into Victorian Life“ 04/29/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Specialty Museums
Located on historic Beacon Street, this museum is housed in a 1859 Boston brownstone with Victorian furnishings.
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Ranked #52 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”History under your feet!“ 02/02/2013
- ”A Fascinating Look at Boston's Past“ 01/15/2013
Category: History Museums; Museums
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Ranked #53 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Relax & enjoy“ 01/07/2013
- ”Harbor Island“ 01/05/2013
Category: Islands
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Ranked #54 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Just another walk“ 02/14/2013
- ”Gorgeous Walk Along the Water“ 12/14/2012
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #55 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”This was a lot of fun!“ 04/07/2013
- ”Irreverent, fun, and affordable. You a...“ 04/07/2013
Category: Theaters; Comedy Clubs
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Improv Asylum is a comedy theater that features improvisation and sketch comedy. We’ve been described as Whose Line is it...
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Improv Asylum is a comedy theater that features improvisation and sketch comedy. We’ve been described as Whose Line is it Anyway? meets Saturday Night Live!. Improv Asylum is located in the heart of the North End, within short walking distance from Faneuil Hall and is easily accessible via public transportation. There is a $3.00 service charge per ticket on all phone orders. Advance ticket sales are recommended. We are a smoke-free establishment with no minimum drink requirement.
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Ranked #56 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Great place to visit with kids“ 05/22/2013
- ”Quick Visit“ 05/21/2013
Category: Aquariums
The 200,000-gallon Giant Ocean Tank is the centerpiece of the Aquarium, Boston's most visited tourist attraction.
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Ranked #57 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”more strolling“ 04/29/2013
- ”Cute“ 04/20/2013
Category: Parks; Sports Complexes
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Ranked #58 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Historic“ 04/29/2013
- ”Beautiful!“ 04/11/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
Cyrus Dallin designed this bronze statue of Revere riding his horse.
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Ranked #59 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”"Admiral, there be whales here!"“ 05/20/2013
- ”Lots of whales...great boat and staff“ 05/18/2013
Category: Ferries/ Boats; Boat Tours
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Looking for something to do in Boston? Boston’s Best Cruises offers something for everyone! Choose from an exciting whale...
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Looking for something to do in Boston? Boston’s Best Cruises offers something for everyone! Choose from an exciting whale watch, a day out on the Harbor Islands, Boston’s Best Sunset and Lighthouse Cruises and much more! Boston’s Best Cruises - More than just a boat ride! Our "Ferry Center" building is located on Long Wharf North between the Marriott Long Wharf and Christopher Columbus Park. Look for the dark, wood building with the nautical code flags flying above.
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Ranked #60 of 194 attractions in Boston
- ”Time stood still here“ 04/11/2013
- ”Step back in time“ 02/15/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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