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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 332 attractions in Boston

If you want to experience a BOSTON ADVENTOURS a great easy way to see Boston without sitting in a bus with old fuddy duddys at a decent savings, Gift certificates available. It is great way to see the

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 332 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: Trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 332 attractions in Boston

Old Town Trolley Tours shows you the best of Boston on their 100-minute, fully narrated tour. As the official tour of the Boston Red Sox, guests will enjoy 17 stops, including Fenway Park, where you may disembark for shopping, dining and attractions. Each ticket comes with free admission to the Old State House Museum, a full–color guidebook, and coupons worth over $50 in savings. Old Town Trolley Tours has a 100% money back guarantee.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 332 attractions in Boston

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

Attraction type: Neighbourhood
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 332 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 332 attractions in Boston

Boston's oldest, largest and best-known art institution, the MFA houses one of the world's most comprehensive art collections and is renowned for its Impressionist paintings, Asian and Egyptian collections and early American art.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Other; Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 332 attractions in Boston

Boston's best whale watch! Experience whales as only the New England Aquarium can present them! Our experienced marine biologists tell you all about these majestic creatures and the other inhabitants of Stellwagen Bank onboard the only fast catamaran in Boston designed specifically for whale watching! Whale sightings are guaranteed on this family fun adventure!

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 332 attractions in Boston

Relive the Kennedy era in this dynamic combination museum and library, where your visit starts with a short film and then leaves you on your own to explore a series of fascinating exhibits, including the Kennedy-Nixon debate, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the space program, 1960s campaign paraphernalia and displays about Jacqueline and other Kennedy family members. The striking, I.M. Pei-designed building overlooks the water and the Boston skyline.

Attraction type: History museum; Library; Speciality museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 332 attractions in Boston

If you've enjoyed the Harpoon Ale products you will want to tour the brewery or join the fun at one of Harpoon's annual beer festivals.

Attraction type: Brewery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 332 attractions in Boston

This bar features female impersonators Tuesday through Saturday nights.

Attraction type: Gay bar; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 332 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; Speciality shop; Shop; Flea/street market; Other; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 332 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 Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 332 attractions in Boston
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