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Back Bay
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #92 of 326 attractions in Boston

The most useful website for learning information about the Boston Back Bay is www.VisitBostonBa... It's so great, it has all of the best  restaurants, shops, hotels, salons and more!!  Check it out...

Attraction type: Neighbourhood
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Grape Island
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #93 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Island; Trail; Historic site
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Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #97 of 326 attractions in Boston

Visitors to this replica of the famous ship can participate in a reenactment of the famous revolt protesting "taxation without representation." (Please note: The museum is currently undergoing full renovation with plans for reopening summer 2007.)

Attraction type: History museum; Ship
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Jamaica Pond
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #99 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Park; Pond
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New England Aquarium
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #124 of 326 attractions in Boston

The 200,000-gallon Giant Ocean Tank is the centerpiece of the Aquarium, Boston's most visited tourist attraction.

Attraction type: Aquarium; Other; Arena/stadium/field
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Fan Pier
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #133 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk; Scenic/historic walking area
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HarborWalk
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #148 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area
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Carson Beach
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #155 of 326 attractions in Boston

Boston Harbor improvements have made this beach a neighborhood favorite once again.

Attraction type: Beach
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Minuteman Bikeway
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #162 of 326 attractions in Boston

The Minuteman Bikeway runs from Cambridge, Mass into Arlington Center, Arlington Heights, on into Lexington Center then over Route I-95 (or Rte 128) and ends in Bedford, Mass. It is the most traveled...

Attraction type: Biking trail
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Emerald Necklace
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #169 of 326 attractions in Boston

Frederick Law Olmsted designed this chain of parks and green spaces in and around Boston.

Attraction type: Garden; Park
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Paul Revere Mall
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #181 of 326 attractions in Boston

Plaza located behind Old North Church.

Attraction type: Town centre/square/plaza; Park
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The Fens
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #184 of 326 attractions in Boston

Nature Reserve offers great running trails for people who love peace and quiet.

Attraction type: Nature reserve
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Thompson Island
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #185 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Island
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Gallops Island
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #215 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Island; Park
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William J. Devine Municipal Golf Course
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #217 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Golf course
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #219 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Nature reserve
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Frog Pond
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #241 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Park
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George Wright Golf Club
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #260 of 326 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Golf course
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Marine Park

This waterfront park was the last jewel in Olmsted's Emerald Necklace.

Attraction type: Park
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Storrow Drive

Scenic, but busy road that winds along the Charles River.

Attraction type: Street; Scenic drive
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