Travel to Boston

Calling history buffs. Your city break in Boston demands a march along the Freedom Trail where tales of revolution, tea parties and trailblazers like Paul Revere await. Another portal into the past is the Black Heritage Trail, featuring sites significant to Boston’s Black history. Movie buffs can explore Boston’s cinematic past by touring film locations from ‘Good Will Hunting,’ ‘Mystic River’ and many more. 

With creamy clam chowder, fresh lobster rolls and crispy fish 'n' chips, Boston is famous for its seafood. For a mashup of seafood and history, book a table at one of the oldest restaurants in America, Union Oyster House. Or, for seafood fresher than the Atlantic breezes, head to the Seaport District.

Bostonians sure love their sports. Join locals cheering on the Red Sox at a baseball game. If a home run doesn’t get you out of your seat, a slam dunk by the Boston Celtics or a touchdown by the New England Patriots might do the trick. Can’t catch a game in person? Watching from a rowdy sports bar with locals is a rite of passage for any holiday to Boston.

In the North End (Boston’s Little Italy), you'll experience the city's heart, soul and stomach. It's like staying at Nonna's – think pasta, cannoli, espresso and a cosy old-world charm. If your holiday to Boston falls in August, take your taste buds to the North End on a weekend when the neighbourhood’s famous feasts will be in full swing.

Good for: Cannoli, trattorias, espresso

In this swanky part of town, Victorian-era charm meets upscale chic. Stroll down Newbury Street for designer shops and local boutiques or take in the historic grandeur of Copley Square. Known for its iconic brownstones, excellent shopping and some of the city’s tastiest coffee, Back Bay is one of the best areas to stay in Boston.

Good for: Brownstone homes, shopping, cafes

One of the best neighbourhoods to stay in Boston is Beacon Hill, a cobblestone wonder where gas street lamps light up historic brownstone townhouses. Wander down Charles Street, known for quaint boutiques and antique treasures, or spend hours exploring the Boston Common, the country’s oldest public park. Remember, Beacon Hill is aptly named, so don't forget comfortable shoes when strolling its steep streets.

Good for: Boston Common, historic architecture, cobbled streets

Travelling with the whole crew? There's a parade of things to do with family in Boston. Watch your little ones marvel at undersea wonders in the New England Aquarium and let them run wild in the Boston Common. For interactive and educational play, head to the Boston Children's Museum and wrap up the day with a scoop from the legendary Toscanini's Ice Cream.

The shopping in Boston is so good, you’ll be leaving with a heavier suitcase and a lighter wallet. Indulge in luxury at Copley Place or Newbury Street. Check out Faneuil Hall Marketplace for unique finds and street entertainment.  And if your idea of retail therapy involves treasure hunting in quaint antique shops, spend a day wandering around Beacon Hill.

No city break in Boston is complete without walking the iconic Freedom Trail. Starting at Boston Common, explore kilometers of revolutionary drama, ending at the USS Constitution Museum. While the direct walk takes 90 minutes, to soak up the city’s 400-year story and hit the best museums in Boston, we recommend making a day of it.

​​The nightlife in Boston makes it just as charming after dark. Head to the Theater District for dazzling performances and thumping nightclubs. Downtown Boston is a playground for casual bar hoppers and craft beer connoisseurs. And, for a good belly laugh, check out the jam-packed comedy calendar at Laugh Boston.

Legal Sea Foods is iconic for ocean-fresh flavours, but the city’s culinary scene is so much more than seafood platters and lobster rolls. For more of the best restaurants in Boston, follow your nose to the Italian delights of the North End, sample sushi, Mongolian hot pot and tapas in the Theater District or take your pick from Beacon Hill's many cafes and bistros.

Boston's crown jewel, the Public Garden is a year-round delight and won't cost you a penny. For more free things to do in Boston, dive into Central Square's funky street art, feel scholarly at the Boston Public Library and, if you're a summer guest, hit the Charles River Esplanade and check out the free events at the Hatch Shell.