The Massachusetts State House

The Massachusetts State House stands a top of Beacon Hill across from the Boston Common. Home to the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives, the “new” State House was built in 1781 due to a growing state government. Free tours are available to see the 23 karat gold dome and Sacred Cod up close and personal.

Four Seasons Hotel: Sargent

Few things say luxury quite like the Four Seasons Hotel. Overlooking Boston's Public Garden, visitors to the Four Seasons have the lavishness and extravagance of Boston's finest stores and restaurants at their fingertips. Sargent, concierge at the Four Seasons Boston Hotel, recommends the following Boston restaurants:


1) Scollay Square, 21 Beacon Street, Boston
"This is a great dining option in the city. It is a casual but delicious. The decor pays homage to an old lost neighborhood of Boston. The images of famed dancers are reflected into the fantastic architectural mirrors above the bar the open kitchen adds excitement to the room. My favorite entree is the pan seared scallops, which are served with a crab and risotto cake and spinach. Be sure to check out the lobster macaroni and cheese - every mouthful is delicious."

2. Skipjacks, 199 Clarendon Street, Boston
"A fantastic Asian influenced fish house with a casual nautical atmosphere. The blue and turquoise colored glass dividers and mosaic tile work give it that waterside feel. The Wasabi Crusted salmon is wonderful and my favorite - the ginger soy glazed and oven steamed sea bass - is amazing. Sushi is available too. The kids will love their Kids Menu item's in 3D. The Sunday Brunch with live jazz is fun and easy with a good mix of breakfast and seafood entrees."

3. Davio's, 75 Arlington Street, Boston
"An Italian favorite for wonderful northern style paired with great steaks and chops. The welcoming lounge and chef's table are two features worth mentioning. The lounge has comfortable sofas and chairs and a living room type atmosphere. The Chef's Table is great for a single diner or diners with an interest in the culinary arts as this table is just in front of their kitchen and their many talented chefs create their dishes just in front of you. Favorites at Davio's are the crispy chicken livers appetizer, the butternut squash ravioli and hand rolled potato gnocchi."

Boston shopping hot zone: Newbury Street

Newbury Street in Boston is comparable to an outdoor mall, only a lot classier. Nestled inside the classic brownstones of Boston, you'll find popular clothing chains including Gap, FCUK and American Eagle Outfitters along with stores for almost every major retail clothing chain in the country.



Yet Newbury Street is also home to many of the more unique shops and designer fashion finds in Boston. Studded chokers and polyester button-down shirt are all the rave at the alternative Allston Beat, while Calypso offers clothes in every color in the rainbow and more. Earth lovers and tree huggers meanwhile should head over to Hempest, known on Newbury Street as L.L. Bean for real nature lovers.



Yet in between the brand-name stores and high-end boutiques on Newbury Street are hidden buried treasures. Have fun with the hats at Matsu or shopping for CDs to cheesy buttons at Newbury Comics. When you need a break from perusing at Patagonia or shopping for shoes at Skechers, Newbury Street has plentiful ice cream parlors, coffee shops and outdoor cafes where buyers can break to get a bite to eat.



With its mix of mainstream and unique shops as well as fast food to fine dining options, Newbury Street is a shopping destination in Boston not to be missed.