Museum of Fine Arts
Boasting an incredible collection of paintings and more, this is a place to lose yourself for several hours.
http://www.mfa.org/
Peabody-Essex Museum
Just north of Boston, this museum holds a vast number of items from various shipgoing merchants, as well as nautical exhibits.
http://www.pem.org/
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
One of my personal favorites, this museum is based in an open-center, gorgeous multi-story home and is filled with a variety of works of art.
http://www.boston.com/gardner
Boston Ballet
Perhaps most famous for its yearly performance of the Nutcracker, which spans the entire month of December, the Boston Ballet also puts on a variety of other performances throughout the year.
http://www.bostonballet.org
Boston International In-Water Boat Show
Held every year in the spring and fall, this boat show features hundreds of boats of every shape and size.
http://www.bostoninwaterboatshow.com/
Harvard
One of the most well known schools in Boston (and in the world), Harvard is an ivy league school with top marks for its legal and medical teachers.
MIT
MIT is the top technical school in the world, and boasts quite a list of famous graduates.
http://www.mit.edu
Old Sturbridge Village
This gorgeous recreation 1850s village is located about an hour outside of Boston, and offers a full-day look at how life was back in the 1800s. The fully functioning farm and town has churches, merchants, cobblers, tinsmiths, and much more.
http://www.osv.org
28th Mass Volunteer Infantry
This civil war unit was involved in quite a bit of fighting - the reenactment group helps keep this knowledge and bravery alive.
http://www.28thmass.org/
Official Website
The Boston Bruins is the NFL hockey team based in Boston, MA. Their official website is here -
http://www.bostonbruins.com
Official Webpage
The Boston Red Sox is the official MLB team based in Boston, MA.
http://www.bostonredsox.com
Official webpage
The Boston Celtics is the official NBA team from Boston, MA. Here is their official webpage:
http://www.bostonceltics.com
Logan Airport
Logan Airport is one of the hub airports for the northeast. It is huge; take time to figure out where you need to go before you get there.
http://www.loganairport.com
Bisuteki
A slice-and-dice located in Cambridge, MA, this has reasonable food with a fun atmosphere. Not the top sushi, but a fun date or family evening out.
Mr. Sushi
Extremely well rated by various reviewers, Mr. Sushi offers quality sushi with a less crowded environment than other similar restaurants.
329 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446
Ginza
Consistently rated as some of the best Japanese food and sushi to be found in Boston.
1002 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02146
Amtrak
Amtrak has a number of trains that go into and through Boston.
http://www.amtrak.com
MassPort
MassPort is the organization responsible for all travel within the Boston area - train, bus, subway, airplane, and more. Your one-stop way to get information.
http://www.massport.com
Patriots Official Webpage
The official NFL team for Boston, the New England Patriots play in Foxboro Stadium. This is their official webpage.
http://www.newenglandpatriots.com/
Greyhound
Greyhound provides bus service to the Boston area from just about anywhere in the US.
http://www.greyhound.com
Legal Seafoods
Legal Seafoods is famous in Massachusetts for providing high quality seafood. There are several locations in the Boston area.
http://www.legalseafoods.com
Joseīs Mexican Food
Although not incredibly authentic, this restaurant is a fun place with good food.
131 Sherman St
Cambridge, MA 02140
Boston Childrenīs Museum
An incredible treat for kids of any age, this museum features a mock-up of a Japanese subway,a Japanese home, a Mexican store, and much, much more.
http://www.bostonkids.org/
New England Aquarium
With a multi-thousand-gallon circular tank in its center, this aquarium has special shows, hands-on tanks and much, much more.
http://www.neaq.org/
BC
BC is very well known for its fine programs. Learn more about Boston College and its history.
http://www.bc.edu/
City Slicker Charters
City Slicker Charters offers both fishing and fun water tours in Boston Harbor.
http://www.cityslickercharters.com/
FishBoston
Fishing charters out of Boston Harbor and nearby waters.
http://www.fishboston.com/
Lynne Woods
Located north of Boston, this large wood area has a number of mountain biking trails in it that are well loved by area bikers.
Gloucester
Gloucester has easy trails along the water, as well as some difficult trails which go past railroad tracks and up alongside stones carved with inspirational sayings.
Westport Rivers Winery
Located south of Boston, Westport Rivers has won many awards for its world class sparkling wines. Just about every week is a special event at this winery.
http://www.westportrivers.com
*About the T*
The T is the subway system in Boston. Most of it is underground, although a few parts do use above-ground trollies. In general the T is very safe to use, especially if used during the day. As with any urban experience, be aware of your surroundings and keep your valuables stowed safely away.
Each line in the T is a different color, and that color train normally just goes from one end of its line to the other and back again. It is a fairly straightforward system.
MBTA
The MBTA is the organization which runs the "T", which is the name of the subway in Boston. You can visit here for more information on current rates and hours.
MBTA.com
Red Line
The red line at its northern end begins in Alewife, and goes down through Cambridge past Harvard and MIT. It crosses the green and yellow lines, then hits South Station. It splits into two lines, one heading to Mattapan and the other to Braintree.
Green Line
The green line goes north to Wonderland from Government Center. Along the way it passes the New England Aquarium and Logan Airport.
Parks in Boston
There are a ton of public parks in Boston, full of areas to picnic, walk, and fly kites. Take an afternoon to enjoy nature with your kids.
Boston Parks
Plimoth Plantation
This recreation of a Pilgrim Village from 1627 lets you walk around and talk to the "inhabitants", learning first hand what life was like back then.
Plimoth Plantation
The Mayflower
The Mayflower was the ship that the Pilgrims came over to Massachusetts in. The Plimoth Plantation has a full size reproduction of it that you can go aboard and look around. See just what sorts of conditions the pilgrims traveled in!
Mayflower
Recreation - Mayflower II
Plimoth Plantation has a life-sized replica of the Mayflower, called the Mayflower II. If you want to see exactly what life was like for the pilgrims, this is the best way to find out!
The Mayflower II
Shipīs Bell
The ship had a bell in its center that was used to keep time. It was rung every half hour. The first time it was rung once, then twice, and so on until at 3 1/2 hours it rang 8 times. Then they began again with one ring.
The bell was also used to warn the shipīs passengers of an emergency.
How Big Was the Mayflower?
The Mayflower was 106 1/2 feet long. It really only has 3 levels below the deck - one which holds the crew and captain, a "in between level" where the passengers were stuffed, and then a lower level which carried all of the supplies.
How many people were aboard?
There were 102 passengers on the Mayflower. Itīs harder to determine exactly who was on the crew. There appear to be at least 12. There was a captain, four mates, a doctor, a carpenter, a gunner, a boatswain, a cook, and three quartermasters.
Boston Massacre
On March 5, 1770, a group of Americans were harassing a troop of British soldiers by throwing ice and snowballs at them. The soldiers retaliated by firing into the crowd, killing 5 people. This infuriated the local population, inciting them to further acts of rebellion.
Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was on December 16, 1773. Most people at the time drank tea, and the British taxed it heavily. The people of Massachusetts became furious that they were paying such high taxes to a country that didnīt seem to care about them. When ships bearing tea arrived in Boston Harbor, Samuel Adams lead a nighttime sneak attack and, dressed as Indians, they poured all of the tea into the harbour.
The Stamp Act
This act was passed by British parliament in 1765. It meant that every single legal document in Massachusetts had to be stamped, and a tax paid, in order for it to truly be legal. Massachusetts citizens were furious because they were now being taxed by a government that didnīt ask them if they wanted the tax, and the taxes were being used to pay for the soldiers that were punishing them.
Nathan Hale
Nathan Hale is well known for being hung during the American Revolution, and saying "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country." He was born in Coventry, CT and served for a time in Boston before meeting his end in New York.
Bunker Hill Monument
The Battle of Bunker Hill is famous for the phrase, "Donīt Fire until you see the Whites of their Eyes", said by Colonel William Prescott. The battle was fought on June 17, 1775. The existing monument was placed on the spot in 1842 to commemorate the battle.
Bunker Hill Monument
Alexander Graham Bell
Alexander Graham Bellīs famous first words on his telephone were, "Watson - come here - I want you" on March 10th, 1876. He did his research and experimentation in Boston.
WGBH - Public Television
WGBH is Bostonīs public television, and is world famous for its shows such as Sesame Street and Zoom.
http://www.wgbh.org/
WGBH 89.7FM
WGBH 89.7FM is a public radio station which offers arts, cultural shows, classical and jazz music.
http://www.wgbh.org/watch-listen/index?center_item_id=78604
Boston Globe
The Boston Globe is an award-winning newspaper with a large number of readers daily. It offers news about Boston, Massachusetts, the US and the World.
Boston.Com
Boston Magazine
Boston Magazine is a monthly magazine which reviews the restaurants, arts, society and events of Boston, Massachusetts.
http://www.bostonmagazine.com/
Tatsukichi
Rated Best Japanese in Boston in 1999 by the Boston Magazine, this is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in the area. Wide array of authentic food.
http://www.tatsukichi.baweb.com
Annaīs Taqueria
Voted Best Burrito in Boston for 1998, 1999 and 2001, Annaīs Taqueria has good food at reasonable prices. Located in Brookline and Cambridge.
Kellyīs Diner
Located in an authentic 1953 dining car, Kellyīs Diner was voted best diner in 2001 by the Boston Magazine. Located in Somerville.
Belle Maison
Voted best antique shop by Boston Magazine in 2001, this spot in Newton has a wide array from the US and from Europe.
http://www.belle-maison.com
The Red Wagon
Located on Charles Street in Boston, this childrenīs clothing shop was voted best kids clothes by Boston Magazine in 1998 and 2001.
Yolandaīs
Winner of Best Wedding Dresses in 2001 by Boston Magazine, this spot provides just about anything a bride could be looking for.
http://www.yolandas.com
Bliss Gift & Bridal Registry
Voted best bridal registry by Boston Magazine in 2000 and 2001, they have high end items and are very attentive. Located in Cambridge.
http://www.blissgift.com
Keezerīs
Voted Best Menīs Resale Clothing in 1998 by Boston Magazine, Keezerīs is in Cambridge and has thousands of new and used suits and tuxedos.
Killington
Itīs really close by, and it has EXCELLENT trails for all levels of skiier. There are huge beginner slopes, plus amazing black diamonds. A must-visit for any skiier.
Killington Website
Nantucket Wine Festival
The Nantucket Wine Festival is held each spring on Nantucket Island! This is one of the best events of the year, even if youīre only slightly interested in wine. Youīll taste the best of the best, learn what wines you really like, eat delicious food, and get to talk to people from around the world.
http://www.nantucketwinefestival.com
Westport Rivers Winery
This winery creates some of the finest sparkling wine in the world, and itīs located right in Westport, Massachusetts.
http://www.westportrivers.com
