Boston city breaks

The must-visit places in Boston

Boston is above all a major university centre; Harvard and the MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) are schools that enjoy a solid international reputation. Head to Harvard Square to tour the libraries and make the most of this centre of intellectual emulation.

During your short break in Boston, make sure you don’t miss the Fine Arts Museum with its impressive collection of objects from all over the world.

Boston is nicknamed the “Athens of America”, so take the time to explore its streets and admire the facades of its opulent homes, such as in Beacon Hill.

If you would like to discover an iconic building of the city’s history, visit the church of the Old North. Built in 1723, it houses the United States’ oldest bells.

The best places for partying

Boston is not the place for compulsive party animals wanting to revel until the small hours at unforgettable parties. It’s difficult to eat in a restaurant after 10:00 p.m. and the nightclubs close at 2:00 a.m. To party Boston-style, you need to be like a Bostonian and go to a pub to watch a Red Sox game, who are the local baseball stars. Over a couple of pints, you’ll have the chance to meet some friendly locals during your city break in Boston.

If you want a weekend in Boston, try to go there in summer where all kinds of concerts and festivals are held in halls with affordable tickets, or even free street shows.

To party like a true Bostonian, make some friends there and get yourself invited back to their place – that’s the only way you’ll get to find out what a real Bostonian party is like.

Public parks and baseball grounds

If the weather is nice during your break in Boston, one of the nicest places to spend a few hours outdoors is the Charles River Esplanade. This is a large public park that stretches for three miles on the southern bank of the Charles River Basin, close to the Museum of Science. Make your way to Beacon Hill and you’ll see the iconic golden dome of Massachusetts State House. If you want to explore the inside of the State House, there are regular tours that will guide you through the political history of the building. For many Bostonians, the most important building in the city is Fenway Park – home to the Boston Red Sox and a great place to watch a game of baseball.