Boston Travel & Vacation Guide

The Boston Children's Museum has been creating innovative, hands-on exhibits to engage and educate children and their families about such subjects as science, world cultures, health, art, history and literacy.

Two MCCA-operated Boston convention centers, the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, have received the rare gold standard of certification from the International Association of Congress Centers. A steady stream of huge international conventions is hosted here throughout the year.

Since 1983, the goal of the Boston Fire Museum has been not only to maintain the old firehouse building, but to display and preserve antique firefighting equipment and memorabilia from the Greater Boston area and educate the public on fire safety.

Containing over 23 million items, in the form of books, CDs, DVDs and many more, The Boston Public Library is an impressive building containing impressive collections. Take a tour or peruse the holdings of the nation's first public library, which also displays the works of famous artists and sculptors.

Take the family out to historic Fenway Park to see Boston's Major League Baseball team, the Red Sox. The park has been in use by the Red Sox since 1912, making it the oldest stadium currently in use in the MLB.

While visitors ride in a World War II amphibious landing vehicle, the tour begins with a drive past the historic sights of downtown Boston and comes to a dramatic close by splashing into the Charles River for a sightseeing cruise of the Boston and Cambridge skylines.

Located in the enormous Franklin Park, this beloved zoo comprises a whopping 72 acres. Opened as far back as 1912, it is home to thousands of animal species from around the world.

Celebrating Boston’s preeminent role in the American Revolution, this 2.5-mile trail offers a stroll through history, leading visitors to 16 significant sites, and provides a glimpse of the beauty of the modern city.

With alternative music and indie rock blaring from the speakers from opening until closing time and the city’s best selection of draft beer, this is one of the few bars where the alternative and the intellectual come to mingle.

Located right outside the legendary Fenway Park, sports fans of all stripes come to share pitchers of beer and cheer for their favorite team. Game day is obviously the best time to come, but any day you choose to visit you are sure to find a crowd.

Visit the iconic neighborhood bar that inspired the setting of the world famous and much beloved TV series Cheers. The bar serves wholesome food and drinks, hosts several live events and welcomes children until 10pm.

With its signature classy but laid-back atmosphere for which it was voted "Best in Boston" for neighborhood bars, Clerys, a spacious Back Bay institution, draws an after-work crowd looking to take advantage of cheap Happy Hour drink specials.

Originally, the ladies' lounge and orchestra area of the Wilbur Theater, Hava Nightclub is today one of the city's most sophisticated and exclusive nightclubs, attracting large groups of partygoers to its chick interior.

The House of Blues is one of the country's premier concert venues, achieving almost legendary status among music fans and hosting major national and international acts. It's also a great place to grab dinner from Thursday to Saturday.

Howl at the Moon is the answer for those seeking a different kind of nightlife experience, an alternative to the typical bar and club scene. Patrons of this dueling piano bar become part of the performance.

Kings is a 24,000 square foot facility where you can find 16 tenpin bowling lanes, a billiards room featuring Brunswick Gold Crown Table and multiple bars and lounges. You can also watch the hottest sports action on one of the six projection screens. At Kings, they also arrange karaoke nights and live music.

The premiere shopping mall in Massachusetts features high-end favorites like Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and the only Neiman Marcus in New England, as well as a slew of more affordable options with a range of products.

For two centuries, Faneuil Hall has been one of Boston’s most popular shopping destinations and is often said to attract more people than Disneyworld. Though it houses a modern shopping mall, it’s really the perfect place to pick up souvenirs, get a quick bite and soak in the atmosphere.

This is a place for girls and women of all ages to browse the carefully selected designer items in a highly stylized boutique. Visitors are sure to walk away with unique finds, regardless of taste and style.

Feeding the minds of the country’s most brilliant students is no easy task, but Harvard Square manages well as home to the Boston area’s best bookstores. Get your books where the smart kids do, at the Harvard Coop at 1400 Massachusetts Avenue — the official bookstore of Harvard University.

Lekker Home brings a taste of sleek Scandinavian design to the Boston area. Find home furnishings to match your unique style, with everything from furniture for every room to candles, dining sets and kitchen gadgets.

The retail colossus Macy's has been known for its fashion selection for years, but a huge range of products, including housewares and home accessories, can also be found here.

The gigantic Natick Mall hosts 200 stores, ranging from Neiman Marcis and Nordstrom to more affordable options, such as Sears and JC Penney. It is a bit out of the way, but you're sure to find everything you're looking for.

Newbury Street in the Back Bay is Boston’s premier shopping area and has a diverse collection of shops ranging from expensive name brand stores to quirky boutiques. Starting at the eastern end of the street, you'll see more upscale shops like Chanel on 5 Newbury Street and Giorgio Armani on 22.

All flights to Boston arrive at Logan International Airport (BOS), which is located approximately 5 miles east of downtown Boston. A free shuttle is available to the nearest “T” stop. It services all of Logan’s five terminals. Although the airport is close to the city center, traffic can make the trip last as long as thirty minutes. Book taxis 24 hours in advance of your arrival or departure.

The MBTA, known locally as the “T,” provides quick and efficient rail service throughout the city. Single tickets are available, as well as week-long unlimited “Visitor Passes”. Bring cab fare if you plan on staying out late, as the T stops running at 12:30am. Boston is small enough to be completely manageable by bike. Call Boston Bike Tours and Rental to make a reservation and they’ll bring the bike to you.

Taxis are the only way to get around town after the T stops running at 12:30am. Lines of cabs wait outside major hotels or can be flagged down in the street. You can also download the Boston Cab Dispatch app for your phone.

All power sockets in the United States provide a standard voltage of 110–120V with a standard frequency of 60Hz. Plug type A has two flat parallel pins.

Abundant locations of Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, Target and various independent chain store retailers.

Sending parcels and letters in the US is a relatively straightforward process. The most common method is through the United States Postal Service (USPS). The USPS offers a variety of services for sending mail, including First-Class Mail for letters and postcards, Priority Mail for packages, and Priority Mail Express for overnight delivery. To send a parcel or letter, you will need to take it to a USPS post office or use a USPS blue collection box. You can use the USPS website to find the nearest post office or collection box to your location. Additionally, you can also use private couriers such as FedEx and UPS, which often provide a wider range of services and faster delivery times, but generally at a higher cost.

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