The Freedom Trail stretches for 2 ½ miles, taking visitors to 16 of the city's most historic sites, including Paul Revere's House, the U.S.S. Constitution, Faneuil Hall and Bunker Hill. The trail also transports visitors through the Charleston region and the North End, Boston's famed Italian neighborhood. Visitors can embark on a self-guided tour using the clearly marked path or may book tours led by guides dressed in Colonial-era clothing.
The Freedom Trail Foundation - For Tours
99 Chauncy St., Suite 401
Boston, MA 02111
617-357-8300
thefreedomtrail.org
Fenway Park serves as the home to Major League Baseball's legendary Boston Red Sox franchise. The stadium opened its doors back in 1912 and now reigns as the oldest ballpark in baseball. Visitors may catch the Red Sox in action during the regular season from early April through late September. The stadium offers tours of the famed facility during the off-season and in-season, schedule permitting.
Fenway Park
4 Yawkey Way
Boston, MA 02115
617-226-6666
boston.redsox.mlb.com
Cambridge, Massachusetts resides three miles northwest of Boston. The city is home to Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, two of the nation's premiere higher learning institutions. Visitors may book tours of the famous college campuses. Cambridge also features a variety of boutique shops, restaurants and bars, many of which reside near Harvard Square.
Harvard University
Massachusetts Hall
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-495-1000
harvard.edu
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
77 Massachusetts Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02142
617-253-1000
mit.edu
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum resides upon 13 acres of land, offering oceanfront views. The library and museum examines the life and presidential administration of John F. Kennedy through 25 multimedia exhibits, three theaters and artifacts pertaining to campaigns, the space race, the Kennedy White House and First Lady Jackie Kennedy. A museum store and rental space for private events also reside on the premises.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125
866-JFK-1960
jfklibrary.org
Residing on Boston's Central Wharf, the New England Aquarium sits perched along the city's waterfront region. The aquarium, dating back to 1969, features its own IMAX theatre and classrooms used for educational lectures. Visitors can enjoy exhibits featuring a variety of aquatic life, including penguins, seals, sea dragons, sea turtles and jelly fish. The aquarium offers rates for large groups and guided tours for school children.
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
617-973-5200
neaq.org
