Symphony Hall houses many treasures, including one of the world’s finest organs, and 16 replicas of Greek and Roman statues celebrating music, art, and literature. -- Green Guide Editor
One of Boston's most beloved institutions. Filled with more than 2,500 pieces, and home to mesmerizing courtyard filled year-round with flowers. Baca selengkapnya.
Faneuil Hall was built by artist John Smibert in 1742 in the style of an English country market, with an open ground floor and an assembly room. The hall burned down in 1761 but was rebuilt in 1762.
Built in 1723, this church, Boston’s oldest, played a role in Paul Revere’s famous ride on April 18, 1775.
This monument commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, where the famous command "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes" was issued. The ambitious visitor may climb the 295 steps to the top.
Built in Boston and launched in 1797, this is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat. In the early 1800s, the 44-gun Constitution fought Barbary pirates off the coast of North Africa.
Just outside the building, five men were among the first casualties in the Boston Massacre. The Declaration of Independence was proclaimed from the balcony in 1776.
The first confrontation between British soldiers and Minutemen took place in this triangular park. Henry Kitson's statue looks best against a backdrop of fall foliage. - Green Guide Editor
The original inspiration for Cheers. Of course you had to see it! It continues to attract 500,000 tourists a year.
Kids love to climb atop Mrs. Mallard and her 8 ducklings. Added in 1987 atop cobblestones rescued from city. Make Way For Ducklings is the official children's book of MA. More info avail via our blog. Baca selengkapnya.
The library was founded in 1848 by an act of the Massachusetts legislature and first opened in 1854 in a former schoolhouse located on Mason Street. It moved here to its current building in 1895.
Tours on these WWII style amphibious landing vehicles are popular with kids (probably because they get to drive in the water!). Great overview of city by "conductors," each with their own personality.
Only church to make AIA's Most Significant Buildings in US. Designed by HH Richardson in 1877. Main tower weighs 9 million pounds! Wedding list is said to be years long. More info via blog Baca selengkapnya.
Get some connoli's, cake, fruit squares, or other traditional Italian pastries. They even have marzipan and gelati. If you see a line out the door, don't worry, there are multiple registers inside. Baca selengkapnya.
Starting from his home, Paul Revere set out on his famous midnight ride in 1775 to warn his compatriots that the British were coming. Built in 1680, it is one of the oldest houses in downtown Boston.
The Common was used for public hangings up until 1817. In early 1965, 100 people gathered here to protest the Vietnam War, & speeches have been given here by Martin Luther King Jr & Pope John Paul III
This pavilion was constructed 1824–1826 & named in honor of Mayor Josiah Quincy, who organized the construction without any tax or debt. It stretches 365 feet & led to the opening of six new streets.
It was here that Julia Child searched for obscure Italian and German cooking magazines, and rumor has it that Robert Frost stopped by for directions to a reading on a snowy winter's eve. Baca selengkapnya.
