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Boston's history recalls revolution and transformation, and today the city is still among the country’s most forward-thinking and barrier-breaking cities.

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Best Neighborhoods
From the tourist sights of Downtown to the historic streets of Beacon Hill, this guide to Boston's best neighborhoods can help you plan the perfect trip.
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Day Trips
Many of New England's best places to visit are just a day trip from Boston. Here are the top places to explore.
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Transportation
Boston is geographically small and logistically manageable. Here are the best ways to get around in Boston.
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Free Things to Do
From busy Boston Common to incredible themed walking trails, here's a handy guide to exploring Boston on a budget.
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Museums

Postcard from Boston: My trip to the Seaport neighborhood in pictures

Dec 26, 2022 • 4 Min read

Lonely Planet senior director of content Laura Motta shares some tips and pics from her recent time in Boston’s gleaming Seaport neighborhood.

Activities
Boston 'free' party: best free things to do in Beantown
Sep 9, 2022 • 6 Min read
From busy Boston Common to incredible themed walking trails, here's a handy guide to exploring Boston on a budget.
Public Transport
The best beyond Boston: top day trips from the city
Sep 5, 2022 • 6 Min read
Many of New England's best places to visit are just a day trip from Boston. Here are the top places to explore.
Festivals & Events
The LGBTIQ+ travel guide to Boston: the best gay bars, drag events and more
Aug 25, 2022 • 9 Min read
Boston is one of America’s most LGBTIQ+ friendly cities with a large queer community actively shaping the city's future.
National Parks
The best city parks in Boston
May 14, 2022 • 7 Min read
Take a break from the crowded downtown streets and discover another side of Boston. Here are some of our favorite Boston city parks.
Public Transport
How to get around in Boston
May 14, 2022 • 7 Min read
Boston is geographically small and logistically manageable. Here are the best ways to get around in Boston.
Sports
Getting the best out of Boston: 18 great things to do
Sep 23, 2021 • 10 Min read
Handsome, historic and highly cultured, Boston is the perfect gateway to New England and the East Coast. Here are some of the best things to do in Boston.
Destination Practicalities
Why now is the perfect time to visit Boston
Aug 27, 2021 • 6 Min read
Described as a city with a Puritanical past but a forward-thinking present, Boston has so much to offer all year round.
Beaches
Exploring history and more in Boston's best neighborhoods
Aug 27, 2021 • 6 Min read
From the tourist sights of Downtown to the historic streets of Beacon Hill, this guide to Boston's best neighborhoods can help you plan the perfect trip.
Air Travel
The longest US domestic flight is coming back to take travelers to Hawaii
Oct 26, 2020 • 2 Min read
Hawaiian Airlines will resume the almost 10-hour service between Honolulu and Boston on 18 December.