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Honeymoon in Boston
Boston, Wed May 31 12:00pm, Things to do
 Faneuil Hall MarketplaceCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 523 1300 4 5th Ave Boston, MA 02129 United States There are more than 100 places to eat, shop and drink at Faneuil Hall Marketplace also known as Quincy Market. French merchant Peter Faneuil gave the hall that precedes the marketplace to his adopted home of Boston in 1742. It has been called the "Cradle of Liberty" because of the number of … Dates:
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 Boston CommonCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 536 4100 Tremont St & Boylston St Boston, MA 02116 United States Boston Common is America's oldest park in the heart of Boston, offering recreation opportunities and a glimpse into history through numerous monuments to the past. Designated as public space in 1640, British soldiers later camped here during the Revolutionary War. Part of the Freedom Trail , … Dates:
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Boston, Wed May 31 6:00pm, Things to do
 Cheers Beacon HillCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 227 9605 84 Beacon St Boston, MA 02108-3421 United States Tourists still flock to this Beacon Street bar, which was the inspiration for the Cheers television series, which ran for 11 years and won a number of awards. Avid fans should be forewarned, however: the exterior is very familiar, but the inside is nothing like the TV version. Drinks and food are served here, but its icon status is what draws people in here. It is considered by many to be one of the top tourist attractions in Boston. A second site, named Cheers, recently opened at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Dates:
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Boston, Thu Jun 1 6:00am, Things to do
 Freedom TrailCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 357 8300 99 Chauncy St Boston, MA 02111-1707 United States Freedom Trail is a three-mile ribbon of red paint that links 16 historical sites. Most visitors start the trail at the Boston Common . The National Park Service offers 90-minute guided tours starting at the Boston National Historical Park Visitor Center . Maps are also available here. Stops … Dates:
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 Prudential Center Skywalk ObservatoryCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 859 0648 800 Boylston St Boston, MA 02199-8010 United States For a breathtaking view of the city and surrounding area, take a trip to this Skywalk observatory. The windows here present a vista of Boston in all directions. On a clear day, visitors can see the mountains of New Hampshire. Museum-like displays offer detailed information on the history of … Dates:
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 Beantown TrolleyCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 781 986 6100 RT-2 Boston, MA 02116 United States If you want to see as much of Boston as possible and do not have much time, this is a great choice. An uninterrupted narrated tour takes two hours. For those with more than two hours to spare, there are 20 stops where passengers can get on and off the trolley to sightsee on their own. Stops include Faneuil … Dates:
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Boston, Thu Jun 1 12:00pm, Things to do
Medieval ManorCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 423 4900 246 East Berkeley Street Boston, MA 02118-2208 United States Revisit the Middle Ages during this hilarious dinner theater experience. Have a feast inside a castle while "wenches" (waitresses) bring flagons of dark ale, and jesters sing and play. You will eat loaves of bread, pepper cheese trenchers, dragon soup and roasted herb chicken; all without utensils, of course! The comedic "Lord of the Manor" will keep you entertained with slapstick storytelling performances throughout the night. The wenches join in the fun with songs, stories and even a bit of comedy. Advance reservations required. Dates:
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 New England Holocaust MemorialCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 457 8755 126 High St Boston, MA 02110-2708 United States Located just outside the hustle and bustle of Faneuil Hall, this haunting monument built in 1995, is covered with etched numbers recalling the 6 million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. New England Holocaust Memorial has a sombre ambiance and sets an almost too pensive mood for visitors. Six … Dates:
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 ChinatownCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 800 7 3326 7866 38 Ash St Boston, MA 02111-1517 United States Spanning the area between South Station and the Boston Common , Chinatown is filled with many Chinese immigrants and their businesses. There are numerous Chinese restaurants as well as bakeries and teahouses. In addition, there are Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese restaurants in the … Dates:
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 Paul Revere House (The)Category: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 523 2338 19 North Ave Boston, MA 02119-3359 United States In 1775, local silversmith Paul Revere left this house to warn fellow rebels Sam Adams and John Hancock that British troops were headed to Lexington to arrest them. That night was immortalized by Longfellow's poem, "Paul Revere's Ride." The home was built in the late 1600s and bought by Revere in … Dates:
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Boston BruinsCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 624 1000 150 Causeway St Boston, MA 02114-1301 United States This great Boston sports franchise is part of the National Hockey League and dates back to 1924. Over the years, the team has won five Stanley Cup Championships--most recently during the 1971-1972 season. The team's star players included Bobby Orr and Phil Esposito. Like the NBA's Boston Celtics, the Bruins play in the TD Banknorth Garden. Dates:
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Boston, Thu Jun 1 6:00pm, Things to do
Faneuil HallCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 635 3911 1 Faneuil Hall Sq Boston, MA 02109-1632 United States Faneuil Hall is of a greater historical interest than any other building in the United States. In September 1742, Peter Faneuil, a French merchant, decided to build it for the people of the town. Many famous orators of the country's history have addressed the public here. This area is a true … Dates:
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Boston, Fri Jun 2 6:00am, Things to do
Harriet Tubman HouseCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 536 8610 566 Columbus Ave Boston, MA 02118-1181 United States With its collection of photographs and artifacts, this museum celebrates the life and deeds of African-American leader and abolitionist, Harriet Tubman. A figure from the famous slave-liberating Underground Railroad, Tubman was born into slavery but escaped to Boston in 1849. Nicknamed the … Dates:
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 New England Aquarium Whale WatchCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 973 5200 1 Central Wharf Boston, MA 02110-3309 United States There are other boat companies offering whale watches departing from Boston Harbor, but this one by the New England Aquarium is the only one run by an organization dedicated to preserving whales and the waters where they live. Trips last three to five hours. If no whales are sighted on your trip, you … Dates:
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 Old North ChurchCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 523 6676 193 Salem St Boston, MA 02113-1123 United States Still an active Episcopalian Church, Old North Church, the oldest religious structure in Boston, dates back to 1723 and occupies a special place in American history. On a fateful night in 1775, Paul Revere watched for the signal, "One if by land and two if by sea." After the church sexton hung two … Dates:
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 Boston By FootCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 367 2345 77 N Washington St Boston, MA 02114-1905 United States This tour company has put together several 1.5-hour walks that focus on certain areas of Boston. One tour covers a portion of the Freedom Trail . You can also look at Boston's maritime history, explore of the Italian neighborhood or discover the influence of the Victorian era on the Back Bay . A … Dates:
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Discover Boston Trolley ToursCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 742 1440 66 Long Wharf Boston, MA 02110-3602 United States This tour is a great way for Spanish, French, German, Italian, or Japanese speakers to learn about Boston. Using a personal listening device, passengers can hear a prerecorded narration in the language of their choice. Trolleys depart from Long Wharf and also pick up from several area hotels. An … Dates:
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Boston, Fri Jun 2 12:00pm, Things to do
 Old South ChurchCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 536 1970 645 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2804 United States When this congregation was formed in 1669, it was a dissenting group from the First Church in Boston and was known as the Third Church. Famous historical members of this church's congregation included Benjamin Franklin, William Dawes, James Otis and Phillis Wheatley. These members worshipped … Dates:
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 Trinity Church BostonCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 536 0944 206 Clarendon St Boston, MA 02116-3722 United States As you sit in Copley Square, you cannot help noticing the incredible detail on the facade of this Episcopal church. Finished in 1877, Trinity Church's Romanesque structure designed by Henry H. Richardson is considered one of the finest examples of church architecture in the nation. Dates:
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 Beacon HillCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 523 9490 Myrtle St & Irving St Boston, MA 02114 United States Steeped in history, this is one of Boston's most beautiful neighborhoods. Always the home of statesmen, artists and intellectuals, "The Hill" is also the site of the State House, which is the beginning of the Freedom Trail . Cafes and majestic brownstone buildings line the narrow cobblestone … Dates:
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Boston Red SoxCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 267 1700 24 Yawkey Way Boston, MA 02215-3409 United States Few major league baseball franchises have the history, mystique and loyal fan base of this team. The team plays at Fenway, the oldest and perhaps smallest baseball park. Tickets range from USD18-USD60. Dates:
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Boston, Fri Jun 2 6:00pm, Things to do
 Old State HouseCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 720 1713 206 Washington St Boston, MA 02109-1702 United States With an antique brick facade set among downtown skyscrapers, any passerby can pick this building out as a relic from an earlier time. Now a museum run by The Bostonian Society, the site has a long and distinguished history. The Boston Massacre, one of the catalysts for the American Revolution, took … Dates:
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Boston, Sat Jun 3 6:00am, Things to do
 Boston Tea Party Ship and MuseumCategory: Things To Do 380 Dorchester Avenue Boston, MA 02127-2407 United States Any Bostonian will tell you, there is little one can do when it comes to high taxes in Massachusetts. But in 1773, when colonists were steamed about the British tax on their tea, they disguised themselves as American Indians and destroyed the tea on three British ships. This protest may have helped … Dates:
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 Boston Public Library (The)Category: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 536 5400 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2813 United States A century-old Italianate structure of bronze doors and grand marble staircases, Boston Public Library — the first large public library in the nation — holds 6 million books and sees 2 million visitors annually. Priceless holdings include first edition folios by Shakespeare, original music … Dates:
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Beacon Hill Walking TourCategory: Things To Do Phone: +1 617 922 3492 24 Beacon St Boston, MA 02108-1000 United States The Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities offers walking tours of Beacon Hill and they are a superb opportunity to learn the history of the area, which dates back to 1810. The tours of this historic neighborhood will give you a feel for how Bostonians lived centuries ago, both the … Dates:
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