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Must See Boston

1. Fenway Park

9.2
4 Jersey St (btwn Lansdowne St & Van Ness St), Boston, MA
Stadio di baseball · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 740 consigli e recensioni

ESPNESPN: Take a look in center field to find the “lone red seat,” where Ted Williams hit the longest recorded home run at Fenway. Where? Section 42, Row 37, Seat 21.

Boston Common is one of Must See Boston.

2. Boston Common

9.5
Tremont St (btwn Beacon & Charles St), Boston, MA
Parco · Beacon Hill · 280 consigli e recensioni

3. Mike's Pastry

8.5
300 Hanover St (btwn Parmenter & Prince St), Boston, MA
Pasticceria · North End · 572 consigli e recensioni

briana z.briana zelinski: You'll get a chocolate chip cannoli. And you'll like it.

4. Union Oyster House

8.3
41 Union St (at Hanover St), Boston, MA
Ristorante di pesce · Downtown Boston · 281 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: It has been open to diners since 1826 & is known as the oldest restaurant in the United States of America. In 1796 Louis Philippe, King of France in 1830, lived in exile on the second floor.

5. Samuel Adams Brewery

9.2
30 Germania St (btwn Brookside Ave & Bismark St), Boston, MA
Birrificio · Jamaica Plain · 248 consigli e recensioni

Dave S.Dave S: Go to Sam Adams Brewery, take the tour, get some free beer.

6. Harpoon Brewery

9.0
306 Northern Ave (at Harbor St), Boston, MA
Birrificio · Seaport District · 320 consigli e recensioni

Schuyler B.Schuyler Blackman: Come by on Saturdays or Sundays for a killer brewery tour. Parking is free, but make sure and get there early because they sell out quick.

7. Old State House

8.5
206 Washington St (at State St), Boston, MA
Sito storico e protetto · Downtown Boston · 58 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: 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.

8. Modern Pastry Shop

8.6
263 Hanover St (btwn Cross & Richmond), Boston, MA
Pasticceria · North End · 159 consigli e recensioni

Jeffery B.Jeffery Bialek: Best cannoli in Boston...perhaps the USA! Don't miss the Lobster Tails!!! Leggi tutto.

9. Flour Bakery & Cafe

9.1
12 Farnsworth St Fl 1 (at Congress St), Boston, MA
Panetteria · Seaport District · 185 consigli e recensioni

Breehan A.Breehan Ann: The sticky buns are AMAZING--probably the best I've ever had. The dough is soft and moist instead of the usual hard and dry & the flavor is sweet without being sickening.

The Old North Church is one of Must See Boston.

10. The Old North Church

8.9
193 Salem St (at Hull St), Boston, MA
Chiesa · North End · 54 consigli e recensioni

11. Harvard Yard

1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA
Cortile universitario · Harvard Square · 48 consigli e recensioni

Rosa S.Rosa S.: Do not rub John Harvard's foot for luck....bad things happen to it at night.

12. Flat Black Coffee Company

7.1
50 Broad St (at Milk St), Boston, MA
Coffee-shop · Financial District · 42 consigli e recensioni

David B.David Broome: Triple Shot Flat White! Best Joe in Boston.

Boston Public Garden is one of Must See Boston.

13. Boston Public Garden

9.6
9 Arlington St (btwn Beacon & Boylston St), Boston, MA
Giardino · 200 consigli e recensioni

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: 1st public garden in US. Created in 1837 when former Supreme Court Justice Horace Grant donated his camillia collection. Designed by George Meacham who won $100 for efforts. More info via blog. <LINK> Leggi tutto.

14. Newbury Comics

8.4
332 Newbury St (btwn Mass Ave & Hereford), Boston, MA
Fumetteria · Back Bay West · 53 consigli e recensioni

Jake S.Jake Smith: The original store. Check out their unparalleled selection of used CDs. And then fist pump when you realize how cheap they are.

15. Bukowski Tavern

7.8
50 Dalton St (btwn Belvidere & Boylston), Boston, MA
Taverna · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 147 consigli e recensioni

UntappdUntappd: A dive bar with a killer beer selection. Belly up to the bar and spin the wheel of beer if you dare. You drink what beer it lands on. :)

16. Sunset Grill & Tap

130 Brighton Ave (at Harvard Ave.), Allston, MA
Bar · 202 consigli e recensioni

UntappdUntappd: Whoa baby!! This place has a crazy selection of beer. Just take your time in digesting the beer menu. It's like a novel. Order, sip, savor, repeat.

17. Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage

8.6
1246 Massachusetts Ave (btwn Bow & Plympton), Cambridge, MA
Locale per hamburger · Harvard Square · 173 consigli e recensioni

Eric D.Eric D: The sweet potato fries take over a day to make, and you can taste it. Try them! Any burger you order will be great, but skip the turkey burger here, don't insult the place. Go beef!

18. King's Chapel Burying Ground

58 Tremont St (btwn Court St. & School St.), Boston, MA
Cimitero · Downtown Boston · 15 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: King's Chapel Burying Ground was founded in 1630 as the first cemetery in the city of Boston. It was Boston's only burial site for 30 years.

19. Granary Burying Ground

120 Tremont St (at Beacon St), Boston, MA
Cimitero · Beacon Hill · 53 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in 1660, this cemetery is the final resting place of notable figures of the American Revolution, including Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, Boston Massacre victims & Elizabeth "Mother Goose" herself.

20. Museum of Bad Art

55 Davis Sq (in Somerville Theatre), Somerville, MA
Museo d'arte · Davis Square · 12 consigli e recensioni

IFCIFC: The name of this museum says it all. The museum successfully shows a collection of the worst art.

21. Paul Revere House

8.4
19 North Sq (at Moon St.), Boston, MA
Sito storico e protetto · North End · 59 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: 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.

22. Freedom Trail

8.8
The Freedom Trail (btwn Tremont St & Essex St), Boston, MA
Sentiero per escursioni · Downtown Boston · 78 consigli e recensioni

Otel.comOtel.com: Do a walking tour down the historic Freedom Trail marked by lines of red paint in sidewalks. Places you’ll pass by are old State House, Paul Revere’s house, and Faneuil Hall. A must-do when in Boston!

23. USS Constitution

8.7
Charlestown Navy Yard (at Constitution Rd), Boston, MA
Barca o traghetto · Thompson Square - Bunker Hill · 75 consigli e recensioni

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: During the War of 1812, British cannonballs bounced off the ship’s oaken hull, earning it the nickname “Old Ironsides.” It later made its first around-the-world journey in 1846. (From Aerial America) Leggi tutto.

24. Japonaise Bakery

1815 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Panetteria · Porter Square · 8 consigli e recensioni

Emily N.Emily Nelson: The adzuki creme pastry is To Die For, everyone should try it.

25. Beerworks Brewing Co.

112 Canal St (at Valenti Way), Boston, MA
Birrificio · Downtown Boston · 122 consigli e recensioni

Boston.comBoston.com: With nearly 15 house-made brews on tap to choose from at Boston Beer Works, the patio at the Canal Street location offers the perfect excuse to sit outside and try them all. Leggi tutto.

26. Cambridge Brewing Company

8.0
1 Kendall Square, Building 100 (at Cardinal Medeiros Ave & Hampshire St), Cambridge, MA
Birrificio · Kendall Square · 118 consigli e recensioni

DatDat: Great selection of in-house brews. You can see them working it in the back.

27. Cheers

Quincy Market, Boston, MA
Bar · Downtown Boston · 109 consigli e recensioni

EttractionsEttractions: Founded in 1969 as the Bull & Finch Pub, Cheers Beacon Hill became the original inspiration for the setting show "where everybody knows your name! Leggi tutto.

28. Cheers

8.2
84 Beacon St, Boston, MA
Bar · Beacon Hill · 140 consigli e recensioni

mulgarmulgar: Did this, but not only did they not know my name they also asked for ID ;-)

29. Louisburg Square

8.7
1 Louisburg Sq, Boston, MA
Piazza · Beacon Hill · 7 consigli e recensioni

BU TodayBU Today: A small private park surrounded by the most elegant townhouses in Boston. Look for 19 Louisburg, home to Senator John Kerry, and 10 Louisburg, where Louisa May Alcott resided until her death. Leggi tutto.

30. Durgin-Park Restaurant

340 N Market St, Boston, MA
Bisteccheria · Downtown Boston · 58 consigli e recensioni

David B.David Berney: The Indian Pudding w/ Vanilla Ice Cream is worth a trip to Boston

31. The Publick House

8.8
1648 Beacon St (st Washington St.), Brookline, MA
Pub ristorante · Washington Square · 148 consigli e recensioni

Leah V.Leah VanWhy: The best restaurant made mac-n-cheese you will ever have, never a dull beer moment. Go early weeknights. The weekend crowd causes an unfortunate wait and not much room to order while-you-wait drinks.

32. Craigie on Main

853 Main St (Bishop Allen), Cambridge, MA
Nuovo ristorante americano · 144 consigli e recensioni

MichaelMichael: Try the Donuts

33. Flour Bakery & Cafe

8.9
1595 Washington St (at Rutland St), Boston, MA
Panetteria · South End · 143 consigli e recensioni

MazdaMazda: People just can't get enough of their sticky buns. They also make their own homemade Pop Tarts!

34. Omni Parker House

7.8
60 School St, Boston, MA
Hotel · Downtown Boston · 130 consigli e recensioni

Eric S.Eric Siglin: This is the home of Boston Cream Pie and Parker House Rolls.

First Telephone Plaque is one of Must See Boston.

35. First Telephone Plaque

Cambridge Street (Bowdoin street), Boston, MA
Altri grandi spazi all'aperto · Downtown Boston · 2 consigli e recensioni

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: Outside front door to 1966 John F Kennedy Building. Plaque with words "The First Telephone" commemorates on 6/2/1875 Alexander Graham Bell transmitted sound for 1st time here. More info in blog.<LINK> Leggi tutto.

36. Legal Sea Foods

7.0
355 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
Ristorante di pesce · Kendall Square · 61 consigli e recensioni

Obadiah P.Obadiah Poundage: Make sure you're standing near the gumball machine when you check-in, it'll automatically dispense one when you do!

37. People's Republik

878 Massachusetts Ave (at Lee St.), Cambridge, MA
Bar · Mid-Cambridge · 42 consigli e recensioni

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA is the beer of choice at this Cold War-themed dive bar that features darts, cheap beer and all-night $2.50 hotdogs. You're welcome, comrades.

38. Hungry Mother

233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave (at Bristol St), Cambridge, MA
Ristorante con cucina degli Stati Uniti del Sud · 88 consigli e recensioni

Boston MagazineBoston Magazine: Shrimp and grits. Boiled peanuts. The menu might sound like it’ll more warm your soul than blow your mind. But blow your mind, it will. Leggi tutto.

39. Craigie on Main

853 Main St (Bishop Allen), Cambridge, MA
Nuovo ristorante americano · 144 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Each night, Craigie on Main serves less than twenty of their off-menu burgers, which are made from a custom blend of three different cuts of meat, beef bone marrow and suet.

State Park is one of Must See Boston.

40. State Park

8.6
One Kendall Sq. Bld. 300 (Hampshire St. & Cardinal Medeiros Ave.), Cambridge, MA
Ristorante americano · 63 consigli e recensioni

Jake S.Jake Smith: The BBQ Spaghetti is fantastic; huge hunks of brisket with a bit of a kick. The amazing garlic bread is the icing on this savory cake.

41. Lone Star Taco Bar

8.3
477 Cambridge St (btwn Brighton Ave. & Hano St.), Allston, MA
Ristorante di taco · 77 consigli e recensioni

ThrillistThrillist: Try the Beef Barbacoa tacos (smoked brisket, pickled red onion, avocado crema) and boozy cocktails like the Chartreuse-rinsed Hombre Sin Nombre mixed with blanco tequila/ mole bitters/ agave. Leggi tutto.

42. Trina's Starlite Lounge

8.8
3 Beacon St (at Dickinson St.), Somerville, MA
Lounge · 125 consigli e recensioni

Boston PhoenixBoston Phoenix: Named "Best Brunch" by Boston Phoenix Readers in 2012! Try the fried chicken and buttermilk waffles with hot-pepper syrup. Leggi tutto.

43. Casa Razdora

8.5
115 Water St (btwn Broad & Batterymarch St.), Boston, MA
Ristorante italiano · Financial District · 28 consigli e recensioni

Fiat V.Fiat V: Monday Chicken parm with spag. is awesome! The bread is soft, fresh and smells great!

44. Pickle Jar Kitchen

8.5
170 Main St, Falmouth, MA
Ristorante · 18 consigli e recensioni

TV Food MapsTV Food Maps: Check out Pickle Jar Kitchen as it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives for quaint breakfast-lunch cafe putting out perfect pickle chips and a savory scone sandwich. Leggi tutto.

45. Driftwood Publick House

39 Court St, Plymouth, MA
Pub ristorante · 26 consigli e recensioni

Paul L.Paul L: Best beer bar in New England. Their food is also amazing. try the Philly Stuffed Pretzel and the Driftwood Fries.

46. Blue-Eyed Crab Grille

8.4
170 Water St (at Lothrop St), Plymouth, MA
Ristorante di pesce · 50 consigli e recensioni

TV Food MapsTV Food Maps: Check out Blue Eyed Crab as it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives for a unique joint dishing out a unique plantain sandwich and wings gone bananas Leggi tutto.

Patti's Pierogis is one of Must See Boston.

47. Patti's Pierogis

7.9
1019 S Main St, Fall River, MA
Ristorante est‑europeo · 21 consigli e recensioni

Anna S.Anna Schukraft: The Patti's platter is awesome! The dessert combo smells awesome!

48. Cutty's

8.9
284 Washington St (at Davis Ave.), Brookline, MA
Paninoteca · Brookline Village · 84 consigli e recensioni

Sugair A.Sugair AlSugair: The roast beef 1000 will slap the taste of all the other roast beef you've ever tasted. Eat this sandwich warm,cold or even overnight and it will still taste incredible. I can eat a thousand of these.

49. Italian Express Pizzeria

336 Sumner St (Cottage St), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · Jeffries Point · 37 consigli e recensioni

Jenelle P.Jenelle Paolini: I love this place!!! I honestly could not tell you a specific food to try bc they're all amazing. I come here to get my fix on pasta, pizza, sandwich, or dessert cravings.

50. Yankee Lobster

8.4
300 Northern Ave, Boston, MA
Ristorante di pesce · Seaport District · 112 consigli e recensioni

Food NetworkFood Network: With a scattering of seasoned panko breadcrumbs topping it off, this mega-rich mac "puts a shadow over all other mac and cheeses" and is well worth a road trip any time of year. Leggi tutto.

51. Red Lentil

8.0
600 Mount Auburn St (at Irma Ave.), Watertown, MA
Ristorante vegetariano e vegano · East Watertown · 42 consigli e recensioni

Meg C.Meg C.: This is the best food we have ever eaten. Period. My husband & I were so amazed w/ the quality & presentation of the meal that we honestly didnt feel wealthy enough to be eating it. GO! Youll love it.

Tapestry is one of Must See Boston.

52. Tapestry

69 Kilmarnock St (Queensberry St), Boston, MA
Ristorante · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 5 consigli e recensioni

Tiffany L.Tiffany Lopinsky: Absolutely love this spot! Great small plates - highly recommend the linguine with clams and the cauliflower

The Smoke Shop BBQ is one of Must See Boston.

53. The Smoke Shop BBQ

7.6
1 Kendall Sq, Cambridge, MA
Locale per barbecue · 30 consigli e recensioni

IrinaIrina: Try the platter with 3 meats and 3 sides. It comes with watermelon 🍉😊

54. Dirty Water Dough Company

7.6
222 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Pizzeria · Back Bay East · 17 consigli e recensioni

DanaDana: It took forever to find a descent cheese pizza in Boston, Dirty Water Dough met my expectations!🙌🍕

Highland Fried is one of Must See Boston.

55. Highland Fried

1271 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA
Ristorante comfort food · Inman Square · 6 consigli e recensioni

Odette S.Odette Santos: Get the whole bird. Very good fried chicken!

56. Flour Bakery + Cafe

9.4
114 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA
Panetteria · Harvard Square · 20 consigli e recensioni

Daniel G.Daniel Grayson: Oh those sticky buns! And if you have the chance to dive into the French toast, it’s impossible to regret it.

57. Trina's Starlite Lounge

8.8
3 Beacon St (at Dickinson St.), Somerville, MA
Lounge · 125 consigli e recensioni

Alex K.Alex Kasemir: Chicken and waffles are bomb. So are the tater tots. Ask for some hot sauce for the chicken.

Boston Burger Company is one of Must See Boston.

58. Boston Burger Company

8.2
37 Davis Sq (at Holland St), Somerville, MA
Locale per hamburger · Davis Square · 96 consigli e recensioni

Food NetworkFood Network: If you want to do something outrageous, try the Mac Attack Burger. This all-beef patty is topped with a generous helping of homemade four-cheese macaroni and cheese — and bacon. Leggi tutto.

59. Bova's Bakery

8.9
134 Salem St (at Prince St), Boston, MA
Panetteria · North End · 81 consigli e recensioni

SamSam: Forget Mike's versus Modern, this is where it's at. Especially for you night-owls!

Kane's Donuts is one of Must See Boston.

60. Kane's Donuts

9.1
1 International Pl, Boston, MA
Negozio di ciambelle · Financial District · 17 consigli e recensioni

Emily C.Emily Chalko: Good assortment of donuts & one of the best donut shops in the financial district. The honey dips and toppings on the cake donuts were solid.