Unlock the magic of Boston

Connecting Cambridge to Boston, the Harvard Bridge is actually famous from an MIT fraternity prank, in which a gentleman measured the length of the bridge by his body size. To this day, the bridge is measured in 'smoots.'

Founded in 1636, not only is Harvard the oldest higher learning institution in America but it is one of the preeminent universities in the world.

Ranked for several years as the best university in the world, and topping the ranking on 12 of 48 disciplines, MIT has emerged in its own right as a draw for Cambridge visitors.

During the siege of Boston, the Longfellow House served as General Washington's headquarters. In 1972, it was donated to the national park services for preservation.

Though Cambridge is an independent city from Boston, the two cities have grown synonymous with one another. Cambridge is home to two of the world's leading academic institutions.

Steep cobblestone streets lined with red-brick Federal-style homes and picturesque old lanterns are only some of Beacon Hill's treasures.

Instantly recognizable for its golden dome, the Massachusetts State House is located in historic Beacon Hill.

Consisting of two and a half miles of brick-lined paths from Bunker Hill to Boston Common, the Freedom Trail marks 16 locations significant in American history.

The USS Constitution - also known as 'Old Ironsides' - was a US Navy frigate launched in 1797 and has since been converted to a museum at the end of the Freedom Trail.

Home of the man who was a staunch constitutionalist and participant in the Boston Tea Party - along with having alerted towns of the arrival of British troops, his house is now a museum.

Made famous by Thoreau, who had a home on the north side of the lake, Walden Pond is now a National Historic Landmark.

Made famous as the site of the first day of the Revolutionary War, Old North Bridge lives in history as the place where “the shot heard ‘round the world” was fired.

Formerly the home of Louisa May Alcott, Orchard House appeared in both Little Women films, and is the setting of many of the books’ famed moments.

Though it is the burial place of several notable writers, and has an area devoted to them called ‘Author’s Ridge’, the cemetery remains in use today by the people of Concord.

A small town outside of Boston, Concord is known primarily for its role in the Revolutionary War and the transcendentalist movement.

This famous mansion has been the home of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s grandfather, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and has a garden constructed by Henry David Thoreau.

Boston’s legendary ballpark has been home to the Red Sox since 1912, and is the oldest ballpark in the whole of the Major League Franchise.

Running east-west through the Fenway neighborhood, Boylston Street is one of the best places to see how gentrification has changed the face of the neighborhood.

Though Fenway Park is at the heart of the neighborhood, it has become synonymous with an urban foodie scene and the home of some of Boston's greatest public art spaces.

Located next to Boston Common, the Public Garden was the first public botanical garden in the country.

Purchased by Puritans from Anglican minister Blackstone, Boston Common was established in 1634 as a public park and is the oldest public one in America.

Located on the Freedom Trail, Park Street Church was founded in 1809 and remains an active parish in the community today.

In 1770, British troops opened fire on Bostonians, resulting in the death of 5 and injury to 6 others. It was widely publicized throughout the colonies by patriots including, Samuel Adams and Paul Revere.

See the graves of several notable founding fathers, including Samuel Adams and John Hancock, along with the graves of Benjamin Franklin's parents.

Open year-round, the market is full of locally sourced produce, fish, poultry, and goods, and has won numerous awards for being one of America's best public markets.

The Old State House stands as the oldest surviving public building in Boston and the point of origin for vital debates which led to the Revolution.

A Congregational church built in 1729 became the largest gathering place for popular politics in Revolutionary Boston and witness of 1773 Boston's Tea Party orchestrated by Samuel Adams.

Historic market buildings near the waterfront including indoor and outdoor shops and restaurants.

Bronze statues installed in Boston's Public Garden in 1987, representing the duck family in Robert McCloskey's children's classic 'Make Way for Ducklings'.

Native to New England, the Lobster roll sandwich is a must when visiting Boston! We will make sure you taste one of the best!

Enjoy the views from the waterfront as you walk or take a drink along Boston's shoreline.

This bronze relief statue constructed in 1897 was the first public monument to pay homage to African Americans soldiers.

One of Boston's African American National Historic Site, and property of John J. Smith, an African American abolitionist from 1878 to 1893.

The Charles Street Meeting House served as a space for social activism throughout its history.

Founded in 1963, the museum tells the stories of free African Americans and their organization from the 17th century through the 19th century.

Witness of America's first Town Meeting and many other events which help built the Nation's History.

Named for King Charles I' mother, the cold water cape located 30 minutes outside Boston has numerous rocky beaches and small towns.

Located at the tip of Cape Anne, the quaint town is known for its seaside charm, delightful dining options, and locally-owned shops.

Most famous in history for the Salem Witch trials in the late 17th century, the city is still full of references to the historic event and is a cultural reference point in films, literature, and tv shows.

Marblehead lays claim to being home to the US navy and birthplace of Marine Naval Aviation. For locals and travelers, it's a great spot to head to see for plenty of water activities.

Built as a dedication to the many fishermen from Gloucester who have lost their lives at sea over the centuries, and was built in 1925.

Known predominantly for its fishing heritage and industry, Gloucester is one of America's oldest seaports.

Widely known by the eponymous, Oscar-winning movie, the town exudes a quiet atmosphere, as compared to other seaports in Cape Ann.

Famed for the Revolutionary 'Battle of Bunker Hill', the objective for both armies was to secure 'Bunker Hill', though the majority of the fighting took place on an adjacent hillside.

George Washington called the battle on Lexington Green the first battle of the revolution, where 8 minutemen were killed and 10 more were injured.

Across from Lexington Green is Buckman Tavern, which has remained largely intact as a memorial to the minutemen since the battle in 1775.

Though the story has largely been disputed, the memorial stone located in Cambridge, MA recognizes the tree under which General Washington accepted the command of the American Army.

This Second Empire style building served as the site of City Hall for nearly 130 years, beginning in 1865, before the city relocated City Hall to a different building, where it still operates today.

Serving traditional Irish fare and ales, including Guinness, the Black Rose has become a favorite of locals and travelers who pop in for the cozy atmosphere along the waterfront.

This immersive museum takes you from the events leading up to the famous tea party, through the early revolution beginning at Lexington with the 'shot heard round the world.

Considered South Boston's portion of the port, Boston Seaport underwent massive urban redevelopment to become the bustling shop-and-restaurant filled waterfront now serving guests daily.