Boston Explorer

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Discover the magical city of beer, baseball, and beans! Sure, Boston is widely known for Sam Adams and The Red Sox, but it's also a cultural playground rich with history and cuisine. Stroll down stylish Newbury Street in the Back Bay neighborhood, lined with chic restaurants and trendy boutiques. Wander through the breathtaking brick homes in the Beacon Hill ...
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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 6 days!
    • Boston History & Highlights

What's this trip about?

    Discover the magical city of beer, baseball, and beans! Sure, Boston is widely known for Sam Adams and The Red Sox, but it's also a cultural playground rich with history and cuisine. Stroll down stylish Newbury Street in the Back Bay neighborhood, lined with chic restaurants and trendy boutiques. Wander through the breathtaking brick homes in the Beacon Hill neighborhood and stop at picturesque Acorn Street.Then, head to the North End for delicious Italian food. Don't forget to stop at Mike's Pastry for a legendary cannoli!  Grab a lobster roll and picnic in Boston Common, then make your way to the iconic Cheers bar - yes, the one from the hit TV show! Come face-to-face with the Paul Revere House and the site of the Boston Tea Party as you follow the Freedom Trail - and be sure to check out Faneuil Hall Marketplace. From Copley Square to Quincy Market, this university city wraps up charm and history in a good time. 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBoston, Massachusetts
End CityMassachusetts

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Boston (BOS)
    • 3 nights in Boston at the Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown
    • Boston History & Highlights tour* *Tour may be confirmed for a different day within the itinerary than listed. In the unlikely event that this tour is not available during your stay, you will be refunded for it.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Boston, Massachusetts!

Touch down in the land of beer, baseball, and American history. Make your way to your hotel and check-in.

Once you get settled, head back out and explore! Take a stroll down charming Newbury Street, or find delicious Italian food in the North End.

Day 2 Boston, Massachusetts

Grab your camera and get a true taste of the city! Today, you'll embark on your included Boston History & Highlights tour. Learn about the fascinating historical significance of Boston's most noteworthy sites. 

Day 3 Boston, Massachusetts

Calling all history buffs! Grab a map and follow the Freedom Trail. Along the way, you'll find the Paul Revere House, the Old State House, the site of the Boston Massacre, the Bunker Hill Monument, and tons of other churches, burial grounds, and legendary build...

Day 4 Depart Massachusetts

It's time to say "bye" to Boston. Squeeze all your souvenirs into your suitcase and head for the airport. 

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Price per day$167
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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