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Boston List

1. Cheers

8.2
84 Beacon St, Boston, MA
Bar · Beacon Hill · 140 tips and reviews

Michael D.Michael D: Where everybody knows your name...

USS Constitution is one of Boston List.

2. USS Constitution

8.8
Charlestown Navy Yard (at Constitution Rd), Boston, MA
Boat or Ferry · Thompson Square - Bunker Hill · 75 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in Boston and launched in 1797, this is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat. In the early 1800s, the 44-gun Constitution fought Barbary pirates off the coast of North Africa.

Symphony Hall is one of Boston List.

3. Symphony Hall

9.3
301 Massachusetts Ave (at Huntington Ave.), Boston, MA
Concert Hall · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 69 tips and reviews

Eugene K.Eugene Kim: Considered one of the top 3 symphony halls in the world (acoustically). Tickets for under $20 if your under 40! Read more.

Paul Revere House is one of Boston List.

4. Paul Revere House

8.3
19 North Sq (at Moon St.), Boston, MA
Historic and Protected Site · North End · 59 tips and reviews

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.

The Old North Church is one of Boston List.

5. The Old North Church

8.9
193 Salem St (at Hull St), Boston, MA
Church · North End · 54 tips and reviews

Erwin C.Erwin Chuk: At the Old North Church you can view the steeple where the two lanterns were hung that signaled Paul Revere to take his famous ride, and sparked the Revolution.

Beacon Hill is one of Boston List.

6. Beacon Hill

Boston, MA
Neighborhood · 16 tips and reviews

Marwa A.Marwa Abbas: Its one of the richest neighborhoods in Boston..most of the famous U.S writers come from there and actually live there

Union Oyster House is one of Boston List.

7. Union Oyster House

8.2
41 Union St (at Hanover St), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 281 tips and reviews

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.

Acorn Street is one of Boston List.

8. Acorn Street

Acorn St (West Cedar St), Boston, MA
Road · Beacon Hill · 8 tips and reviews

Dan V.Dan V: While it IS the most photographed street in America, please remember tourists, people DO live here, so try and be respectful during your visit. :)

Harvard Square is one of Boston List.

9. Harvard Square

8.9
2 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Plaza · Harvard Square · 100 tips and reviews
Old State House is one of Boston List.

10. Old State House

8.5
206 Washington St (at State St), Boston, MA
Historic and Protected Site · Downtown Boston · 58 tips and reviews

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.

Samuel Adams Brewery is one of Boston List.

11. Samuel Adams Brewery

9.4
30 Germania St (btwn Brookside Ave & Bismark St), Boston, MA
Brewery · Jamaica Plain · 248 tips and reviews
Boston Massacre Monument is one of Boston List.

12. Boston Massacre Monument

8.5
State St. (at Congress St.), Boston, MA
Monument · Downtown Boston · 24 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: A circle of stones marks the site where on the evening of March 5, 1770, British soldiers fired on a mob of American colonists, killing five of them.

North End is one of Boston List.

13. North End

Boston, MA
Neighborhood · 44 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: The icons of Boston's Little Italy are on Hanover Street, but the real gems are hidden. Stroll down Prince Street and you'll find some of the best pastries in the city.

Freedom Trail is one of Boston List.

14. Freedom Trail

8.8
The Freedom Trail (btwn Tremont St & Essex St), Boston, MA
Hiking Trail · Downtown Boston · 78 tips and reviews

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!

15. Back Bay

Boston, MA
Neighborhood · 9 tips and reviews
Massachusetts State House is one of Boston List.

16. Massachusetts State House

1 Ashburton Pl, Boston, MA
Capitol Building · Beacon Hill · 51 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in 1798, the State House is widely acclaimed as one of the more magnificent buildings in the US. The golden dome, its most distinct feature, once made of wood, was most recently gilded in 1997.

Fenway Park is one of Boston List.

17. Fenway Park

9.2
4 Jersey St (btwn Lansdowne St & Van Ness St), Boston, MA
Baseball Stadium · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 740 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: To keep the solar glare out of batters' eyes in the late afternoon hours, home plate was placed in the southwest area of the plot of land, with the third base line pointing northward.

Bukowski Tavern is one of Boston List.

18. Bukowski Tavern

7.6
50 Dalton St (btwn Belvidere & Boylston), Boston, MA
Dive Bar · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 147 tips and reviews
Tasty Burger is one of Boston List.

19. Tasty Burger

8.9
86 Van Ness St, Boston, MA
Burger Joint · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 233 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Big burgers, a veggie option and a sides menu that understands the achingly difficult nature of the fries vs. rings call, offering a 50/50 plate to the indecisive. This is our new six-beers-in spot. Read more.

Sam LaGrassa's is one of Boston List.

20. Sam LaGrassa's

8.9
44 Province St (btwn Bromfield & School), Boston, MA
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Boston · 108 tips and reviews
Beantown Pub is one of Boston List.

21. Beantown Pub

7.0
100 Tremont St (at Bosworth St), Boston, MA
Pub · Downtown Boston · 119 tips and reviews

Kristen H.Kristen Haley: Try the sweet potato fries but ask for the side! If you get the full order it's like $7 but the side is more than enough for only $2.50.

Newbury Street is one of Boston List.

22. Newbury Street

Newbury St (btwn Arlington St & Mass Ave), Boston, MA
Road · Back Bay East · 51 tips and reviews

FutureMFutureM: According to Forbes, Newbury Street is one of the most expensive shopping districts in the United States.

Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel is one of Boston List.

23. Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel

1850 Post Rd, Warwick, RI
Hotel · 22 tips and reviews
Shannon View Inn is one of Boston List.

24. Shannon View Inn

8.9
1901 Post Rd, Warwick, RI
Pub · 14 tips and reviews

Janet C.Janet Chada: Best food and service ever! Try the burgers or the To Brie or not to Brie-a grilled cheese with Brie cheese and Granny Smith apple slices.

Grid Iron Ale House & Grille is one of Boston List.

25. Grid Iron Ale House & Grille

7.5
1599 Post Rd, Warwick, RI
Pub · 12 tips and reviews

Stephanie W.Stephanie Wong: Amazing look inside...30 Beers on tap...great food and live music... Find them on facebook and come down

Nubble Lighthouse is one of Boston List.

26. Nubble Lighthouse

9.5
Sohier Park Rd (off Nubble Rd), Cape Neddick, ME
Lighthouse · 31 tips and reviews

Scott T.Scott Thomas: Just offshore in York Beach, the Nubble (Cape Neddick Lighthouse) is one of the most photographed lighthouses in Maine.

Portland Head Light is one of Boston List.

27. Portland Head Light

9.5
1000 Shore Rd (at Captain Strout Cir.), Cape Elizabeth, ME
Lighthouse · 79 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: This historic lighthouse, the first ever erected in the state, was built in 1791 on the order of George Washington after a number of tragic wrecks in the Casco Bay. (From Aerial America) Read more.

Plymouth Rock is one of Boston List.

28. Plymouth Rock

6.6
50 Water St. (North St.), Plymouth, MA
Historic and Protected Site · 46 tips and reviews

Bill M.Bill Mutz: Respect the rock and the sacrifices it represents.

Plimoth Plantation is one of Boston List.

29. Plimoth Plantation

8.1
137 Warren Ave, Plymouth, MA
History Museum · 21 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: This historic site hosted the very first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. The local Wampanoag people supplied five fresh deer, while the colonists served corn, barley and peas. (From Aerial America) Read more.

Aero Diner is one of Boston List.

30. Aero Diner

7.7
361 Boston Post Rd, North Windham, CT
Diner · 6 tips and reviews

Mr. W.Mr. Williamson: The Breakfast spot in Windham, great omelets, and Hosmer mountain soda. Never had a bad meal.

Buckey's is one of Boston List.

31. Buckey's

6.0
240 Governor John Wentworth Hwy, Moultonborough, NH
American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews
MBTA Charlestown Ferry is one of Boston List.

32. MBTA Charlestown Ferry

Pier 3, Charlestown, MA
Boat or Ferry · Thompson Square - Bunker Hill · 12 tips and reviews
Top of the Hub is one of Boston List.

33. Top of the Hub

800 Boylston St (Prudential Tower, 52nd Fl.), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Prudential - St. Botolph · 218 tips and reviews
Mike's Pastry is one of Boston List.

34. Mike's Pastry

8.5
300 Hanover St (btwn Parmenter & Prince St), Boston, MA
Pastry Shop · North End · 572 tips and reviews
Boston Public Garden is one of Boston List.

35. Boston Public Garden

9.6
9 Arlington St (btwn Beacon & Boylston St), Boston, MA
Garden · 200 tips and reviews
Regina Pizzeria is one of Boston List.

36. Regina Pizzeria

9.2
11 1/2 Thacher St (at N Margin St.), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · North End · 178 tips and reviews
Harpoon Brewery is one of Boston List.

37. Harpoon Brewery

8.9
306 Northern Ave (at Harbor St), Boston, MA
Brewery · Seaport District · 320 tips and reviews
Bunker Hill Monument is one of Boston List.

38. Bunker Hill Monument

8.9
31 Monument Sq, Boston, MA
Monument · Thompson Square - Bunker Hill · 101 tips and reviews
Charles River Bike Path is one of Boston List.

39. Charles River Bike Path

8.6
Charles River Bike Path, Boston, MA
Hiking Trail · Prudential - St. Botolph · 18 tips and reviews
Harvard Yard is one of Boston List.

40. Harvard Yard

1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA
College Quad · Harvard Square · 48 tips and reviews