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Going to Boston
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trentonjoe
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der_kluge
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Actually, a friend and I went about 6 years ago, and we totally felt like the aquarium was a waste of time. The only cool thing in it was this tank with an electric eel in it, and they had this enourmous volt-meter that would register the electricity active in the tank. When they plopped a fish in, the thing would go crazy. It was quite interesting. But, that was it.
Instead, check out the Science museum. Unless your kids are too young to enjoy it. I went on a Sunday, and literally had to run through the last parts of it because it was so huge. Best. Science museum. Evar!
Instead, check out the Science museum. Unless your kids are too young to enjoy it. I went on a Sunday, and literally had to run through the last parts of it because it was so huge. Best. Science museum. Evar!
trentonjoe
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If your into BAseball, go to Fenway.
It is expensive, hard to get tickets, the seats are small, and you are right ontop of every one else but man does it rock.
It won't be there for ever, take advantage of it.
It is expensive, hard to get tickets, the seats are small, and you are right ontop of every one else but man does it rock.
It won't be there for ever, take advantage of it.
Silver Moon
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Part of the fun of Boston is to just walk around and get the tone and feel of the city. A walk through the common is good and somebody can snap a photo of you standing outside of Cheers. I wouldn't bother going into the bar though, as it is now primarily a tourist attraction (it was actually a good bar to hang out in prior to the TV show). A trip through Faneul Hall is a must. Even if you don't go into the Aquarium walk over to it from Fanuel Hall and watch the seal show outside.
Also check out what events are taking place that week. A Red Sox game at Fenway Park is always fun, although tickets are hard to come by. The hatshell is a good place to take in whatever concerts may be going on. The Fleet Center (by then it will probably be the Bank of America Center) may have something going on that week too.
Also check out what events are taking place that week. A Red Sox game at Fenway Park is always fun, although tickets are hard to come by. The hatshell is a good place to take in whatever concerts may be going on. The Fleet Center (by then it will probably be the Bank of America Center) may have something going on that week too.
KidCthulhu
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Actually, Fenway doesn't have to be expensive. Go for the bleacher seats. Sure, they're way out there, but Fenway's a small park. And for kids they're more fun, because that's where all the rowdy beachball tossin'/wave starting fun happens. Just beware the cursing, and bring sunscreen.
I heartily reccomend the Museum of Fine Arts, a world class collection, and they've done a lot to make it kid friendly. Take in a whale watch, they're good fun. For a cheap tour of the harbour, take one of the commuter boats, they take the same route as some of the expensive tours, for a few bucks.
A walk up Newbury Street is a fun shopping experience, and a stroll through Beacon Hill (hill and flat) and down Commonwealth Mall is a great tour if you enjoy architecture. Don't miss the USS Constitution, 'cuz battleships are cool.
One of my favorite spots in town is the Copps Hill cemetary, in the North End. It's the oldest burial ground in the city, and is full of little stories. Find a good guide book or pamphlet, because many of the headstones have little stories behind them (like the stones pocked with bullets from a Revolutionary War scuffle). I set a Call of Cthulhu game here once.
If you can get a car for a day, a trip out to Lexington/Concord to the North Bridge and Minuteman Park is very interesting, and a beautiful walk. Sturbridge Village or Plymouth Plantation are both good historical villages, with people in period costume, doing work and giving lectures on the time. One's an hour west and the other's an hour south of the city; no need to do both.
Do NOT, repeat, DO NOT, rent a car, if you will be staying in the city. The subway (the T) is an excellent system, and visitor passes are cheap. Parking in Boston is expensive, when it's available. Bostonians drive like maniacs, they're fast, aggressive and view driving as a combat sport (which is why I love it!). If you're staying in town, the T and possibly an occasional taxi will be all you'll need. Bring walkin' shoes.
I heartily reccomend the Museum of Fine Arts, a world class collection, and they've done a lot to make it kid friendly. Take in a whale watch, they're good fun. For a cheap tour of the harbour, take one of the commuter boats, they take the same route as some of the expensive tours, for a few bucks.
A walk up Newbury Street is a fun shopping experience, and a stroll through Beacon Hill (hill and flat) and down Commonwealth Mall is a great tour if you enjoy architecture. Don't miss the USS Constitution, 'cuz battleships are cool.
One of my favorite spots in town is the Copps Hill cemetary, in the North End. It's the oldest burial ground in the city, and is full of little stories. Find a good guide book or pamphlet, because many of the headstones have little stories behind them (like the stones pocked with bullets from a Revolutionary War scuffle). I set a Call of Cthulhu game here once.
If you can get a car for a day, a trip out to Lexington/Concord to the North Bridge and Minuteman Park is very interesting, and a beautiful walk. Sturbridge Village or Plymouth Plantation are both good historical villages, with people in period costume, doing work and giving lectures on the time. One's an hour west and the other's an hour south of the city; no need to do both.
Do NOT, repeat, DO NOT, rent a car, if you will be staying in the city. The subway (the T) is an excellent system, and visitor passes are cheap. Parking in Boston is expensive, when it's available. Bostonians drive like maniacs, they're fast, aggressive and view driving as a combat sport (which is why I love it!). If you're staying in town, the T and possibly an occasional taxi will be all you'll need. Bring walkin' shoes.
trentonjoe
Explorer
KidCthulhu said:
I concur. Being from New Jersey, not renown for great drivers, I was overwhelmed my the Boston drivers.
They were either really bad or really good, I don't know which one.
dougmander
Explorer
My list:
MUSEUMS
1. Museum of Fine Arts
2. New England Aquarium
3. Museum of Science
DINING AND SHOPPING
1. Harvard Square (across the river in Cambridge) -- there's a good gaming store/sf bookstore there called Pandemonium -- also, the Harvard U. museums are quite impressive, especially the Peabody and the Fogg.
2. expensive shops on Newbury St. and nice restaurants on Boylston St, one block over. The nearest gaming store is Compleat Strategist, which is on Mass. Ave., across the street from the Christian Science mother church.
The New England Aquarium is quite nice, actually -- it has an impressive central tank shaped like a huge cylinder, surrounded by a spiral ramp which allows you to see into it at every depth. I'm not sure why that other poster was so down on it, unless it's the steep admission price.
And keep in mind that the bar which inspired Cheers is not called "Cheers" -- it's the Bull and Finch on Beacon St, near the Common. It looks nothing like the set of the TV show, though.
EXCURSIONS (no car needed)
1. A walk from Faneuil Hall to the State House, then across Boston Common and the Public Garden to the Back Bay. Swan boat ride is optional.
2. Explore the North End. See Paul Revere's House, Old North Church, the burying ground, and have Italian for lunch. Don't miss the cannoli at Modern Pastry!
3. Go see the USS Constitution (Old Ironsides).
Boston is a pedestrian-friendly city -- as others have said, don't rent a car. The subway and the sightseeing trolley are your best bets for transport.
Have fun!
MUSEUMS
1. Museum of Fine Arts
2. New England Aquarium
3. Museum of Science
DINING AND SHOPPING
1. Harvard Square (across the river in Cambridge) -- there's a good gaming store/sf bookstore there called Pandemonium -- also, the Harvard U. museums are quite impressive, especially the Peabody and the Fogg.
2. expensive shops on Newbury St. and nice restaurants on Boylston St, one block over. The nearest gaming store is Compleat Strategist, which is on Mass. Ave., across the street from the Christian Science mother church.
The New England Aquarium is quite nice, actually -- it has an impressive central tank shaped like a huge cylinder, surrounded by a spiral ramp which allows you to see into it at every depth. I'm not sure why that other poster was so down on it, unless it's the steep admission price.
And keep in mind that the bar which inspired Cheers is not called "Cheers" -- it's the Bull and Finch on Beacon St, near the Common. It looks nothing like the set of the TV show, though.
EXCURSIONS (no car needed)
1. A walk from Faneuil Hall to the State House, then across Boston Common and the Public Garden to the Back Bay. Swan boat ride is optional.
2. Explore the North End. See Paul Revere's House, Old North Church, the burying ground, and have Italian for lunch. Don't miss the cannoli at Modern Pastry!
3. Go see the USS Constitution (Old Ironsides).
Boston is a pedestrian-friendly city -- as others have said, don't rent a car. The subway and the sightseeing trolley are your best bets for transport.
Have fun!
Silver Moon
Adventurer
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