Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Boston.
Discover Boston's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from following the Freedom Trail to see where history unfolded; to stargazing and socialising with astronomers at the Coit Observatory; and indulging in oysters, clam chowder and lobster rolls in the Seaport District.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Boston travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
- All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Boston effortlessly
- Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Boston
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Boston Common to the Museum of Fine Arts and Harvard University
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Boston culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Covers: Downtown & Chinatown; North End & West End; Beacon Hill & Boston Common; Back Bay; Fenway-Kenmore; South End; Seaport District & South Boston; Charlestown; Cambridge; Streetcar Suburbs plus day trips to Boston Harbor Islands; Hingham; Quincy; Plymouth; Provincetown; Minuteman Bikeway; Lincoln; Lexington & Concord; Lowell; Salem; Newburyport
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Boston.
