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Tomb

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Themeparks – Boston, Massachusetts

... a 3,000 year old tomb with only your flashlights and your wits to guide you. 5WITS provides a unique, fully immersive, walk-through interactive adventure experience using state-of-the-art speci... Read more on Boston.citysearch.com

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  • ... looking for some unique fun in Boston, check out the TOMB attraction at the 5WITS venue. It's a highly interactive walk-through adventure ... Read more on About

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Tomb
186 Brookline Ave. Boston
MA, 02215

Boston Duck tours

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Tours – Boston, Massachusetts

... to get a quick tour of the city (it goes by fast). When the captain of your tour asks, don't hesitate to volunteer to drive the ... Read more on NileGuide

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  • ... and the rest is history! This fully narrated historic tour, takes place in authentic WWI amphibious vehicles through the streets of Boston and into the Charles River. The fun begins as soon as ... Read more on BostonUSA.com

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Boston Duck tours
100 Huntington Avenue Boston
MA, 02116 Office: 3 Copley Place, Suite 310 Boston, MA, 02116

New England Aquarium

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Zoos and Aquariums – Boston, Massachusetts

... the Boston waterfront, the New England Aquarium is one of the most prominent and popular aquariums in the United States. Visitors can experience the world of water by visiting the Aquarium's 70... Read more on aza.org

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  • ... Englanders love both seafood and the ocean but are often unsure about what they should or should not eat. The New England Aquarium?s Celebrate Seafood Dinner Series will offer seafood choices t... Read more on BostonUSA.com

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New England Aquarium
Central Wharf Boston
MA, 02110

Boston Children's Museum

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Childrens Museums – Boston, Massachusetts

As you approach the Children's Museum, look for the 40-foot-high red-and-white milk bottle out front -- and for children and their chronological-adult companions racing each other to the entrance. ... Read more on Frommers

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  • ... Children's Museum where hands-on exhibits make learning fun! Journey back in time at Grandma's House--a walk-through recreation of a 1959 household; burn off a bit of excess energy ... Read more on Weather.com

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Boston Children's Museum
300 Congress Street Boston
MA, 02210

Franklin Park Zoo

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Zoos and Aquariums – Boston, Massachusetts

... Franklin Park Zoo is comprised of four main exhibit areas, each with its own distinct character, providing a diversity of experiences for our visitors. The African Tropical Forest is a three... Read more on Aza.org

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  • ... walk on the wild side - Majestic lions perched atop their rocky throne, zebras & giraffe grazing on an open plain & gorillas frolicking in the tropical forest - Stop by the Outback Trail for a ... Read more on entertainment.com

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Franklin Park Zoo
1 Franklin Park Road
Boston, MA, 02121-3255

Improv Asylum

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Music and Theater – Boston, Massachusetts

ImprovAsylum features comedians who weave audience suggestions ... Read more on Fodor's

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Improv Asylum
216 Hanover Street Boston
MA, 02113

William J. Devine Municipal Golf Course

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Golf Courses – Boston, Massachusetts

... Devine Golf Course At Franklin Park is an 18-hole regulation length golf course in Dorchester, Massachusetts. This medium-length layout has 3 sets of teeboxes for a fun, but challenging golfing... Read more on TheGolfCourses.net

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  • ... in Franklin Park, the William Devine Golf Course is the second-oldest public course in the nation. This 18-hole course is also known as the Franklin Park Golf Course.Special Requirements: Proof... Read more on GoCityKids.com

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William J. Devine Municipal Golf Course
1 Circuit Drive Dorchester
MA, 02121

Freedom Trail

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Things To Do – Boston, Massachusetts

... mile tour marked by a red line on the sidewalk takes you by many famous sites. Your dog may join you on ... Read more on DogFriendly.com

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  • ... mind a few miles on concrete. The trail starts at a little map/info stand on the Common, then wanders ... Read more on Trekaroo

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Freedom Trail
147 Tremont Street
Boston Common Boston, MA, 0211

Boston Common

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National And State Parks – Boston, Massachusetts

... years old, this is the country's oldest park and it boasts an interesting cultural and natural history. The Freedom Trail Visitor Center is on site, and the park is a hub for the Emerald Neckla... Read more on DogFriendly.com

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  • America's oldest park is the heart of Boston, offering recreation opportunities and a glimpse into history ... Read more on Yahoo! Travel

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Boston Common
Tremont Street and Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02111

Museum of Fine Arts

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Art Museums – Boston, Massachusetts

... of Fine Arts houses and preserves preeminent collections and aspires to serve a wide variety of people through direct encounters with works of art. -- Through exhibitions, programs, research an... Read more on MuseumStuff.com

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  • ... Museum of Fine Arts is one of the best in the United States and has sponsored impressive shows on Monet and John Singer Sargent. The MFA has outstanding collections of Impressionist art early A... Read more on Yahoo

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Museum of Fine Arts
465 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115-5523
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a local tourist | transient travels
2010-04-09 12:52:05 | transienttravels.com
Slurp_quote_bubble …through the many tourist attractions in and around Boston I realized something. In all my travels, there are many basic Boston attractions for tourists that I have never encountered. When friends from out of town visit and ask for advice on what…
sam adams | transient travels
2010-03-23 02:56:00 | transienttravels.com
Slurp_quote_bubble …off. I for one have never done a Boston duck tour, nor have I walked the entire Freedom Trail. Another Boston attraction that I had never experienced before was the Sam Adams Brewery .…
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About Boston

Boston, Massachusetts contains a rich history that each and every American should experience at one time or another. Within Boston you have the opportunity to experience a cultural side of Massachusetts and take a break from the usual vacation attractions and learn while you vacation within Boston. The Boston Common is only one of the major attractions at your disposal during this type of vacation.

There are many Boston museums such as the Museum of Science as well as the Museum of Fine Arts for you to visit during your stay to take a more relaxing twist to your vacationing days. If you are not interested in these types of activities there are many outdoor activities and sites that can be seen as well if you choose Boston as your vacation destination within the summer months of the year. During the winter season you have many different options as well and can visit the same attractions as they are open all year round if you do not mind the cold weather.

Boston is a large city and therefore there are many different lodging choices depending on your budget and your vacation preferences. All the lodgings within Boston are in close proximity to the attractions and cultural activities that you will be interested in taking part in so transportation does not have to be a concern for tourists, although taxis are abundant if you need them. If you do not already know the history of Boston, Massachusetts, now is the time to discover what it has to offer and spend your summer vacation in this interesting location.

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