Eat See Do: Boston

In Boston’s restaurants, lobster is served super fresh. The succulent meat of this crustacean has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. Enjoy lobster on its own or in a lobster roll, a type of luxury hot dog consisting of a soft brioche bun generously topped with pieces of lobster and mayonnaise. This unpretentious yet glamorous sandwich is a classic of East Coast cuisine and the perfect snack for visitors looking to experience Boston’s maritime culinary tradition.

More Culinary Delights:

• New England Clam Chowder: This hearty soup with clams is served in a bread bowl at ​Quincy Market, along with many other seafood specialties, like fresh oysters, for example.
• Boston Cream Pie: A generous portion of vanilla cream is sandwiched between two light sponge cake layers and topped with a crisp chocolate glaze. This delicacy was invented at the Parker House Hotel (now the Omni Parker House Hotel), which is still the best place to enjoy this iconic Boston dessert.
• Local beers and craft cocktails: Boston boasts a vibrant scene of ​microbreweries, taprooms, and beer bars. The Harpoon Brewery and the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery are particularly well-known.

If you want to enjoy what is arguably the most atmospheric view of Boston, be sure to plan a visit to the ​Charles River Esplanade. Bring a picnic blanket and some snacks, and spend a relaxing afternoon watching the sailboats with the Back Bay and Beacon Hill skyline reflected in the water. The scene becomes especially idyllic as the sun slowly sinks behind the skyscrapers – it’s a truly spectacular urban scenery!

Also Worth a Visit:

• Boston Public Garden: The first public botanical garden in the United States is a green oasis in the heart of the city. It is particularly famous for its Victorian flower beds, swan pedal boats, and the “Make Way for Ducklings” sculpture.
• Boston views: Located high up in the Prudential Tower in Back Bay, the Boston View observation deck offers stunning 360-degree panoramic views of the city. On a clear day, you can see as far as Cape Cod. The deck is open daily from 11 AM to 8 PM, and it’s worth reserving tickets in advance to avoid long wait times.
• Boston Public Library: If you need a little break from the hustle and bustle of the city, you’ll certainly find peace and quiet here. Founded in 1848, it is considered a pioneer of the public library system in the United States. The Boston Public Library was the first public lending library and the first to feature a children’s section.

Bostonians are ​passionate baseball fans. Their team is the Boston Red Sox. For over a century, the Red Sox have called the legendary Fenway Park home. It is the oldest Major League Baseball stadium still in use. Attending a Red Sox home game is one of the highlights of any visit to Boston. Here, you can experience the excitement and passion firsthand. To learn more about the stadium’s history and baseball’s significance to the city, book a guided stadium tour. During the tour, you’ll also find out what the ​“Green Monster” at Fenway Park is.

More Experiences:

• Freedom Trail: This four-kilometer-long trail runs from Boston Common through the downtown area and the North End to the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. It connects 16 of the most significant sites of the American Revolution (1765–1783). Learn more about American history on a guided tour.
• Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum: Actors, ship replicas, and multimedia presentations bring the famous Boston Tea Party of December 16, 1773, to life. This is an especially exciting experience for families and history buffs.
• Harbor cruise: This is one of the highlights of any visit to Boston, offering stunning views of the skyline. The cruise is especially spectacular at sunset.