Overview
Dive headfirst into Boston and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.
Boston rewards curiosity - discover seafood restaurants serving plump oysters alongside traditional Italian bakeries, and inspirational art museums rubbing shoulders with world-famous universities. Our on-the-ground experts have walked the Freedom Trail, explored Beacon Hill's cobblestone streets, and cheered on the Red Sox at Fenway Park. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!
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 your trip to Boston effortlessly, including:
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Boston
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Boston Public Gardens, to the Black Heritage Trail, and Boston Public Library
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Boston culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travelers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
- 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 Lexington & Concord, Salem, Plymouth, Provincetown
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Boston.
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