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Old North Church
Old West Church
Boston Public Market
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Haymarket
Paul Revere Park
Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park
The Rose Kennedy Rose Garden
Rings Fountain
Pilot House Park
Tadpole Playground
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Quite nice park, it’s good if you want to read a book and enjoy the nice weather relaxing
Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston proved to be a winter wonderland during my recent visit, despite the icy and snowy conditions that enveloped the city. The historic charm of the marketplace, coupled with the festive atmosphere, created a magical experience.
Navigating through the cobblestone streets and historic buildings adorned with twinkling lights, I discovered a bustling hub of activity. The market's diverse array of shops and eateries offered a warm respite from the chilly weather outside. From sipping hot cocoa to indulging in local treats, the marketplace became a delightful refuge from the winter elements.
The Quincy Market building, with its iconic architecture, provided shelter from the snowfall while offering an eclectic mix of shops and food stalls. Even in the midst of wintry conditions, street performers and lively crowds added an energetic vibe to the scene.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace's ability to transform into a festive haven, even in icy weather, showcases its timeless appeal. It's not just a shopping destination; it's an immersive experience that weaves together history, culture, and the resilience of Bostonians in the face of winter's embrace.
Navigating through the cobblestone streets and historic buildings adorned with twinkling lights, I discovered a bustling hub of activity. The market's diverse array of shops and eateries offered a warm respite from the chilly weather outside. From sipping hot cocoa to indulging in local treats, the marketplace became a delightful refuge from the winter elements.
The Quincy Market building, with its iconic architecture, provided shelter from the snowfall while offering an eclectic mix of shops and food stalls. Even in the midst of wintry conditions, street performers and lively crowds added an energetic vibe to the scene.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace's ability to transform into a festive haven, even in icy weather, showcases its timeless appeal. It's not just a shopping destination; it's an immersive experience that weaves together history, culture, and the resilience of Bostonians in the face of winter's embrace.
One of the better office buildings in Boston. Easy accessible, very clean and high tech. Centrally located and great views
This place is good in almost every season.
On new years, you watch the fire works here.
In spring, you can come by to sit under the cherry blossom trees.
In winter, you can enjoy the beautifully lit tunnel.
In summer you can enjoy the fountain, the sun, and the water.
The park itself is rather small and there's almost no parking nearby. But it's charming and worth a visit.
On new years, you watch the fire works here.
In spring, you can come by to sit under the cherry blossom trees.
In winter, you can enjoy the beautifully lit tunnel.
In summer you can enjoy the fountain, the sun, and the water.
The park itself is rather small and there's almost no parking nearby. But it's charming and worth a visit.
The Market Place offers various kinds of food and we tried clam chowder with bread that cost around $10 but was okay, we had to throw the bread but the soup was good. At another place we tried Boston cream pie which was surprisingly good.
I love it! I got fruit veggies for under $10. I went to the Halal store, love the people who work there. I got the bread, I don't know what it's called, filled with yummy delicious things. $3. Go on a Friday or Saturday. You will not regret it.
Boston’s Faneuil Hall Marketplace sets on Freedom Trail close to the Custom House.
Certainly a cool place with numerous food vendors inside and an array of good street performers that makes it entertaining to eat and shop for tourist trinkets and collectibles.
If you like a variety of foods go to Faneuil Hall.
Certainly a cool place with numerous food vendors inside and an array of good street performers that makes it entertaining to eat and shop for tourist trinkets and collectibles.
If you like a variety of foods go to Faneuil Hall.
Situated in the North End of Boston, this is a wonderfully historic church which is well worth a visit! Most famous for its links to Paul Revere and the Midnight Ride, it also has a really interesting history and crypt too. I think more signs have gone up within the church which I found really interesting, there's a lot more context about the parishioners. Definitely have a good look inside and don't miss the window at the front of the church with the lantern hanging up, there's a great story to it!
There is an admission charge to enter and there are also tour options too. There's a little outdoor booth by the entrance to buy tickets but if there's no one there, you can buy in the gift shop. Winter is not too bad, but I would say in the summer months- crypt tours especially do sell out so it's worth pre booking online if you're on a tight schedule!
There has been a shakeup of the tours (I'm sure I remember doing combined crypt/bell tower tours!) but now they are separated out and are $10 each including general admission to the main church area. The crypt has recently reopened after renovation and I will say, the tour I took today was the best crypt tour I've done at the Old North. The guide was brilliant and there were lots of snippets of information about what had been found during the renovation too.
If you are interested in the New England burial grounds and the traditional grave motifs, Copps Hill is close by too!
There is an admission charge to enter and there are also tour options too. There's a little outdoor booth by the entrance to buy tickets but if there's no one there, you can buy in the gift shop. Winter is not too bad, but I would say in the summer months- crypt tours especially do sell out so it's worth pre booking online if you're on a tight schedule!
There has been a shakeup of the tours (I'm sure I remember doing combined crypt/bell tower tours!) but now they are separated out and are $10 each including general admission to the main church area. The crypt has recently reopened after renovation and I will say, the tour I took today was the best crypt tour I've done at the Old North. The guide was brilliant and there were lots of snippets of information about what had been found during the renovation too.
If you are interested in the New England burial grounds and the traditional grave motifs, Copps Hill is close by too!
Came straight here the first day we landed in Nov to see the Christmas lights, and they are so pretty to walk through right on the dock. It was a bit smaller of a park than I thought it was going to be, but still a nice little walk through.
While I did not tour the inside of the Old North Church, I enjoyed my walk around the perimeter just as much.
The steeple of the Old North Church can be seen at quite a distance, framed between two lines of tall trees. A statue of Paul Revere is positioned in the foreground, aligned with the church's steeple. This is the famous steeple that Robert Newman and vestryman Capt. John Pulling, Jr. climbed to signal Paul Revere's message that the "British were coming" by sea.
If you're visiting Boston, this spot is one of many you will encounter walking the Freedom Trail. It is well worth your time.
The steeple of the Old North Church can be seen at quite a distance, framed between two lines of tall trees. A statue of Paul Revere is positioned in the foreground, aligned with the church's steeple. This is the famous steeple that Robert Newman and vestryman Capt. John Pulling, Jr. climbed to signal Paul Revere's message that the "British were coming" by sea.
If you're visiting Boston, this spot is one of many you will encounter walking the Freedom Trail. It is well worth your time.
If you wanted to go visit a souvenir shop,one of the best place to visit as outside the hall there are some activities
Plus behind is the north,south and quincy market apart from souvenir shop there are some shopping areas and food shops
Were you can go grab to eat,dine on or before shopping.
Its an all in one place to be!
Plus behind is the north,south and quincy market apart from souvenir shop there are some shopping areas and food shops
Were you can go grab to eat,dine on or before shopping.
Its an all in one place to be!
This place was nice to visit had tons of variety in the food hall. Downside parking cost us over $40 for 3 hrs the most absurd thing ever! A ton of little kiosks to shop at. We walked around the city and to the park.
Nice EY office with amazing views
Great Market to shop at, a lot of selection and great prices!
Beautiful display of lights, starting end of November! Very picturesque, and the best part - it is free! We went there pretty late at night on Thanksgiving, and it was empty and peaceful to take a walk around this area (this is also super close to Quincy market)!
Amazing beautiful park, sea side view, super cozy tunnel to walk and take pictures.
Winter time the tunnel is lit with lots of lights... Amazing during Christmas time and free for public.
Winter time the tunnel is lit with lots of lights... Amazing during Christmas time and free for public.
This place is SO AMAZING!!! I stopped at Oohjacquelina Jewelry and got some STUNNING bracelets and rings!! They are so dainty and WATERPROOF!! I was so thrilled and everyone was so nice and helpful and very knowledgeable about their Jewelry! I would totally recommend getting Jewelry from Oohjacquelina Jewelry!!
Best market ever. Great warm vibes and lovely handcrafted jewelry, goods and delicious homemade locally sourced food ! Also an amazing bar that’s open late Pine Bar !
We were passing through going to the BREAKERS and were advised to take our lunch of lobster rolls, clam chowder, and Oysters P'Boy ...Muy sabroso.
A perfect place to meet friends, enjoy new Englands cuisine and dine food in a friendly and very safe surrounding. I had Lobster and Shrimps in one of the several locations. Met some great guys from Utah and we had a nice Chat during the course. Recommended!!!!
This is the place you want to be on a cold day, it’s like a squeeze of Boston into an indoor space. There is a bar, plenty of vendors selling arts and crafts and a food court with seatings. You can even get your groceries there!
A good place for meeting up with friends? Or maybe that special someone and has a bit of everything that offers a vibrant atmosphere as well as the romantic one. I love the activities that are going on from people showcasing their talents to locals, having fun in a sense of activities maybe it is that include visitors. It's a very warm welcoming vibe that it gives off and it's one of my favorite places to visit while I'm in downtown Boston. In fact I can say that area in general is my favorite place to just be alone and think of with company. My favorite next to Wharfs Landing or Boston Inner Harbor.
you go to Boston, you must go to Boston Public Market! So many amazing vendors! Get a Lobster Roll from Red's Best! They are some of the best in Boston!
We had a great experience here, we just paid for the basic audio tour and loved it. It’s about 40 mins of total listening, and nice to walk around. We booked our tickets in advance and they were good for anytime that day.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace is a legendary food court with quote a variety of offerings. Highly recommended! Photos of vendors included in my review. Of course it’s called a tourist trap, but it’s a great one.
This was a decent park to walk in I felt that I was safe, however there weren’t any bathrooms that I can remember, like much of boston.
Awesome, stop tagging the walls at the park. Keep it up and beautiful
The new audio guide is really good! It’s clear the church put lots of time and effort into researching and creating it. They let us store our luggage as well so we could easily enjoy our time there. Very helpful staff!
Nice little park but no vendors set up while we were there. We needed something to drink and started wondering and finally happened upon Quincy Market which was fabulous. Good views.
Schöner Park mit exotischen Pflanzen, welche gut gepflegt sind. Der Park befindet sich direkt am Meer und man hat einen guten Ausblick auf die Skyline von Boston. Zudem befindet sich eine kleine baumallee im Park. Alles im allen ist der Park sauber und interessant, jedoch äußerst klein.
Great variety of stores inside (prepared foods, bakeries, fish shop, cafe, specialty gluten free/vegan/allergy friendly bakery, liquor store). On Saturdays, their outdoor market is open, which gets quite busy. Washrooms indoors are only available to customers.
This place provides you the smaller version of experience in seasonal farms. For instance, you can enjoy apple cider and chocolates in the fall. Everyone is friendly and food are good though there is not so many choices.
Like many other Boston attractions, this church has an imposing story to tell. Admission is not free. Its white interior is beautiful, and its outdoor garden a wonder to pause and reflect on the different roles of each actor in the history of this city and country.
Just seeing the outside is probably enough. We paid $5 each to go through the church, and I felt like the church that is still using it was milking it. If you want to go beyond the floor level of the church, you have to pay more for each additional area you want to see. The church still has the original pew boxes, which people paid to rent back in the 1700's, which was shocking. Some of the pew boxes have info about the people that paid for them.
I think it's a real shame that awful places like Quincy Market get all the attention, while the quite brilliant Boston Public Market just a walk away stays mostly empty.
The food on offer there is much better. It has the best coffee I had in Boston and some of the best donuts I ever had, and if you're into cooking, they also have fresh vegetables, fresh pasta, cheeses, raw meat and fish.
The food on offer there is much better. It has the best coffee I had in Boston and some of the best donuts I ever had, and if you're into cooking, they also have fresh vegetables, fresh pasta, cheeses, raw meat and fish.
Good vegetables and fruits with cheaper price. One advice: Eat strawberries and other berries within two days otherwise they may develop mold.
It was a bit slippery but fun with all different colour lights, steam and water dance for hot summer days
Great place to have fun during the day and the evening. The lights and the smoke effects are a nice touch.
Love the outdoor market tradition dating way back to the 1830s. Affordable fruits and vegetables right here on Fridays and Saturdays. Cash only.
This is a very cool place. Local small businesses with homemade products in cute booths and bakeries. Go here for lunch or shop for a picnic.
My kids love this water sprinkler. We have been making it a trip for the last 3 summers always at night time because of the colors.
Absolutely beautiful garden to walk through at any time of day. There's a lot of traffic but that didn't bother me. The flowers and plants could use some love and care as some of them didn't look like they were doing very well. I'm not a gardener or have any knowledge of plants and flowers or was just the display. I feel there should be some people that are keeping up with it as it's a very well-known tourist area. The infinity water fountain was absolutely beautiful!!
best place to sit in a shadow with fresh air and enjoy the view
Tadpole Playground was a delight for our children. It was well-maintained, safe, and provided an excellent outdoor space for the kids to expend their energy while we were touring Boston as a family. An oasis of fun amidst city bustle. This playground is within Boston Commons and we were pleased with how clean the park was and how much the children enjoyed it.
I get fresh and cheap blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries for around $2/each at Haymarket every week. Only open on Fridays and Saturdays. (Bring your own bag to avoid plastic waste.)
If you want to know more about American history, especially the events leading up to the "shot heard 'round the world," then you should absolutely visit the Old North Church! The staff is both informative and friendly. An interesting place to visit for both adults and kids!
A great little city round. Our kids are a little bit older for it but I think if you are kids are under 11 it would work perfectly for. Also if you're coming to town for a tour along the route in this is a great place to wait before you you begin the tour this way you can come a little bit early and make sure you're on time
Beautiful park near Boston waterfront. It is a ten minutes walk from Quincy market. You can enjoy peace and quiet of the evenings all the while watching seagulls flying over and other walkers and kids going on about their evenings. It is a beautiful sight at sunset.
I love Boston Public Market! There are so many options for foodies, and I've tried most of them. The cider donuts and apple cider slushie at Red Apple Farm is the best anywhere. You can also get flowers on your way out.
Love to see the sea from this spot
Impressive office building with great views. Good security.
This is an amazing playground where some structures are labeled for 2 to 5 year olds and some for 5 to 12-year-olds. The big attraction is the 30 ft long tubular metal slide. It could be hard to keep an eye on a bunch of kids at once because they're just so excited to explore. Everything sits on a padded rubbery ground cover so it would be hard to get hurt.
Come for the history, stay for the elegant architecture and serene atmosphere. This is where the famous lanterns were hung during Paul Revere's midnight ride, though it now commemorates the friendship between the United States and England. The Queen of England even visited here, and there are photos commemorating her. An air of solace hangs about this building, and it is a noble, elegantly unpretentious structure.
There is more information than you could ever want to know, and it is readily available. There is a fee to go in, but it is only $5, a small price to pay in my view. Be sure to see the view of the church from the park, especially on a clear day. Looking past the Paul Revere statue, gleaming in the sunlight, to the celestial white spire of the church is an experienced both historically resonant and lyrically poetic.
There is more information than you could ever want to know, and it is readily available. There is a fee to go in, but it is only $5, a small price to pay in my view. Be sure to see the view of the church from the park, especially on a clear day. Looking past the Paul Revere statue, gleaming in the sunlight, to the celestial white spire of the church is an experienced both historically resonant and lyrically poetic.
Love this park!! It’s so beautiful to walk around in. I like going for walks with my dog here. Beautiful view of the bridge and water. However, lately there’s been a group of ATV/dirt bike riders that have been destroying the fields so that’s been a bit disappointing.
We went at night and there was no ine around. It was really nice
I love the colors and watching people have fun when it's hot 🥵. What a way to beat the heat! When the fountain is lighted at night 🌃 and the city 🌆 lights are shining, I can just chill out and relax at this moving artwork. I can only say "Thank you!" to the Boston/Massachusetts tax payers for giving everyone who visits this enjoyment!
It is a good place to enjoy nice weather with family and friends. However if you are a tourist then there is not much to do here.
Impressed place at night. You shoud walk in there!
Fun filled place for kids during summer...
Frog pond is good fun... Kids can play in pond till 6 pm... Then not allowed to enter into water, kids can spend time in playground... Small play ground with water shower and kids enjoy doing it...
It's within Boston common and good place to hangout with kids
Frog pond is good fun... Kids can play in pond till 6 pm... Then not allowed to enter into water, kids can spend time in playground... Small play ground with water shower and kids enjoy doing it...
It's within Boston common and good place to hangout with kids
Very nice park
Beautiful park with hidden shortcut between Charlestown, North station, Community college and Cambridge river side
My daughter had an amazing time here for hours today! It wasn't super crowded, all the kids and even some adults were having a blast. I didn't even know this was here, we went to the aquarium and upon walking there she spotted this place so we cut the aquarium time short and went right to this spot. Safe to say I'll have to bring her back
Truly one of the most incredible attractions in all of Boston! We made reservations months in advance and it did not disappoint. The water SHOOTS UP into the air, dancing around with magnificent, unpredictable colors and a SMOKEY MIST!
Many laughs, and some tears of joy were shared over this fountain. It brought the whole family together, including my partner’s parents who decided to get back together.
Overall, 5/5. Do not miss out on this.
Many laughs, and some tears of joy were shared over this fountain. It brought the whole family together, including my partner’s parents who decided to get back together.
Overall, 5/5. Do not miss out on this.
Went there early April. Nature starts blooming.. beautifull afternoon! We saw some gooses and even a rabbit !
Great place to walk or just hang out and relax. Great view on the bridge and Boston too!
Great place to walk or just hang out and relax. Great view on the bridge and Boston too!
An amazing view
Beautiful view. Nice out of the way spot to take in some history
Ran into this super cute waterfront park while exploring downtown Boston. A peaceful, quiet park to stop at for a little rest from a day of walking! Great views of the Zakim bridge and the city from this park!!
Great park for dogs it seems but the view toward the TD Garden and the buildings are excellent. Great place for taking pictures. The park connects also back to the main side of the city which is very convenient.
Always a great destination with the pup. It’s connected to North Point Park. Lots of activity. There is a skate park and the duck boats enter the water here. One of my most favorite places in the city.
Tallest building in Boston and New England You can see it basically throughout the whole city in most spots.
Only been there once and it was for an event not church so I can't be too detailed but I can say this: it's clearly an LGBT friendly/affirming church and that's so hard to find so it's super cool! Lovely building and grounds.
Great ecumenical community with an emphasis on social justice and equality.
The waterfront park is nice, but the rose garden within is very disappointing. Very small and not a single tea rose. There were some other nice flowers such as the huge sunflowers, but if you are looking for roses,this isn't it.
Stumbled upon this place on our walk from the Aquarium to the North End. Plenty of pretty pink roses! Good spot for some quick, sweet pictures!
Lovely green space on the water. Some benches and dock access make it a wonderful spot to take a break and recharge. Probably not a "destination park", but if you are local, it's a great choice.
Great playground for the kids when visiting Boston Common. Restrooms are nearby and there's lot of seating space for parents. Only one entryway to the playground which makes it safer. My son loved it.
Such a cute spot to watch the sunset.
I had to do take care of some business there it was a good day.
Work here. Good views from offices, landmark building. Lots of shopping and dining nearby.
Almost 45 years old this building still looks pretty new and shines brightly on a sunny day. I look forward to the next time I'm able to see it in person.
The roses were forgotten and they were not maintained very well. Maybe it's the time of the year. There were a few lovely Rose brushes that had beautiful blooms. I enjoyed the area, the Water fountain, the area Was so Clean and you Could feel a breeze from the Harbor.
Goes back to colonial times. Inside has been made cozy by removing pews. Organ concerts there
In the summer, IIRC. I service the clock and occasionally there's someone practicing on the pipe organ.
In the summer, IIRC. I service the clock and occasionally there's someone practicing on the pipe organ.
The roses are ok, the fountain is lovely, both are well kept.
Fun to watch. A bit of construction at the moment that has to be walked around, but not so much as to detract from the experience. A nice place to meet people.
It's a good church and that have good dinners on Monday nights
A beautifully preserved and playfully decorated space. It's excellent for intimate choral or instrumental concerts.
We’ve been there in the summer and my son loved. Really nice place.
Eye-catching for that distinct New England architecture and the ideologically progressive banners posted on the outside walls and the church door. The church was closed during our visit so we didn't see the interior and just contented ourselves with pictures online.
I only drove past it but I am amazed how welcoming this church is. The first thing I saw was "black lives matter" and lgbtq flags. I didn't even believe it was a church at first
great place to come with kids...
You won’t miss it if you are near to Boston Harbor. Boston trolley tours leaves from here. Everything is just few yards away from here. Fountain which is sync with time, kids love it. they play with it, drench in fountain water. When i was there, there were Chinese sculpture heads (one for each Chinese year animal). i guess it keeps changing.
grt place not to miss...
You won’t miss it if you are near to Boston Harbor. Boston trolley tours leaves from here. Everything is just few yards away from here. Fountain which is sync with time, kids love it. they play with it, drench in fountain water. When i was there, there were Chinese sculpture heads (one for each Chinese year animal). i guess it keeps changing.
grt place not to miss...
i love coming to Boston , and i took this 2 pictures ( summer & winter ).
you can see how the clouds hugging the building in the winter picture .
you can see how the clouds hugging the building in the winter picture .
I mean, I work here so I am biased! But OWC centers around four core values (inclusive community, racial equity & social justice, prophetic service and transformational worship) and I am grateful to be a part of a community that takes all those things seriously.
In the summer, this playground is the perfect long stop for any family. The water features are awesome and will keep your little ones entertained for hours.
Often times very crowded during most days and can be hard to get some pics with so many people around you passing by, near the aquarium Faneuil hall north end and many other attractions nearby all within a short walk. Very beautiful place at night especially at the holidays and around Christmas with all the lights. And not far at all from the seaport and the harbor ferries. Though this garden is often times locked and I think requires membership for access since I think due to its size if’s small and. Not much to really see
Reisen mit jüngeren Kindern folgen eigenen Gesetzmässigkeiten. Ein regelmässiger Aufenthalt auf einem Spielplatz ist obligatorisch. Für die Eltern eine gute Möglichkeit mit den locals in Kontakt zu treten. Uns hat es gefallen.
Big enclosed playground with big slide/play structure for all ages. It is busy most of the time but still fun. Those frog sculptures are super fun for toddlers. Carousel and pond nearby are an added plus!