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Boston is a relatively compact city and most of the major places of interest are within walking distance of each other. Second only to San Francisco for its popularity as a United States tourists destination, Boston was recently named as the seventh most popular city in the world. One reason is the tangible sense of history to be found in Boston.

There are world-class collections in both the city’s museums and art galleries, and visitors to Boston will find everything from the finest in international dining to shopping that extends from great bargains to the ultimate in chic. Boston is also home to some top sporting teams including the well-known Boston Red Sox.

Boston Trolley Tours: The Trolley Tours are small bus-like trams that drive you around the city on a route that encompasses the best known sites and landmarks. The advantage with a Trolley Tour is that your ticket is valid for the whole day and you are able to simply ‘hop off’ at any of the stops to look around in further detail and then catch the next trolley, which will arrive shortly.

Boston’s Freedom Trail: In 1951, Boston journalist William Schofield suggested linking historic sites in the city of Boston so that visitors and residents could find them rather easily and by 1958, the Freedom Trail had been created. The 3 mile/4.8 km walk may take as little as two hours, but many will take longer to enjoy the attractions en-route. A red line has been painted throughout the route, connecting the historic sites and making it easy to follow the trail. There are 16 sites included on this walk and in the last 30 years over 50 million dollars has been spent fully restoring these sites to their former glory. The Freedom trail starts at Boston Common and travels through Beacon Hill, downtown Boston, the North End and Charleston. Included on the Freedom Trail are such sites as the Boston Common, Park Street Church, King’s Chapel and Burying Ground, Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, Paul Revere’s House, Bunker Hill Monument, and the USS Constitution “Old Ironsides”.

Whales cruise off the New England coast from April to November, gathering at the major feeding grounds of the Massachusetts coast. Even a fleeting glimpse is a thrilling and very memorable experience. In Boston, cruises are operated by several companies, including the New England Aquarium. Each of the whale-watching tours are narrated and guided by experienced naturalists. The World Wildlife Fund named Massachusetts as one of the world’s top ten whale-watching spots.

There are so many wonderful attractions to see in Boston that there is sure to be something for everyone!

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