• Since it's founding in 1630, Boston, Massachusetts has built up a reputation for being the economic and cultural center of New England. Today the city attracts tourists from all over the world with its eclectic mix of history and modernity, featuring everything from historical sites that predate the American Revolution to upscale shopping, dining and family entertainment.
  
  

The Freedom Trail

• History buffs and those looking to learn more about Boston's rich history should spend a few hours walking along the Freedom Trail. A 2.5-mile long stretch of red bricks that runs through the city, the trail covers 16 nationally recognized points of interest from the Revolutionary War.
  
  

Bunker Hill Monument

• The Bunker Hill Monument actually stands on Breed's Hill, the site of the American Revolution's first major battle. Visitors are welcome to climb up the 294 steps to the monument's pinnacle or take a tour of the nearby Bunker Hill Museum.
  
  

Faneuil Hall

• Built in 1742, Faneuil Hall is also known as the Cradle of Liberty and housed a number of important public meetings during the Revolutionary War era. Today, the building and its surrounding area are known as the Faneuil Hall Marketplace and are a popular dining and shopping destination.
  
  

Boston Public Garden

• Established in 1837, the Public Garden is a large park located in the heart of the city. The garden is adjacent to the Boston Common and features a large pond where visitors can enjoy rides aboard the famed peddle-powered Swan Boats of Boston.
  
  

Boston DUCK Tours

• Take a tour of Boston aboard a WWII-era amphibious landing vehicle known as a DUCK. One of the city's most well-known attractions, these laid-back, educational tours are famous for their enthusiastic tour guides and cover all of Boston's highlights, from the State House to the Prudential Center. Everyone in the family will enjoy the tour's grand finale, when the DUCK splashes into the Charles River for an alternative, breathtaking view of the city.
  
  

New England Aquarium

• A favorite attraction of both tourists and locals alike, the New England Aquarium is home to a multitude of fascinating creatures, from penguins to sharks to poisonous fish. The aquarium features a four-story Giant Ocean Tank at its center, as well as an IMAX theater.
  
  

Cheers Boston

• Formerly known as the Bull & Finch Pub, this restaurant is famous for inspiring the hit TV show "Cheers." The restaurant and pub now operates at two locations, Cheers Boston Beacon Hill and Cheers Boston Faneuil Hall, both of which offer souvenir shops commemorating the show.
  
  

Fenway Park

• Sports fans will enjoy a visit to Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox -- and the team's die-hard fans--since its construction in 1912. For those unable to catch a game, Fenway Park offers tours during the regular season.
  
  

Newbury Street

• Newbury Street is a top Boston attraction and a shopper's paradise. Located in the city's historic Back Bay District, the area offers upscale shopping and dining, along with numerous beauty salons and spas.
  
  

Chinatown

• Visitors to the area will enjoy Chinatown's markets, shops and multitude of authentic pan-Asian dining options. Stop by for a quick bubble tea to go or indulge in a hearty meal of dumplings, noodles, fresh seafood and delicious red bean cakes.