Explore More: Boston

Hi I’m Karyll and I’ve lived in the great city of Boston for 7 years.

Boston is a classic and charming New England destination. This city has it all, and the best part about it is you can walk to wherever you need to be. Its narrow streets and brownstones combined with modern skyscrapers give it a distinct European American air. Faneuil Hall and shopping on Newbury Street are the usual go-to activities among visitors — but explore a little bit more and you can view masterpieces of art at the Museum of Fine Arts, sample gourmet treats from the Boston Public Market, or get some fresh air walking around the Esplanade and Charles River.

Below, I present to you some of my favorite spots to best capture the essence of the city. I’ve also added some areas to visit outside of the city to share with you a taste of New England.

Acorn Street is one of the most popular streets in the city. This street, and many more around the area, offers visitors a look back at 19th century Boston.

The North End, Boston’s Little Italy, is a maze of narrow streets with some of the city’s oldest buildings. Italian restaurants, coffeehouses, pastry shops and old-school delis pack the area, especially on lively Hanover Street.

Nestled between Boston’s beautiful waterfront and the historic Fort Point district, lies a vibrant and bustling neighborhood with a unique appeal. A synergistic community of artists, innovators, and entrepreneurs, Seaport has forged a culture all its own.

The White Mountains are only a few hours away from the city. It’s a mountain range covering about a quarter of the state of New Hampshire and a small portion of western Maine in the United States. It’s a popular destination for autumn getaways.

Bustling Back Bay is a shopping and dining destination. Along Newbury Street, well-heeled locals frequent designer boutiques, fashion chains, art galleries and patio cafes set in elegant brick townhouses.

The Back Bay neighborhood – one of the two most expensive residential areas in Boston – started as a bay. The bay was filled in during the 19th century to create the area now known by the name Back Bay. The area is now known for its Victorian brownstones.

One of Boston’s most picturesque areas, Beacon Hill has steep streets lined with Federal-style and Victorian brick row houses lit by antique lanterns.

Together with the Boston Common, the parks form the northern terminus of the Emerald Necklace; a long string of parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. The Public Garden contains a pond and a large series of formal plantings that are maintained by the city and others and vary from season to season.

The Charles River is one of the major sources of recreation for residents. It is one of the busiest recreational river segments in the world, lined with boat houses, jogging paths, sports fields and concert performance facilities that are used heavily by Bostonians each year.

The Commons is a central public park in downtown Boston. Dating from 1634, it is the oldest city park in the United States.

Memorial Drive is a 3.9-mile parkway along the north bank of the Charles River in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It gives a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline.

Cape Cod, a hook-shaped peninsula of the U.S. state of Massachusetts, is a popular summertime destination. It’s the site of quaint villages, seafood shacks, lighthouses, ponds and bay and ocean beaches.

Lonesome Lake is a glacial lake on the side of Cannon Mountain of the White Mountains. The trail itself is moderate, but it is a great family-friendly hike, with the promise of a refreshing dip and incredible views of Franconia Ridge.

The Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge across the Charles River in Boston. Along with it’s magnificent design, this bridge is one of the busiest roads in the city.

The lively Downtown Boston is home to Freedom Trail sites like the Old State House and Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the Financial District, and City Hall, known for its brutalist architecture.

Boston is one of America’s greatest walking cities. Your strolls can lead you to historic districts, a museum or two, a bite to eat, and see the waterfront, all in one day. I hope to see you around!

Big thanks to Karyll for his awesome photos of Boston! – Drew

Have you ever been to Boston? If so, comment with a photo of your favorite spot!

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Karyll Catubig

Explore More: Boston