A Little About Boston

The City of Boston is the capital and most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Whether you’re there for a vacation, staycation, for work, or to play — there are hidden gems and must-see sites scattered throughout each of the city’s distinct neighborhoods and districts.

Here is a Doobie-approved list of some of the most well-known spots around town. Enjoy what historical Boston has to offer, and don’t forget to tag us on social media @trydoobie in your adventures!

Boston baked beans became famous because of the molasses spill (horrible), but if you're looking for something not as sticky — yet just as sweet and full of family stories — start in the North End at one of the pastry shops. Stay for the small talk, ask questions about the history of the Old North Church, and then head out on the Boston Freedom Trail.

You can’t actually “pahk yah cah on Hahvahd Yahd,” but you can stroll the campus, catch a game at BC, take in a performance at Berklee, or try to spy Spot at MIT. Snap a picture outside of Cheers, but for the quintessential Boston photo, visit Acorn Street. Ride the carousel on the Common, and experience the street performances, tastes, and sounds of Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market.

Popular Boston museums include the Museum of Science, New England Aquarium, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. You’ll also find public art installations all across the city. Cross the Boston Marathon finish line, stroll along the Charles River, or hop on a Duck Boat — there’s a reason why we love that dirty water. Not your thing? Two words: Newbury Street.

Besides baked beans, Boston is best known for its rich history and world-class colleges like Harvard, UMass, and Boston University. Individuals and families alike can visit Boston Common in downtown Boston, walk the Freedom Trail, see Bunker Hill, and visit Griffin’s Wharf — the site of the Boston Tea Party. Cross the marathon finish line again, grab a drink where Cheers was filmed, explore Beacon Hill, shop along Newbury Street in Back Bay, or hang out in Harvard Square. There's something for everyone.