Things to Do in Boston

Our Guide to Boston's Best History and Beer

Five Things to Do in Boston's North End

Boston has one of the biggest “Little Italy” neighborhoods in the United States. The North End is the city's oldest neighborhood and is a...

A Brief History of the Battle of Bunker Hill

On June 17, 1775, the Battle of Bunker Hill took place in Charlestown, Massachusetts, just across the harbor from Boston. While it was...

Things to Do for Memorial Day Weekend in Boston

Looking for things to do in the city for the long weekend? Here are a few options to honor Boston’s past and present. 1. Free Admission...

Historic Tavern in Boston: Warren Tavern

Warren Tavern is beyond worth the trip to Charlestown, which is across the harbor from downtown Boston. The watering hole was founded in...

A Brief History of Patriots' Day in Massachusetts

On the third Monday of every April (April 17 in 2023), Massachusetts and Maine (which was a part of the Bay State until it became its own...

Evacuation Day and St. Patrick's Day in Boston

St. Patrick's Day is often associated with Boston for good reason. About 1 in 5 of the city's residents claim to have Irish heritage, so...

Boston's Most Historic Taverns and Restaurants (where you can drink today!)

It's no surprise that Boston has a rich history, including establishments where people eat and drank hundreds of years ago. If you're not...

Exploring Boston's Four Burying Grounds

Spooky season is upon us and we're highlighting Boston's four burying grounds, dating as old as 1630. They're within a mile and a half of...

Ye Olde Guide to Free Stops along the Freedom Trail

The Freedom Trail connects 16 historic sites in Boston along a red brick trail. You could spend two hours walking straight through or...