Boston Attractions - Besides the numerous attractions that Boston has to offer, there are tons of districts to explore, where a variety of restaurants, bars and main points of interests can be enjoyed. In the downtown area, the Financial District and the Leather District can be found.
Throughout the southern part of the city, you will encounter the SoWa District. Between Chinatown and Bay Village, the Theater District can be found. Southern Boston is where you will be able to enjoy the Waterfront District. On 19 North Square, tourists will find the Paul Revere House for a trip into history. Some parts of the house still date back to the 17th century.
Paul Revere House
19 North Square
Boston, Massachusetts
Here you will find the oldest house that can be found in the downtown area. Patriot activist, Paul Revere, owned this house, which dates back to the 17th century. Between 1770 and 1800, Revere owned this home.
Acorn Street
Boston, Massachusetts
In Boston, the title to most photographed street in the area goes to Acorn Street. The cobblestone streets are amazing, as is the houses in this section of town.
Arlington Street Church
351 Boylston St.
Boston, Massachusetts
This attraction can be located across the way from the Park Square corner of the Public Garden. Dating back to 1861, this church is a great place to view architecture.
Samuel Gridley and Julia Howe House
13 Chestnut St
Boston, Massachusetts
The former owners of this home were well-known humanitarians and abolitionists, who resided in the area. The architecture at this site offers a view of Old Boston and Georgian style of design.
Franklin Park and Zoo
Boston, Massachusetts
When visit this popular zoo, you will find more than just animals to enjoy. Children can run around the onsite playground, while adults can enjoy a game of golf.
Boston Massacre Site
At Congress and State Streets
Boston, Massachusetts
At this site, a 1770 protest rally ended in the death of five colonists. Independence from Great Britain followed this historical event.
Freedom Trail
Runs from Boston Common to Bunker Hill
Boston, Massachusetts
A history-filled tour can be enjoyed when following the path of this freedom trail. Measuring three miles, a variety of sites can be found, including the Bunker Hill Monument, King's Chapel, as well as Old State House.
New England Aquarium
Central Wharf
Boston, Massachusetts
An array of sea creatures can be enjoyed at this site, where local inhabitants, as well as worldwide specimens live. Animals, such as penguins waddle and swim about the premises. The aquarium also has a large ocean tank, which is filled with 200,000-gallons of water
Boston Common
Boston, Massachusetts
In the country, this park is considered to be one of the oldest. Outdoor concerts can be enjoyed in this area, which is a drastic change from the military training and public hangings that once were held.
Boston Harbor Islands State Park
Boston, Massachusetts
This attraction is comprised of eight separate islands. Tourists often come to this area to boat, fish, as well as camp. A ferry service coming to, from and between the islands is available.
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