I am going on holiday to Boston for 5 days and then spending 2 and a bit weeks touring around New England. I don't have a definite route yet and am using travel guides to help me.
I was just wondering if anyone who lives there or visited there can suggest some must see places or things to do. Some off the beaten track stuff would be great; I don't really just want to see the tourist side of the place. I am going out in mid September and staying for about 3 weeks.
Thanks!
2007-07-24 01:23:41 · 14 answers · asked by Jooles 4 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Boston
Did similar journey a few years ago...you will love it...do try and get to Woodstock in Vermont...a bit twee and touristy but I loved it...it little village and just what you imagine New England to be...go to New Bedford if you can...an old whaling town, lots of things to look at.....you could try Plymouth Plantation...a copy of an old pilgrim colony with actor playing the parts in authentic dress etc...quite enjoyed it...but search out the trees....if you get chance to go Rhode Island not that far away...see the magnificent mansions of the Vanderbilts etc...you will love it...wish I was coming with you now...be aware that there is virtually no duty free shop in Boston airport so if you want to bring anything back buy it before you get back to the airport...enjoy
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Whilst I think on, not that far from Niagra falls, They are in New York State...quite a drive, but did it there and back in one day from Vermont.
2007-07-24 01:31:40 · answer #1 · answered by Knownow't 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maine is the place to go. Anywhere along the seacoast is beautiful. Sebago Lake, Rangely Lake, and Moosehead Lake area are also very nice. Baxter state park and Acadia park (Bar Harbor) are probably the best places to see but are pretty far from Boston.
I would start from Boston by going up the NH & Maine seacoast. Then go northwest through Maine and into the NH White mountains and straight over into Vermont. Check out Burlington VT and Lake Champlain then head south Into the Berkshire mountains in Massachusetts. Then if you still have time head south thru Connecticut, then go to Newport in Rhode Island, and finally Cape Cod in Massachusetts.
2007-07-24 04:35:23 · answer #2 · answered by Beatle fanatic 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Boston is a superior mixture of colonial record and cutting-edge innovation. From the charming cobblestones of Beacon Hill and revolutionary landmarks of the Freedom Trail, to the iconic grounds of Harvard University and Fenway Park, Boston is really a value trove of Americana and with hotelbye you will have the opportunity to know this treasure. Boston is famous it whilst the "cradle of liberty" and Faneuil Hall is one of the places must-see just as the adjoining Faneuil Hall Marketplace, a spot which includes three extended halls: Quincy Market, North Industry, and South Market. , Faneuil Hall Marketplace is relationship from the early 19th century and has become occupied with a vibrant choice of stores, restaurants, and exhibitions. In good weather, you'll find street performers and buskers putting on reveals in the square across the market.
2016-12-20 00:22:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is a link Old Town Trolley that takes you to several places.
http://www.oldtowntrolley.com/boston.htm
Also other sites to visit: Old Ironside (USS Constitution), Science Museum, Duck Tours, Fredom Trail-Old North Church.
There is lots to see in Boston.
In New England I wouldn't know where to begin.
2007-07-25 10:01:11 · answer #4 · answered by goldenlover 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Bretton Woods in New Hampshire and stay at the Bretton Arms Hotel. Its located right next to the Mt. Washington Hotel, (and on the same lot) but it's smaller and has better food. You can easily walk to the Mt. Washington Hotel from it, and use everything there(pools, tennis courts, etc.)
There are many cool country shops around, and amusement parks. You are also a 20 minute drive from Littleton with the longest candy counter in the world, a great diner called Littleton diner, and a great bookstore. (and a lot more, of course)
2007-07-30 09:33:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Boston:
Fenway Park , they have tours if you don't have sox tix
The Aquarium
Bull and Finch Pub *what cheers was based one, not the one in fanueil hall
fanueil hall
state house
paul revere's house
the quincy estate
go to salem
bunker hill
constitution
cape cod
DO A DUCK TOUR! they're so much fun
the swan boats
beacon hill
the common
mfa
2007-07-25 15:00:51 · answer #6 · answered by sassylassy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well def do the tour of Boston, then take a trip up to Vermont for the leaves to change really pretty. Ben and Jerry's is up there.
2007-07-24 09:42:31 · answer #7 · answered by Kelsy 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on how much of an outdoors person you are. I would recommend going to Acadia Nat'l Park in Maine, the white mountians in NH and Cape Cod in MA.
2007-07-24 01:38:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
look up a place called Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket just a ferry ride from the mainland you might be lucky and see whales on the trip.I beleive they filmed JAWS there.
have a nice stay it a lovely place
2007-07-25 07:34:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-07-26 02:08:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋