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Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Where Boston sits, what to see there, and what to book.

Top sights
8
Bookable experiences
494
Time zone
America/New York

Boston sits in Massachusetts, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 494 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.

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What to see in Boston

Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.

Sample itineraries for Boston

Built from this guide: the sights in the order visitors book them, the areas with a catalogue of their own, and places within day-trip range. A starting shape, not a researched route — check opening hours before you go.

3 days in Boston

Boston's most-visited sights · More of Boston's top sights · Day trip to Cambridge

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    Boston's most-visited sights

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    Day 2

    More of Boston's top sights

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    Day 3

    Day trip to Cambridge

    • Early startHead to CambridgeAbout 5 km from Boston — its own guide has what to see there.
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Near Boston

Other destinations we publish within a few hours of here, closest first.

Cambridge5 kmGloucester43 kmCape Cod96 kmAlbany224 kmCamden260 kmBurlington292 km

What travellers book in Boston

The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.

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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise

4.6 (9,959)1h 20m

Water is no barrier for a duck, why should it be for you? A Boston Duck Tour is a wonderful way to get a great look at Boston on land and water. See all the major landmarks and hear the history of the city as you tour…

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

4.9 (7,720)2h 30m

Boston's principal role in launching the American Revolution is linked by the brick-lined Freedom Trail. This world-famous pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide!…

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

4.5 (3,282)12h

We are proud to offer Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard Day trip. Since 2011 we have been Boston's #1 day trip service to the island. Our professional guides, approved Boston Hotel pickups and newer air-conditioned…

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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

4.3 (5,912)1h 15m

The Boston Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour - named one of the best hop-on, hop-off tours in the world by Forbes - is the easiest way to get around town and explore the rich history of Boston! Take advantage of discounted…

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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

4.5 (3,362)3h 30m

Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on the New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds, and…

from $85.56 / personView details
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Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

4.7 (3,310)1h

Visit the most historic and oldest ballpark in MLB. Fenway Park, also known as "America's Most Beloved Ballpark" is uniquely nestled in the city of Boston. Fenway Park is a place where dreams are made, traditions are…

from $45.16 / personView details

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Sights, areas and experiences here were last checked 2026-09-13.

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