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Category: Historic Sites - Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
The country's oldest institution for higher learning, founded in 1636, was named for its first patron, Reverend John Harvard. Initially conceived as a seminary, the university now features ten graduate and professional schools. Notable alumni include six United States presidents and more than 40 Nobel Laureates....
Category: Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 191 Clyde St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
This course typically plays to just over 6500 yards. However, through utilizing several holes from its sister par-3 course, it can be expanded to over 7000 yards for hosting major tournaments. A traditional course, generous fairways lead to small greens that are occasionally guarded by bunkers. With only a couple of...
Category: Along the Freedom Trail - Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 1 Constitution Rd, Charlestown, MA 02129
For those who paid attention in American History 101, "Old Ironsides" does not need an introduction. One of the original frigates of the US Navy, the "Constitution" was completed in 1797 and is the oldest commissioned, still-afloat warship in the world. Guests are invited to board the storied vessel, which last sailed...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: Storrow Dr, Boston, MA 02108
Site of Boston's annual Fourth of July gala, the Esplanade runs along the southern bank of the Charles River, creating a delightful landscape of manicured lawns, gardens, and children's playgrounds. The city's impressive skyline provides a backdrop, and joggers, walkers, and cyclists flock to the park for scenery and...
Category: Along the Freedom Trail - Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 310 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108
Built in 1729, this venerable meeting house is Boston's second-oldest church. A number of heated town meetings that led to the Revolution were held here, including one called by Samuel Adams to protest dutiable tea and get it returned to England. Old South was also site of the pre-party assembly that set the mood for...
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Address: 450 Little Sandy Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360
With oversized, elevated greens, difficult approach shots are common on this exceptional course. To add to the difficulty level, the wide fairways are well mounded and guarded by a number of bunkers. In fact, you are often forced to make approach shots from awkward lies. Reading these greens can be difficult as well,...
Ballymeade Golf & Country Club
Category: Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 125 Falmouth Woods Rd, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Keep it straight off the tee as trouble lines these well-manicured fairways. A premium is placed on accuracy as several water hazards and even more bunkers will collect errant shots. While the elevation allows several scenic views of Martha's Vineyard, the unprotected areas often produce shot altering winds.
Category: Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 10 ½ Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108
This independent library first opened – in part – as a literary society and educational repository in the early 19th century. Today, it houses a members-only research library, although visitors are permitted to tour the Reading Room, view books on the first two floors (some were once owned by George Washington), and...
Category: Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: 539 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Located on four acres, this popular destination has a gallery, several small theaters and a 23,000 square foot "Cyclorama," a large space now devoted to antique shows, exhibits, performances and other events. It's home to the Community Music Center of Boston, the Art Connection, the Boston Ballet Costume Shop, and a...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Boston Attractions & Activities
Address: School St at Washington St, Boston, MA 02108
This million-dollar memorial park was unveiled in 1998 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Irish Famine. The memorial exists thanks to the tireless efforts of Boston's Irish community. Its bronze statues depict dedicated, enduring Irish families and offers a nod to the fortitude of the Irish in America. Since...
