By David Thyberg
Boston is the largest, most important city in New England. This urban metropolis is famous for its historical importance, having been the site of major events like the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Boston Tea Party and Paul Revere's Midnight Ride. Home to early American architecture, the oldest park in the country, a legendary baseball team and numerous waterfront boat rides, Boston has plenty to offer.
Freedom Trail
Start your hike along the Freedom Trail at Boston Common, the oldest park in the United States. This trail stretches through the city for 2 1/2 miles, taking visitors past some of the most notable sites in American history. Walk past the Paul Revere House and the Old North Church, where lanterns where famously lit to warn of a British invasion. Tourists will also stroll past the Old South Meeting House, where the Boston Tea Party was planned. With 16 points of interest along the way and costumed characters bringing the historical events to life, it takes one or two hours to complete this hike.
Fenway Park
Fenway Park is one of the oldest ballparks in major league baseball. Home of the Boston Red Sox, this legendary stadium was constructed in 1912. While the park itself is the smallest in the nation, no player has ever hit a home run over the towering right-field wall. Tours of this historic ballpark start at Gate D seven days a week, with the last round of tours departing three hours before game time. Better yet, catch a Red Sox game while you are in town and take in the old-time sporting atmosphere.
New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium is one of the finest in the world, housing more than 7,000 fish and aquatic creatures. The highlight of the aquarium is a massive ocean tank in the center of the building. It holds more than 200,000 gallons of water and an authentic replica of a coral reef. Scuba divers can be seen descending into the depths of the tank throughout the day to feed the sharks in order to keep them from preying on the smaller fish in the tank. Check out the sea otters and freshwater exhibits, and learn about the history of Boston Harbor. Whale-watching tours are also available. The Voyager tour boats take guests out past the harbor for a few hours on the ocean, providing up-close views of these giant mammals in their natural habitat.
About the Author:
David Thyberg began his writing career in 2007. He is a professional writer, editor and translator. Thyberg has been published in various newspapers, websites and magazines. He enjoys writing about social issues, travel, music and sports. Thyberg holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pittsburgh Honors College with a certificate in Spanish and Latin American studies.
