2 Days in Boston: Taste of Culture, Cuisine and Coastline

Start your weekend early and take the morning flight to Boston. The airport is conveniently located, within 10 minutes of the downtown city center. I recommend Yotel, located in the Seaport neighborhood. Drop off your luggage with the hotel staff. Indulge in a delightful breakfast or brunch at Tatte, a popular local eatery.

Next, take a short walk to Boston Common where you'll meet up for the Freedom Trail tour at the Visitors Center. This 2-hour immersive walking tour experience will take you through the city's rich history. Stop at some of Boston's historic sites, including Boston Common, Granary Burying Ground, the Boston Massacre site and Paul Revere's House. You'll learn about the American Revolution and the city's role in shaping the nation.

Upon completing the tour, head back to the hotel to freshen up. Enjoy stunning sunset city views and refreshing drinks at Deck 12, on Yotel’s rooftop. The day concludes with a delectable dinner at Committee, a renowned local Greek-fusion restaurant a couple blocks from the hotel. If you happen to be traveling over the winter holidays, you might be in town for Snowport, a pop-up holiday village for dessert.

Recap

Morning:

• Arrive at hotel

• Breakfast/Brunch at Tatte near Boston Common

Afternoon:

• Freedom Trail Tour at Boston Common Visitors Center

Evening:

• Drinks at Deck 12

• Dinner at Committee

Start your day with breakfast at Lakon Patisserie and Coffee. They offer beautiful pastries that look almost too good to eat, and are well-known for their tiramisu latte. Explore the Seaport neighborhood and stroll along the waterfront.

Next, immerse yourself in the history of the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. This interactive museum offers a captivating journey back in time, allowing you to experience the events of December 16, 1773. The tour typically lasts around 90 minutes and takes you through a series of exhibits and reenactments. You'll learn about the political tensions, the role of the Sons of Liberty and the dramatic events that led to the Boston Tea Party. You'll even get to "dump tea" overboard, and become one of the Sons of Liberty (albeit 250 years too late.)

After you’ve worked up an appetite for committing “treason”, savor a classic New England clam chowder at Union Oyster House. No need to wait for a table. Order it to go and enjoy it ‘ al fresco’ on the benches nearby. Afterward, explore the vibrant Faneuil Hall Marketplace. If you're still hungry, indulge in a mouthwatering lobster roll at a food counter, like Neptune Oyster or Pauli's, both famous seafood restaurants in the North End.

Spend the rest of your afternoon wandering around and exploring all that the neighborhoods have to offer. A few recommendations:

• The Gardner museum

• Harvard in Cambridge

• The original “Cheers” bar

• Beacon Hill, a historic neighborhood known for its charming cobblestone streets, federal-style architecture and gaslit lamps. While primarily residential, Charles Street offers a variety of shops, restaurants and cafes. Acorn Street, one of America's most photographed streets, is a must-visit for its picturesque beauty.

For dinner, check out one of the many Italian restaurants in the North End neighborhood — you can’t walk down Hanover Street without seeing all your options. We ended up choosing Villa Francesca. It was delicious! Finally, cap off the evening with a sweet treat from Bova's, Mike's Pastry or Modern Pastry. All are very popular, so expect a line.

Recap

Morning:

• Breakfast at Lakon Patisserie and Coffee

• Tea Party Museum

Afternoon:

• Union Oyster House

• Explore Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Evening:

• Dinner & desserts in the North End neighborhood.