Founded on the Shawmut Peninsula in 1630 by Puritan settlers from England, the port city of Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the oldest cities in the United States.
The scene of several key events of the American Revolution, such as the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Bunker Hill, the city has retained a quintessential blend of colonial history and cutting-edge innovation, from the charming cobblestones of Beacon Hill, the civic landmarks along the Freedom Trail, the iconic grounds of Harvard University, and Fenway Park, the oldest ballpark in MLB, home to the Boston Red Sox.
A very cosmopolitan city with a wide range of diverse neighborhoods, performing arts, special events, and high-end shopping and, Boston is often labeled as the walking city because much of the historic centre and main attractions are within walking distance.
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Boston Attractions
Freedom Trail
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile-long path through downtown Boston, that passes by 16 locations significant to the history of the United States, as it winds between Boston Common to the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown.
These include Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”), Massachusetts State House, Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre site and many more.
Boston Common
Founded in 1634, Boston Common is the oldest city park in the United States.
Boston Common
It was here that the Colonial militia mustered for the Revolution, and in 1768 that British Redcoats began an eight-year encampment. George Washington, John Adams and General Lafayette all came here to celebrate the nation's independence.
Bunker Hill Monument
The Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, during the Siege of Boston, was the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. This seminal event is now commemorated by Bunker Hill Monument, a 221-foot (67 m) granite obelisk.
Bunker Hill Monument
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Named by the nation’s fathers as “The Cradle of Liberty”, Faneuil Hall Marketplace today serves as a bustling retail, special events and festival marketplace.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
The Massachusetts State House
The Massachusetts State House is the state capitol and seat of government for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston.
Massachusetts State House
Paul Revere House
Paul Revere was a Patriot in the American Revolution, best known for his midnight ride to alert the colonial militia of the approach of British forces before the battles of Lexington and Concord.
USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”)
Launched in 1797, The USS Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat. The ship is in dry dock in the Charlestown Navy Yard, right in front of the USS Constitution Museum.
USS Constitution Old Ironsides
Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo is open year round except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Fenway Park (Baseball)
Fenway Park is home to the Boston Red Sox, Boston’s only MLB team.
New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium is a public aquarium located Central Wharf, Boston.
Boston Dog Parks
Logan Airport
Logan International Airport[4][5] (IATA: BOS, ICAO: KBOS, FAA LID: BOS), officially known as General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport and also commonly known as Boston Logan International Airport or simply Logan Airport, is an international airport in the East Boston neighborhood of Boston.
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Public Transportation Pet Policies Boston, MA
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
Both small and large dogs are allowed on the Boston T.
Small dogs may be transported in a carrier.
Larger dogs may be taken on the T during off-peak hours and must be leashed and controlled at all times.
At no time should a pet compromise safety, get in a passenger's way or occupy a seat.
The T provides access to the city center from most surrounding towns and neighborhoods.
The subway is both underground and above ground, depending on the line and location along the route.
The same rules apply to the T buses as well, which can be a great option for you and your pet to travel on.
