Boston Travel Stories

Sep 7, 2024 • 7 min read

Whether you prefer to walk the trail at your own pace or join a guided tour, here's how to follow Boston's Freedom Trail from start to finish.

Jul 16, 2024 • 10 min read

From gleaming storefronts and bars to historical sites and districts packed with international culture, these are Boston's best neighborhoods.

Jun 5, 2024 • 5 min read

Explore Boston by bike with this guide to the city's best off-road routes, its local bike-share program and top safety tips.

Mar 2, 2024 • 7 min read

From incredible culture and delicious cuisine to walking tours and front row at the ballgame, here are the top 11 things to do in Boston in 2024.

Mar 1, 2024 • 6 min read

Here’s what to do in winter in each of Boston’s 23 ‘hoods — and in the city’s centerpiece Boston Harbor

Feb 14, 2024 • 6 min read

Bostonians don’t let the weather stop us, even in the coldest months

Sep 13, 2023 • 6 min read

The gem of the Midwest, or the jewel of New England? A pair of passionate writers weighs in on each.

Jun 7, 2023 • 7 min read

From navigating the streets to understanding the social dynamics, here is everything you need to know before you visit Boston.

Jun 7, 2023 • 9 min read

Beantown may be expensive but you don't have to break the bank when you visit. Here are 13 tips and tricks to experience the best of Boston on a budget.

Jun 7, 2023 • 6 min read

From riding the T to using the city's bike-share scheme, here are the best ways to get around in Boston.

Jun 2, 2023 • 9 min read

Boston engages kids of all ages. Here are the best things to do there as a family.

May 27, 2023 • 3 min read

Though summer is arguably Boston’s high season, this New England city is still buzzing through the winter and its two shoulder seasons.

May 23, 2023 • 6 min read

Many of New England's best places to visit are just a day trip from Boston. These are some of our favorites.

Dec 26, 2022 • 4 min read

Lonely Planet senior director of content Laura Motta shares some tips and pics from her recent time in Boston’s gleaming Seaport neighborhood.

Aug 25, 2022 • 9 min read

Boston is one of America’s most LGBTIQ+ friendly cities with a large queer community actively shaping the city's future.

May 14, 2022 • 6 min read

Take a break from the crowded downtown streets and discover another side of Boston. Here are some of our favorite Boston city parks.

Sep 24, 2020 • 5 min read

Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend getaway or an easy family vacation destination, escape to these top destinations in the Northeast.

Sep 30, 2019 • 4 min read

From the country's first university to the movement for independence, Boston has long been a city of innovation and learning, revolution and change.

Aug 28, 2019 • 3 min read

From interfaith chapels to nursing pods, airports around the U.S. offer a variety of private, quiet areas for spiritual rejuvenation, emotional grounding or…

Aug 23, 2019 • 5 min read

With 32 cities to chose from, picking the best destination to watch an NFL game can be hard. Here's our list of the top locales to visit, broken up by division…

Jul 28, 2019 • 6 min read

If you’ve ever been to a baseball game, you’ve probably sung the sport’s anthem: ‘Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks.’ How very passé. These days,…

Jul 25, 2019 • 5 min read

Taking your baby away for the first time is a big milestone and choosing the right destination is key to making the trip a success. Unless you are super…