Boston Travel Stories

Jun 30, 2025 • 10 min read

You'll find historic sites, a vibrant art scene and architectural icons in Boston's top neighborhoods.

Jun 25, 2025 • 7 min read

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

Jun 18, 2025 • 7 min read

Beacon Hill is Boston's oldest quarter and home to some of its most famous landmarks. Here's a guide to exploring the neighborhood.

Jun 6, 2025 • 6 min read

Choosing between the jewel of New England and the pride of the Midwest? Our local writers give you their totally biased views.

Apr 29, 2025 • 7 min read

Here’s how to see the best of this historic and lively city without spending a dime.

Oct 15, 2024 • 7 min read

From nation-shaping history to world-class cultural venues, Boston and Philadelphia have a lot in common. So how do you choose between them?

Oct 11, 2024 • 7 min read

With so much to see and do in Boston, it can be tricky to know where to start. How about with our ultimate weekend itinerary?

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.

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 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

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 2, 2023 • 9 min read

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

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,…