Family Fun

Looking for a terrific family vacation? Look no further than Boston! From tots to teens the city will entertain, educate and have you all smiling from one day to the next.  

Be sure to introduce yourselves to the Mallard family (of the Make Way for Ducklings fame) and take the timeless ride on the ever-graceful Swan Boats in the Public Garden lagoon. If it’s summertime the kids can cool off at Frog Pond (frog-less today) or cut some figure eights ice skating during winter.

Life in a gold fish bowl takes of a new dimension at the New England Aquarium and if you’re extremely aquatic interested schedule a Behind-the-Scenes-Tour and for sensory overload check out an IMAX film. The Museum of Science will knock your socks off (sneakers too!) with over 400 hands-on minds-on exhibits, giant movies, high-tech celestial adventures and laser shows mixing music and techno-artistry. “Don’t touch!” is never heard at the Boston Children’s Museum. Remember to stop by the Recycle Shop and fill a bag or two with great stuff to bring back to the hotel for “quiet time.” Got Milk? Look for the Hood Milk Bottle- it’s 40 feet tall, can hold 58,620 gallons and today serves a lot more than just milk.

There are tours designed just for little feet and tours for tired feet on trolleys and “ducks.” You can take the liberty of exploring the Freedom Trail in whatever manner you choose-starting and ending wherever you want. The Black Heritage Trail can also be tailored to meet your family’s needs. Maybe it’s pedal-powered tours that suit your family. Bikes, helmets and water are all available-with or without guides.

Like fast rides and great views? Take Skywalk elevator –up 50 floors in 32 seconds- for incredible views of Boston and beyond.

For sports enthusiasts take a tour of Fenway Park, take a photo with Red Auerbach and cross the Boston Marathon’s Finish Line on Boylston Street (between Dartmouth and Exeter Streets.)

There are numerous parks and playgrounds throughout Boston-just made for time-outs or a game of Frisbee or catch. For lots of green space and lots of exotic animals from around the world, head to the Franklin Park Zoo. Or hit the high seas for whale watching, canoe-paddling or island hopping among the Boston Harbor Island National Park.

If you’re looking for family fun, Boston is full of it!  Visit What to Do for more family fun options.