Charles River

Things to Do

Our museums are renowned! Our attractions are fun and dynamic! View great works of art, toss tea into Boston Harbor, see the city from 50 floors up,...

Nightlife

If you enjoy a lively night-on-the-town or simply sitting cozy at a piano bar - whatever your...

Performing Arts & Entertainment

Boston's cultural calendar is seemingly infinite. Mellow jazz clubs, rock concerts, Mozart...

Sightseeing, Tours & Trails

City trolley tours, fall foliage tours, brew pub tours, sports tours, harbor tours, ghost...

Shopping

Professional Sports

Sports & Recreation

Sample Itineraries

Free Things to Do

Great Deals

Hotels

Boston, Cambridge and Greater Boston offer a wide selection of accommodations to meet your needs and tastes, from luxury downtown properties to...

Back Bay Hotels

Boston's Back Bay provides a variety of hotels to choose from - the intimate hip boutique hotel...

Downtown Hotels

Downtown offers a variety of hotels for your choosing – Corporate hotel chains to the latest...

Hotels Near Fenway Park

Find a hotel in the neighborhoods surrounding Fenway Park

Seaport District Hotels

Bed & Breakfasts, Small Inns

Economy & University Lodging

Apartments & Short Term Rentals

Vacation Rentals

Reservations Services

Restaurants

Brunch

Our chefs are cooking up all your brunch favorites along with some special surprises using the freshest ingredients of the season

Outdoor Dining

Enjoy amazing waterfront views on the harbor or watch for people and fashion on Newbury Street...

Seafood Restaurants

If you want a cup of traditional New England clam chowder, your options are endless. Want to...

Neighborhood Dining Guides

Each neighborhood in Boston offers a little flavor and flair of its own

Special Occasion Dining

Dine Out Boston

Events

Calendar of Events

The full calendar of events in Boston include sporting events, festivals, holiday happenings and more...

Paul's Picks

View handpicked activities and weekly highlights for your visit to the Boston area, chosen for...

Special Events

Each year Boston is host to many special events. Some are annual events others are one time.

Seasonal Activities

With four seasons, the activities and events in Boston vary greatly. Pick your season and find...

Plan Your Trip

Getting Here

By land, by sea, by air - whatever your choice, we'll help you find your way to Boston.

Getting Around

It may be "America's Walking City," but Boston also features an extensive transportation system...

Ground Transportation

You have options to get around the city, limo, bus, train - find the perfect transportation...

Weather

The weather in Boston is forever changing. Find typical weather information for all four...

Trip Ideas

Additional Resources

Maps

E Newsletter Signup

Videos (multi-lingual)

Parking

Business & Local Partners

About Boston

Why Should I Visit Boston

The best way to enjoy this compact, friendly and delightful city is to take to the streets - walk, explore, peruse and then relax...

Boston Area Maps

Interactive, MBTA, Commuter rail and Neighborhood maps

Boston Neighborhoods

The unique personality of each neighborhood can be found in the cuisine of the restaurants and...

The Seasons

In each season, a different feature of the city shines.

History of Boston

Cambridge Squares

Greater Boston Regions

HUBa HUBa Blog

Boston Store

Things to Do

Museums & Attractions

Nightlife

Performing Arts & Entertainment

Sightseeing, Tours & Trails

The Freedom Trail

Native American Trail Project

Boston Equality Trail

Shopping

Professional Sports

Boston Red Sox

New England Patriots

Boston Bruins

Boston Celtics

Sports & Recreation

Sample Itineraries

Free Things to Do

Great Deals

Family-Friendly ValuePASS

Hotels

Back Bay Hotels

Downtown Hotels

Hotels Near Fenway Park

Seaport District Hotels

Bed & Breakfasts, Small Inns

Economy & University Lodging

Apartments & Short Term Rentals

Vacation Rentals

Reservations Services

Restaurants

Brunch

Outdoor Dining

Seafood Restaurants

Neighborhood Dining Guides

Back Bay

Downtown

North End

Seaport District

Special Occasion Dining

Dine Out Boston

Events

Calendar of Events

Paul's Picks

Special Events

Dine Out Boston

4th of July

Boston Marathon

Boston Pride Festival

Boston Wine Festival

Head of the Charles

St. Patrick's Day

Patriot's Day

First Night First Day

Seasonal Activities

Plan Your Trip

Getting Here

International Travel Information

Logan Airport

Getting Around

Accessibility

Ground Transportation

Weather

Trip Ideas

Families

Culture Enthusiast

A Day of History

Sports Day

Foodies

Shopping Day

Outdoor Enthusiast

Beyond Boston

Additional Resources

Visitor Information Centers

Maps

Boston Neighorhood Map

MBTA "T" Map

Commuter Rail Map

E Newsletter Signup

Videos (multi-lingual)

English (UK) Videos

Chinese Language Videos

Portuguese Language Videos

Japanese Language Videos

Parking

Business & Local Partners

About Boston

Why Should I Visit Boston

Boston Area Maps

Boston Neighborhoods

The Seasons

Summer

Fall

Winter

Spring

Holiday Season

History of Boston

Cambridge Squares

Greater Boston Regions

HUBa HUBa Blog

About HUBa HUBa Blog

Boston Store

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Meeting Professionals

Hotels, Convention Centers and Venues

Hotels with Meetings Space

All Hotels

Convention Centers

Conference Centers

Unique Event Sites

Restaurants

Sporting Facilities

Submit an RFP

Convention Services RFP

Destination Resources

Why Boston

Boston Firsts

Navigating Boston

Meeting and Event Suppliers

Boston Interactive Map

Media Library

Request Photos

Boston Copy

Promotional Materials

Destination Planner's Directory

Sales and Services Staff

Travel Trade

Group-Friendly Businesses

Attractions & Museums

Dining Options

Hotels

Shopping

Transportation & Motor Coaches

Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports

Student Performance Venues

Tour Guides & Receptive Operators

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Member Login

Meeting Professionals · Travel Trade · Members · Media · Member Login

Meeting Professionals

Hotels, Convention Centers and Venues

Hotels with Meetings Space

All Hotels

Convention Centers

Conference Centers

Unique Event Sites

Restaurants

Sporting Facilities

Submit an RFP

Convention Services RFP

Destination Resources

Why Boston

Boston Firsts

Navigating Boston

Meeting and Event Suppliers

Boston Interactive Map

Media Library

Request Photos

Boston Copy

Promotional Materials

Destination Planner's Directory

Sales and Services Staff

Travel Trade

Group-Friendly Businesses

Attractions & Museums

Dining Options

Hotels

Shopping

Transportation & Motor Coaches

Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports

Student Performance Venues

Tour Guides & Receptive Operators

City Services / Information

Destination Resources

Destination Planners Directory

Greater Boston Map

Navigating Boston

Promotional Materials

Motorcoach Information

Media Library

Photos

Boston Copy

Destination News

FAQ's

Members

Membership 101

Benefits

Member Testimonials

FAQs

Join The GBCVB

Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities

Advertising Specs

Web Advertising

Member Login

Member Directory

BostonUSA Member Badges

Dine Out Badges

About the GBCVB

Media

Media Library

Request Photos

Video Gallery

Boston In The News

What's New

Press Releases

Member Press Releases & Awards

Statistics & Reports

Hotel Openings & Statistics

Outlook & Regional Lodging Reports

Overseas Visitation

HUBa HUBa - BostonUSA Blog

Member Login

Things to Do

Museums & Attractions

Our museums are renowned! Our attractions are fun and dynamic! View great works of art, toss tea into Boston Harbor, see the city from 50 floors up,...

Nightlife

If you enjoy a lively night-on-the-town or simply sitting cozy at a piano bar - whatever your...

Performing Arts & Entertainment

Boston's cultural calendar is seemingly infinite. Mellow jazz clubs, rock concerts, Mozart...

Sightseeing, Tours & Trails

City trolley tours, fall foliage tours, brew pub tours, sports tours, harbor tours, ghost...

Shopping

Professional Sports

Sports & Recreation

Sample Itineraries

Free Things to Do

Great Deals

Hotels

Boston, Cambridge and Greater Boston offer a wide selection of accommodations to meet your needs and tastes, from luxury downtown properties to...

Back Bay Hotels

Boston's Back Bay provides a variety of hotels to choose from - the intimate hip boutique hotel...

Downtown Hotels

Downtown offers a variety of hotels for your choosing – Corporate hotel chains to the latest...

Hotels Near Fenway Park

Find a hotel in the neighborhoods surrounding Fenway Park

Seaport District Hotels

Bed & Breakfasts, Small Inns

Economy & University Lodging

Apartments & Short Term Rentals

Vacation Rentals

Reservations Services

Restaurants

Brunch

Our chefs are cooking up all your brunch favorites along with some special surprises using the freshest ingredients of the season

Outdoor Dining

Enjoy amazing waterfront views on the harbor or watch for people and fashion on Newbury Street...

Seafood Restaurants

If you want a cup of traditional New England clam chowder, your options are endless. Want to...

Neighborhood Dining Guides

Each neighborhood in Boston offers a little flavor and flair of its own

Special Occasion Dining

Dine Out Boston

Events

Calendar of Events

The full calendar of events in Boston include sporting events, festivals, holiday happenings and more...

Paul's Picks

View handpicked activities and weekly highlights for your visit to the Boston area, chosen for...

Special Events

Each year Boston is host to many special events. Some are annual events others are one time.

Seasonal Activities

With four seasons, the activities and events in Boston vary greatly. Pick your season and find...

Plan Your Trip

Getting Here

By land, by sea, by air - whatever your choice, we'll help you find your way to Boston.

Getting Around

It may be "America's Walking City," but Boston also features an extensive transportation system...

Ground Transportation

You have options to get around the city, limo, bus, train - find the perfect transportation...

Weather

The weather in Boston is forever changing. Find typical weather information for all four...

Trip Ideas

Additional Resources

Maps

E Newsletter Signup

Videos (multi-lingual)

Parking

Business & Local Partners

About Boston

Why Should I Visit Boston

The best way to enjoy this compact, friendly and delightful city is to take to the streets - walk, explore, peruse and then relax...

Boston Area Maps

Interactive, MBTA, Commuter rail and Neighborhood maps

Boston Neighborhoods

The unique personality of each neighborhood can be found in the cuisine of the restaurants and...

The Seasons

In each season, a different feature of the city shines.

History of Boston

Cambridge Squares

Greater Boston Regions

HUBa HUBa Blog

Boston Store

Things to Do

Museums & Attractions

Nightlife

Performing Arts & Entertainment

Sightseeing, Tours & Trails

The Freedom Trail

Native American Trail Project

Boston Equality Trail

Shopping

Professional Sports

Boston Red Sox

New England Patriots

Boston Bruins

Boston Celtics

Sports & Recreation

Sample Itineraries

Free Things to Do

Great Deals

Family-Friendly ValuePASS

Hotels

Back Bay Hotels

Downtown Hotels

Hotels Near Fenway Park

Seaport District Hotels

Bed & Breakfasts, Small Inns

Economy & University Lodging

Apartments & Short Term Rentals

Vacation Rentals

Reservations Services

Restaurants

Brunch

Outdoor Dining

Seafood Restaurants

Neighborhood Dining Guides

Back Bay

Downtown

North End

Seaport District

Special Occasion Dining

Dine Out Boston

Events

Calendar of Events

Paul's Picks

Special Events

Dine Out Boston

4th of July

Boston Marathon

Boston Pride Festival

Boston Wine Festival

Head of the Charles

St. Patrick's Day

Patriot's Day

First Night First Day

Seasonal Activities

Plan Your Trip

Getting Here

International Travel Information

Logan Airport

Getting Around

Accessibility

Ground Transportation

Weather

Trip Ideas

Families

Culture Enthusiast

A Day of History

Sports Day

Foodies

Shopping Day

Outdoor Enthusiast

Beyond Boston

Additional Resources

Visitor Information Centers

Maps

Boston Neighorhood Map

MBTA "T" Map

Commuter Rail Map

E Newsletter Signup

Videos (multi-lingual)

English (UK) Videos

Chinese Language Videos

Portuguese Language Videos

Japanese Language Videos

Parking

Business & Local Partners

About Boston

Why Should I Visit Boston

Boston Area Maps

Boston Neighborhoods

The Seasons

Summer

Fall

Winter

Spring

Holiday Season

History of Boston

Cambridge Squares

Greater Boston Regions

HUBa HUBa Blog

About HUBa HUBa Blog

Boston Store

Charles River

A couple gazes at the sailboats on the Charles River. The Charles River separates Boston and Cambridge and is wonderful for rowing, sailing and kayaking.