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Things to Do in Boston

Mario Testino: British Royal Portraits

Photography Exhibit

Mario Testino: British Royal Portraits - Photography Exhibit in Boston.
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May 20–Jun 16, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts “Mario Testino: British Royal Portraits” showcases images of the royal family, from Diana, Princess of Wales, and Prince Charles, to their sons, William and Harry, and, most recently, the engagement portraits of Prince William and Kate Middleton ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Boston Esplanade

Live Music Venue / Park

Boston Esplanade - Live Music Venue | Outdoor Activity | Park in Boston.
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Party Earth Review A six-mile stretch of trails offering spectacular views along the Charles River, the Boston Esplanade is a year-round destination for Bostonians of all stripes. Early morning sees suited bicycle commuters and joggers passing each other on the picturesque riverbank, while later in the day, fit young professionals take to ... more

Along the Charles River between the Longfellow Bridge and Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02108

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Frank Santorelli's Hawaiian Comedy Luau

Comedy Show / Stand-Up Comedy

Frank Santorelli
  • Gallery
  • Videos

May 20, 2013 8:30 pm Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault Nationally known in more countries than Slovakia, he has been a headliner at some of the world's most famous comedy clubs, with venues such as Catch a Rising Star, The Improv, and Caroline's on Broadway to name a few. And Mr. Santorelli ... more

124 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116

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North End

Outdoor Activity

North End - Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.
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Party Earth Review Home to Boston’s vibrant Italian district and many historic landmarks, the North End and its narrow cobblestone streets draw everyone from pasta lovers and tourists to wine-drinking partiers. Though gentrification has attracted a growing number of young professionals, the small neighborhood is still home to a high concentration ... more

I-93 and Commercial Street
form the rough boundaries of the North End

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Art of the White Mountains

Art Exhibit

Art of the White Mountains - Art Exhibit in Boston.
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May 20–Jul 7, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts “Art of the White Mountains” examines the allure of the area for artists for over a century and a half. Works ranging from exquisite sketches of the region’s flora and geological formations to panoramic vistas of the vast landscape will be ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Harvard Square

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Harvard Square - Landmark | Outdoor Activity | Square in Boston.
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Party Earth Review Located in the center of Cambridge, Harvard Square is a fun and happening area with a past that draws tourists and local history buffs alike. The spot in which Washington took control of the Continental Army, and the home of Harvard University, the nation’s oldest college, nowadays the Square is more of a commercial and ... more

HSBA: 18 Brattle Street, Suite 352
Boston, MA 02138

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New Blue And White

Art Exhibit

Museum of Fine Arts - Museum in Boston.
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May 20–Jul 14, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts "Blue and white" means, at its simplest, cobalt pigment applied to white clay. Over the course of a millennium, blue-and-white porcelain has become one of the most recognized types of ceramic production worldwide. With roots in the Islamic world ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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The Beehive

Bar / Jazz Club / Music Venue

The Beehive - Bar | Jazz Club | Music Venue | Restaurant in Boston.
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Party Earth Review An upscale bohemian bar and eatery featuring live jazz, The Beehive is a South End staple popular with music lovers, young professionals, and artistic types looking for sophisticated fun. Located in the Boston Center for the Arts building, the split-level venue boasts a shabby chic décor featuring distressed white brick ... more

541 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116

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Divine Depictions: Korean Buddhist Pa...

Art Exhibit

Museum of Fine Arts - Museum in Boston.
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May 20–Jun 23, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts The official philosophy of Korea’s Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) was Confucianism. Buddhism was suppressed during this period, but in practice, many, including the royal family, continued to believe in Buddhism and to support temples financially ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Boston Common

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Boston Common - Landmark | Outdoor Activity | Park in Boston.
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Party Earth Review The oldest public park in the country, Boston Common is a year-round gathering point for Bostonians of every stripe. Founded in 1634, the fifty-acre expanse of green is a favorite hangout in warm weather, when students, young professionals, and lovers show up to stroll through the picturesque Public Gardens, picnic on the ... more

151 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02108

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Ridley Howard: Fields and Stripes

Art Exhibit

Museum of Fine Arts - Museum in Boston.
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May 20–Oct 27, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts Since graduating from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA 1999), Ridley Howard has explored how 21st-century painting might capture intense yet oblique emotion. He pares down color and geometry into delicately composed portraits, landscapes ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Sacco's Bowl Haven

Bar / Bowling Alley / Restaurant

Sacco's Bowl Haven - Bar | Bowling Alley | Restaurant in Boston.
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Party Earth Review A hidden gem with a cult following of hip young locals, Sacco’s Bowl Haven offers a unique old-school night out at equally old-school prices. First opened in 1939, the venue has retained its original focus on candlepin bowling, though new owners have updated the place by adding a wood-fired pizza parlor and alcohol – an ... more

45 Day Street
Somerville, MA 02144

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Looking for things to do in Boston? Well, there’s that little Red Sox thing, but if baseball doesn’t do it for you (keep that to yourself!) the social scene keeps on kicking with plenty of things to do and outdoor activities, from jogging along the Charles River and brunching on Tremont Street to visiting historical plazas and landmarks like Paul Revere’s house or the Bunker Hill Monument.

Usually bustling no matter the season, Boston really flourishes once the weather warms up and everyone descends on Cattle Island beach to roll in the sand, the Boston Common park to have a picnic, or do their best Tom Brady imitations while playing flag football along the Esplanade.

The city’s famed red brick Freedom Trail leads walkers past fifteen historical landmarks including the USS Constitution and the State House, while tourists are practically obligated to stop in for a pint at the Bull and Finch bar before posing for a photo in front of its façade, made famous in the 80s as the face of the bar on the sitcom Cheers.

There is no Happy Hour in Boston, but that doesn’t stop the endless array of neighborhood watering holes from enticing with great food and drink specials, so those heading out into the Boston nightlife can easily start with a few cheap pints.

If shopping is on the radar, shoppers can peruse the high-end designer boutiques on chic Newbury Street, or check out the handmade goods and farmers’ market fare at the SoWa Market on Sundays, perfect for finding both an outfit for a night out and the ingredients for homemade clam chowder.

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  1. Lucas

    Sports? Pub crawls? Rowdy bars? Good beer? Then check out these suggestions from Lucas:

    Kings - Bar | Bowling Alley | Pool Hall | Restaurant in Boston.

    Kings

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    Felt - Bar | Lounge | Nightclub | Pool Hall in Boston.

    Felt

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    Boston Beer Works - Brewery | Restaurant | Sports Bar in Boston.

    Boston Beer Works

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    Faneuil Hall - Landmark | Nightlife Area | Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.

    Faneuil Hall

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    Lucas Likes: Beer Sports Rowdy Casual Anything goes Bar Flirty

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  2. Adriana

    Exclusive hotspots? Chic crowds? Bottle service? Posh shopping? Then check out these suggestions from Adriana:

    Newbury Street - Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.

    Newbury Street

    Outdoor Activity / Shopping Area

    SoWa Open Market - Market | Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.

    SoWa Open Market

    Market / Outdoor Activity

    Les Zygomates - Jazz Bar | Restaurant | Wine Bar in Boston.

    Les Zygomates

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    Felt - Bar | Lounge | Nightclub | Pool Hall in Boston.

    Felt

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    Adriana Likes: Exclusive Nightclub Fashion Forward Shopping Jetsetter Lounge Hotel Bar High End / Exclusive

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  3. Jonah

    Eclectic crowds? Authentic bars? Live music? Nothing mainstream? Then check out these suggestions from Jonah:

    Harvard Square - Landmark | Outdoor Activity | Square in Boston.

    Harvard Square

    Landmark / Outdoor Activity

    Charlie’s Kitchen - Beer Garden | Dive Bar | Live Music Venue | Restaurant in Boston.

    Charlie’s Kitchen

    Beer Garden / Dive Bar

    SoWa Open Market - Market | Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.

    SoWa Open Market

    Market / Outdoor Activity

    Boston Esplanade - Live Music Venue | Outdoor Activity | Park in Boston.

    Boston Esplanade

    Live Music Venue / Outdoor Activity

    Jonah Likes: Live Music Eclectic Indie Alternative Non-mainstream Laid back Conversational Creative / Art / Music Types

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  4. Emma

    Amazing drink deals? Unpretentious crowds? Karaoke with friends? Dancing all night? Then check out these suggestions from Emma:

    Kings - Bar | Bowling Alley | Pool Hall | Restaurant in Boston.

    Kings

    Bar / Bowling Alley

    Union Oyster House - Culture | Historic Bar | Restaurant in Boston.

    Union Oyster House

    Culture / Historic Bar

    Boston Esplanade - Live Music Venue | Outdoor Activity | Park in Boston.

    Boston Esplanade

    Live Music Venue / Outdoor Activity

    Boston Common - Landmark | Outdoor Activity | Park in Boston.

    Boston Common

    Landmark / Outdoor Activity

    Emma Likes: Happy Hour Culture Dancing Lively Budget-friendly Sightseeing Party Groups

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Harvard Square - Landmark | Outdoor Activity | Square in Boston.
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Faneuil Hall - Landmark | Nightlife Area | Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.
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South End

SoWa Open Market - Market | Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.
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North End

North End - Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.
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  • Improv Asylum

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Free Things To Do in Boston

North End - Outdoor Activity | Shopping Area in Boston.

North End

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