BOSTON VISITORS' GUIDE

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PLAN YOUR BOSTON ADVENTURE When visiting Boston, you'll discover neighborhoods with distinct character, quaint brownstone-lined streets, the beloved Red Sox, and big-city entertainment. Begin your Boston adventure planning here. Back Bay | Beacon Hill | Chinatown | Faneuil Hall | Fenway/Kenmore Fort Point | Harvard Square | South End | North End

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HOTELS

• Boston Harbor Hotel

  The Boston Harbor Hotel is one of the finest hotels...More

• The Charles Hotel

  This nine-story brick hotel... More

• Four Seasons Hotel

  Many hotels offer exquisite service... More

ATTRACTIONS

• Museum of Science

  For the ultimate pain-free educational experience... More

• Paul Revere House

  One of the most pleasant stops on the Freedom Trail... More

• Museum of Fine Arts

  One of the world's great art museums... More

RESTAURANTS

• Durgin-Park

  For huge portions of delicious food... More

• L'Espalier

  Dinner at L'Espalier is a unique experience... More

• Legal Sea Foods

  Out-of-towners sometimes react suspiciously... More

NIGHTLIFE

• Scullers Jazz Club

  Overlooking the Charles River, Scullers is a lovely... More

• Regattabar

  The Regattabar's selection of local... More

• Club Passim

  Passim has launched more careers than... More

SHOPPING

• International Poster Gallery

  Yes, posters are art -- as you'll see... More

• Joie de Vivre

  When I'm stumped for a present for a person... More

• Brookline Booksmith

  The huge, varied selection makes this store a... More

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