Boston For Dummies^®, 4th Edition

by Marie Morris

• ISBN13: 9780470177273
• ISBN10: 0470177276
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2007-09-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

From Faneuil Hall to Fenway Park, Harvard Square to Beacon Hill, Boston is as beloved for its centuries of history as it is for its sparkling contemporary culture. It's also a very doable-and enticing-vacation destination. This user-friendly guide is packed with all the info travelers need for a memorable trip to Beantown, including: Helpful tips and tons of maps for getting around by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, and car On-the-money shopping tips by neighborhood and type of store Great day trip itineraries for historic hotspots and seaside havens including Concord, Salem, Gloucester, and Rockport Whale watching, historic landmarks, dining out, nightlife, and more Like every For Dummies travel guide, Boston For Dummies, Fourth Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn't miss - and what you can skip The best restaurants and hotels for every budget Lots of detailed maps

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introducing Boston

Discovering the Best of Boston

Digging Deeper into Boston

Deciding When to Go

Managing Your Money

Planning Your Trip to Boston

Getting to Boston

Catering to Special Travel Needs or Interests

Taking Care of the Remaining Details

Settling Into Boston

Arriving and Getting Oriented

Checking In at Boston's Best Hotels

Dining and Snacking in Boston

Exploring Boston

Discovering Boston's Best Attractions

Shopping the Local Stores

Following an Itinerary: Seven Great Options

Going Beyond Boston: Four Day Trips

Living It Up after Dark: Boston Nightlife

Applauding the Cultural Scene

Hitting the Clubs and Bars

The Part of Tens

The Top Ten Ways Not to Look Like a Tourist

The Top Ten Free (or Almost Free) Activities

The Top Ten Things to Do in Bad Weather

Appendix: Quick Concierge

Index

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