About Boston
Boston serves as the capital of the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. This city was founded by Puritan colonists from England in 1630 and is one of the oldest and historically significant cities in the United States. Several major events related to the American Revolution took place in the city like the Boston Tea Party, the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Siege of Boston. It is thus a major tourist attraction for people worldwide, famous for its culture and scenic beauty apart from the history it beholds.
Places to visit in Boston
- Museum of Fine Arts: If you are into the fineness of art, then the Museum of Fine Arts is a tourist destination you cannot miss. The magnificent neoclassical building of this museum on Huntington Avenue has the most comprehensive art collections in the world. The collections comprise art pieces ranging from Greek, Native American, and Egyptian civilisations, as well as some of the best art pieces from some of the most famous artists of the contemporary world. The museum galleries are lavishly ornamental, much like the European palaces of medieval and early modern India. When you visit the museum, do not miss some of the finest drip-painting abstract expressionist works of the American painter, Jackson Pollock.
- Freedom Trail: The Freedom Trail is another famous tourist attraction. It is a route through which you will see 16 historically significant landmarks that were pivotal in the American War of Independence and the civil liberty movement. You will pass through Colonial and Revolutionary War sites and will also encounter attractions which are related to the American fight for independence, such as the USS Constitution (which played a major role during the war of 1812). You will also pass through historical neighbourhoods like Charlestown and Beacon Hill and the famous Faneuil Hall. Notably, Faneuil Hall is a major marketplace which has also been the scene of many historical activities which is a must-visit on this route.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum: As the name suggests, Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum brings to life the events leading up to the American Revolution. This immersive 1-hour guided tour consisting of costumed actors and hi-tech interactive displays will bring to life before your eyes the night of December 1773 as you see the Sons of Liberty begin the American Revolution with their “Tea Party” in Boston harbour.
- Beacon Hill: Beacon Hill is located right in the middle of where the first Europeans settled. This charming neighbourhood is filled with elegant Federal-period mansions and cobblestone streets lined with gas lamps. This is one of the most important neighbourhoods in Boston’s history. Apart from finding the Freedom Trail and Black Heritage sites here, you must also know that this area was once home to people who played a major role in the abolition of slavery and the establishment of equal rights.
Boston Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport, also known as Boston Airport (BOS), is located 3 miles (around 4.8 km) from downtown Boston in East Boston. It is a major international airport which serves the city of Boston. There are a total number of 4 terminals in this airport which are connected by shuttle bus services. You will find regular bus and taxi services connecting this airport to the city of Boston. There are also more than 10 car rental services available from this airport.
There are many facilities which Boston Airport provides to its passengers. These include currency exchange services, ATM services, restaurants and cafes, shops, pet relief areas, family restrooms and hydration stations.