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Best time of year to visit Boston
Massachusetts’ capital is rather busy year round, but May through October is considered to be the best time to visit Boston. Despite high prices and hordes of tourists, you can enjoy baseball games, open markets, whale watching, and seafood. A period between November and February can be cold and snowy, but that comes with moderate prices and almost desertlike streets. It's a perfect time for sledding or watching frozen waves, just don't forget to bring a warm coat! Known as the rainy season, March through early May can be rather cold but don't worry, great deals, raining poetry, and fiddleheads for dinner will warmly welcome you.
19 THINGS TO DO IN BOSTON (JULY 02 - JULY 11)
Raining Poetry
Rainy weather reveals secret poetry that covers much of the city center
Island Hopping
The islands of Boston Harbour conceal abandoned forts, ancient lighthouses, and many other surprises
SoWa Open Markets
Boston's South End Open Market takes food shopping to another level
Baseball and the Red Sox
Visiting Boston without seeing the Red Sox is just unforgivable
Boston Harbor Cruises
Boston Harbor has all kinds of cruises on offer
Visit America's Oldest Lighthouse
An ancient lighthouse overlooked by the Boston city skyline—a real trip for romantics
Lobster
During lobster season seafood is particularly succulent
Boston Harborfest
Naval ship cruising, historical reenactments, walking tours, and concerts—tonnes of fun and all for free!
4th of July Fireworks & Parade
Enjoy the holiday in the city where the Declaration of Independence was proclaimed on July 18, 1776
Whale Watching
Cruising in Boston Harbour is twice as enjoyable when your companions are dolphins, whales, and seabirds
Concerts in the Courtyard
Summer courtyard concerts—free of charge
Clams
Clams come fresh, steamed, baked, fried, breaded, and in clam chowder—one has no excuse to abstain from this divine delight
Bocce
This ancient bowling game which comes from the Roman Empire is nowadays quite popular in Boston
Beach Season
If you don't mind frigid waters, you can enjoy a nice beach weekend
Charles River Kayaking
Boston is one of those lucky cities that can be observed by boat
Boston’s Historic Trails
The glorious history of freedom-loving Bostonians lives on the city's numerous heritage trails
Cycling
While the overcrowded downtown is slightly problematic for bicycles, scenic suburbian trails are perfect for the activity
Swan Boats
A short-lasting voyage does magic: passengers come back revitalised, relaxed, and feeling great!
Singing Beach
Shuffle the sand and listen to the magic sounds of this beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea near Boston
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St Anthony Feast
This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot
Charles Canoe and Kayak Races
Check out the action on the Charles River in spring and autumn when Boston hosts two famous water races
Boston Marathon
Runners from all over the world come to Boston to partake in its most famous athletic competition
Fiddleheads
Have you ever tried eating ferns? In Boston, this green delicacy is quite a popular ingredient
Boston Book Festival (BBF)
The goal of this festival is to stimulate, agitate, unite, delight, and inspire with the power of words
Frozen Waves
This unusual phenomenon is a great reason to visit an island of Nantucket when temperature drops
Boston Calling Music Festival
Dance, laugh and enjoy a great music festival at the Harvard Athletic Complex
Boston Pride Parade
The most important event for LGBT community
What the Fluff?
The abundance of yummy, fluffy delicacies makes for a true paradise for anyone with an appetite for sweets
Oysters
Oysters never taste better than during harvest season
Fall Foliage
A leisurely stroll in Boston's parks is a delightful autumn experience
Spring Blooms
Boston is particularly charming and colourful during the spring flower blooming period
Independent Film Festival Boston (IFFBoston)
Watch about 100 new films and meet film-makers
Restaurant Week Boston (Dine Out Boston)
Choose the place that fits your budget and your appetite
Boston Pizza Festival
Prepare yourself for a dough-filled weekend
Boston Comedy Festival
The best multi-day comedy event in New England
Japan Festival Boston
Passing on Japanese traditions have never been this fun
Sledding
Boston's hilly terrain promises great winter fun
St. Patrick's Day Parade
A huge celebration of everything green
Boston Dragon Boat Festival
Charles River gets crowded with elegant dragon boats as well as live music and entertainment
