25 Boston Travel Tips! {What to Know BEFORE You Go}

Are you looking for some fun things to do in Boston, Massachusetts?  You’re in luck, because you’ve just stumbled upon the ultimate Boston Travel Tips guide!

Why visit Boston and then miss the very best parts… right?!?

I want you to be able to make the very most of your time.  That’s why I’ve put together these creative trip tips for Boston to help you out!

Whether you’re planning to visit Boston by yourself, with your honey or with the kiddos, don’t miss any of the hidden gems or fabulously fun things to do in Boston.

Start dreaming and planning your Boston adventure today with these Boston Travel Tips…

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{Massachusetts State House pictured above}

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How To Visit Boston On A Budget:

So You’re Planning a Trip to Boston? To keep your vacation budget-friendly, you’ll need to plan ahead.  One of the first things you’ll want to do is start stashing cash away for your  ‘Boston Trip Fund’.  Need to increase your travel fund stash?  One of the easiest ways is to make extra money on the side in your free time!  Here’s my favorite trick for ramping up the vacation budget…

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How to Get Cheap Flights To Boston:

Wondering how to get cheap flights?  My favorite trick is to load up on free mileage points and airline gift cards, then use them to dramatically cut the cost on airfare!  I’ve scored so many free flights this way!  Are you ready to start earning your free airlines miles and gift cards?  Here’s what you need to do…

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Where to Stay in Boston:

Instead of hotels, I recommend staying at a VRBO when visiting Boston to save BIG on your trip.  VRBO has so many vacation rentals listed by owner, and they’re such a great way to find nice lodging that is way less expensive than the hotels.  I’ve personally stayed at multiple VRBO’s, and loved every one.  Not only were they significantly cheaper than the nearby hotels, they also came fully stocked with convenient amenities that saved us SO much money!

Now do you want to know my favorite tips and tricks for saving BIG on a VRBO?  These little known hacks will save you SO much money!  Check this out…

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Now keep reading for all the very best Boston travel tips and things to do shared by myself and your frugal friends…

Laura said: “First off don’t stay in the City… stay south of the City on the South Shore.  The hotel cost is way cheaper, plus you are a short ride to Cape Cod.  The T (train) will take you in and out of Boston, and that alone with save you $$$ on parking.  Once in Boston, check out the Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill, Cheers, and the Swan Boats.  Faneuil Hall is a nice place to walk around and take in the sites.  If you are in MA, day trips to NH or Cape Cod are recommended.  The JFK Memorial is for sure a hit.  Don’t forget the Plymouth Rock in Plymouth… and then eat tons of seafood.”

Lisa said: “Kinsale Pub, Freedom Trail, Duck Tours, Batting practice tour at Fenway.”

Jill said: “Faneuil Hall, Old Ironsides, North End, Public Garden.”

{“The Eleanor” Boston Tea Party ship pictured above}

Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum!  You’ll love the rich history and fun interactive experience here!  Find it located at 306 Congress St, Boston, MA.

Score Free Coffee at Starbucks!  With so many things to do and explore all over town… you just might be needing a caffeine fix and a snack!  There are so many Starbucks locations all around the city, so check this out…

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Amanda said: “Free tour and tasting at Sam Adams Brewery.  Very fun.  Walk the Freedom Trail, also super fun and free!”

Judy said: “The Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, Fenway Park.  Whale Watching is also lots of fun!”

Visit the Boston Public Garden!  Be sure to take an afternoon to visit the Boston Public Garden… a lovely park located in the heart of Boston: 4 Charles St, Boston, MA.  A special thanks to frugal friend Amanda for sharing this fun from the Boston Public Garden below… an iconic statue of George Washington!

Visit the Cheers Bar!  Want to go where everybody knows your name… and they’re always glad you came? 🙂  Across the street from the Boston Public Garden, you’ll find the actual bar that inspired the TV hit series, Cheers!  You can dine in and check it out at 84 Beacon Street, Boston MA.

Hope said: “Take a Duck Tour.”

Lynn said: “In addition to the places that Judy said to see, go to the New England Aquarium and the Boston Museum of Science.  I’ve also heard that the Duck Tours are fun, but I haven’t taken one yet.”

Boston CityPASS – Save Up to 45% Off Attractions!

Marcie said: “The Duck Tour is a must.  Check Groupon for deals.  Also we purchased a CityPass and saved quite a bit on the major attractions; the Museum of Science, The Aquarium, The Prudential Center, MFA and a choice between the Harvard Museum or the Kennedy Library.  Be sure to take the Tour of Fenway if it is available, there is a lot of history in that park and the tour was really reasonable.  Sal’s Pizza just down from Fenway was excellent.  LOVED BOSTON!!”

Charity said: “Fenway Park!  Freedom Trail!  Legal Seafood… yum yum.”

Tori said: “Fenway and the Freedom Trail!  However, the Freedom Trail feels a lot longer than they say it is, so bring really good walking shoes!”

Melissa said: “You have to hit the Science Museum and Fenway Park, then eat at the Union Oyster House… Yum!”

Score a Deal on your Boston Car Rental!  There are so many beautiful places to explore all around the Boston area… and you’ll need a car to see most of them!  There are a few easy Rental Car Hacks to slash your costs that you’ll want to put to use!  Here are my favorite tricks to save BIG on car rentals…

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Jen said: “My kids LOVE the Children’s Museum – we’ve spent many hours there both times we’ve gone.”

Lynn said: “USS Constitution, the Kinsale Restaurant, and the Freedom Trail are a must.”

Andrea said: “Copley Square and Newton St.”

Jeanette said: “The highlight of our trip to Boston was a bike tour with Urban Adventours.  We stayed at a condo north of Boston.  It was a short commute into the city, and it saved us $$.  The bakeries in North Boston are fabulous.  We were disappointed with the NE Aquarium. The Liberty tours of Lexington and Concord were a waste of time and money. We enjoyed the Samuel Adams Brewery Tour and the Jimmy Fund Ice Cream Festival.”

Rhonda said: “My family really enjoyed the North End, with all the wonderful Italian food.  Mike’s Pastry is incredible… has to be the best canoli in the country!!”

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Kathy said: “I agree with Rhonda… I travel to Boston frequently and the first place I go is North End.  Hanover Street.  Mike’s Pastry is great, but even better (and where the locals go) is Modern Pastry.  It is on the same street, but the opposite side of the block.  Also Newberry Street is fun for shopping.”

Stephanie said: “We have family in Boston and love Boston Commons, Paul Revere House, Fenway Park, the Children’s Museum, and the North End.  We take the train in for the day, and go into town at least three or four times in the two weeks we are there.”

Carla said: “Regina Pizzeria — AWESOME.”

Patti said: “Visit Cafe Paradiso, Mike’s Pastry, and ChinaTown”

Lisa said: “Go see The Blue Man Show!  It’s totally worth it!”

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What To Pack for Boston:

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Traveling with Baby?  Don’t leave home without these Baby Travel Gear Essentials!  I’ve taken my babies on the long flights so many times and these must-have items will make traveling with Baby so much easier!

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Be sure to leave extra room in your suitcase to bring home some souvenirs!

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