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BostonUnited States

Colonial history on a walking trail, university neighbourhoods and New England seafood.

The vibe

HistoricArtsyWalkableAction-packedEnergetic

Derived from Boston’s strongest Destination DNA attributes.

Where is Boston?

Map showing the location of Boston, United StatesBoston, United States is in North America. The marker shows its approximate position.
Simplified location map: Boston, United States, North America.

Boston is in the northeastern United States, on the Atlantic coast of Massachusetts at the head of Massachusetts Bay.

At a glance

Country
United States
Region
North America
City size
Large city
English
Native English-speaking

Why you might like Boston

  • History
  • Walkable
  • Museums
  • Food
  • Nightlife
  • Shopping

Boston is the most walkable major city in the United States, with the Freedom Trail linking revolutionary sites, Harvard and MIT across the river in Cambridge, and oyster bars and lobster rolls along the harbour. Autumn colour in New England starts an hour outside the city.

Boston in facts

Country
United States
Region
North America
City size
Large city · ~4.3M residents

Urban area population · UN World Urbanization Prospects and national statistics offices, 2024

English
Native English-speaking

Not scored by the index because English is a native or official everyday language.

Why Boston stands out

  1. The Freedom Trail, a marked walking route, links 16 historic sites tied to the American Revolution across the city.

  2. Boston is home to Harvard University and MIT, both located just across the Charles River in Cambridge.

  3. The city's neighbourhoods, including the North End's Italian community and Beacon Hill's row houses, retain distinct historic character.

  4. Fenway Park, opened in 1912, is the oldest active Major League Baseball stadium in the country.

Good to know

  • The city centre is compact and walkable, and many historic sites are close together along the Freedom Trail.
  • Public transit, the country's oldest subway system, covers the city and Cambridge, reducing the need for a car.
  • Winters can bring significant snow and cold, while college move-in periods in early autumn affect city-wide accommodation demand.

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