![]() Located on the edge of the North End, it's a quaint, fisherman shack-like establishment with floor-to-ceiling windows that have views of the harbor. One of my favorite restaurants in the city for a cup of New England clam chowder is The Boston Sail Loft. The city is also famous for its clam chowder, a cream-based soup heaped with clams, diced potatoes, and onions, which has been my go-to appetizer in the city ever since I was young. I've had some of my favorite seafood dishes in the city, from baked haddock seasoned with Ritz crackers crumbs to beer-battered cod fish and chips to lemon pepper swordfish sandwiches. Because of the city's proximity to the ocean, I have access to great oysters, clams, lobster, and local cold-water fish including cod, scrod, and haddock. ![]() One of my favorite things about living in Boston is how easy it is to find fresh seafood. I've been on dozens of excursions, and the feeling of seeing a humpback whale breach or dive beneath the surface never gets old.īaked haddock seasoned with Ritz crackers crumbs and a side of broccoli and mashed potatoes. The New England Aquarium, perched on the edge of the city's harbor, also has daily whale-watching excursions to Stellwagen Bank, a national marine sanctuary located 25 miles from the coast of Boston, where visitors can see humpback whales, dolphins, seals, and even basking sharks. I spent many summers when I was younger sunning on the beaches of Spectacle Island, exploring the Civil War-era fortress on Georges Island, and camping on Grape Island. Made up of 34 islands and peninsulas that freckle the city's harbor, they're easily accessible from the city via daily ferries and are a great way to get out of the city and enjoy time in nature. As someone who loves the ocean, I always try to take advantage of visiting the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park. I've always found the summers in Boston to be a lot of fun, mainly because there are so many outdoor activities that take place in the city's harbor. Tickets can be purchased at kiosks in the station, on certain trains, or online if you want a CharlieTicket, a refillable ticket. While at times taking the T can feel like you're still in the 19th century, I find that it generally gets the job done. ![]() I personally find Boston to be very walkable, and think that using your own two feet to get around is the best way to get to know the city while discovering under-the-radar shops, bars, and restaurants.īut, if the weather isn't great or you're too tired to walk, you can also take the city's subway system, called the T.įounded in 1897, it's the country's oldest subway system and services major spots in the city, as well as neighborhoods in the Greater Boston area. Tack on the fact that it was recently ranked by the US News World Report as the second worst city in the country when it comes to traffic, and Boston is just a nightmare to drive in. It often indicates a user profile.īoston is one of the oldest cities in America, and its narrow streets are not, in my opinion, the most car-friendly. ![]() Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. ![]()
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