Lonely Planet Boston - Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers Downtown, Back Bay, Cam

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Boston.

Discover Boston's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from following the Freedom Trail to see where history unfolded; to stargazing and socialising with astronomers at the Coit Observatory; and indulging in oysters, clam chowder and lobster rolls in the Seaport District.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Boston travel guide:



Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Boston effortlessly
Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Boston
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Boston Common to the Museum of Fine Arts and Harvard University
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Boston culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Downtown & Chinatown; North End & West End; Beacon Hill & Boston Common; Back Bay; Fenway-Kenmore; South End; Seaport District & South Boston; Charlestown; Cambridge; Streetcar Suburbs plus day trips to Boston Harbor Islands; Hingham; Quincy; Plymouth; Provincetown; Minuteman Bikeway; Lincoln; Lexington & Concord; Lowell; Salem; Newburyport

 

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Boston.