I live in Lexington, MA, so I am a local.
GQ wrote:
> On 3/24/05 12:54 PM, John wrote:
>
>> Wife and I - recently retired - will spend a week in Boston in early
>> Summer. I visited on business a dozen years ago but didn't see any
>> sights. I'd be grateful for suggestions.
>>
>> Can we sightsee the historic and cultural sites without renting a car?
>> We are happy to walk and use transport. Shopping doesn't matter but
>> museums do. Does the subway go everywhere (old Ironsides, for
>> example)?
A car is Boston is an annoyance. You can walk and use the T (subway system)
I suggest you walk the Freedom Trail.
>>
>> What would be a good hotel in pleasant walking-friendly neighborhood?
>> We don't need luxury - just clean and somewhat quiet (ie not the
>> party-till-dawn district).
>>
>> How do out-of-towners get Red Sox tickets (I presume the box office is
>> already sold out)?
>>
>> How about remarkable restaurants, especially seafood? Back in the
>> day, Legal Seafood was a phenomenon -- is it still?
My family loves Legal Seafoods. We always opt to go there for seafood.
We do tend to frequent their suburban locations, but the food is the
same everywhere. Their clam chowder is our favorite clam chowder! The
best of Boston, and everywhere else! BTW, it is NOT Legals! It is
Legal! (no S)
The Museum of Fine ARts is world-class. Totally accessible by T (Green
line.) The Museum of Science is fun too.
>>
>> Thx
>> John
>>
>
> I'm not from Boston, but have been there a few times. I am, in fact,
> going next weekend. Just a few thoughts:
>
> 1. My wife and I stay at the Westin Copley which is somewhat in the
> heart of downtown. It's not the cheapest, but we get a discount as
> AAA/CAA members. We like it because it is interconnected with the
> Copley Center and Prudential Center shopping malls.
>
> 2. Have not indulged in too many museums, except to know that there are
> several good ones in Boston. Maybe someone else can contribute.
>
> 3. I really like the Boston subway system and I think you should be
> able to get anywhere you need to via the subway. In those rare cases,
> you can also cab it fairly easily.
>
> 4. I still like Legals, but I know its more of a tourist things. You
> can find several locations throughout the city. I also like Atlantic
> Fish Co. which is at 761 Boylston St, downtown (they have a web site
> http://www.bbrginc.com/afco/1.html). If you want to try something VERY
> expensive, go to the top of the Prudential Center (Top of the Hub
> restaurant) which has an excellent view of the city. There is also a
> Skywalk if you want to just take in the view
> (http://www.prudentialcenter.com/play/skywalk.html). When I go, my wife
> and I like to go to the Cheesecake factory, which is also downtown in
> the Prudential Center mall. No matter where you go, always try a cup of
> chowder.
>
> I'm sure others can offer more input. Have a great time. |