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 Home of the BC Eagles |
140 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02467 United States +617 552 3300 http://www.bc.edu studentservices@bc.edu |
Boston College is a coeducational, Liberal Arts Jesuit university with an undergraduate student population of 9,000. The campus, build in 1913, features the finest examples of Collegiate Gothic architecture in the United States and is quite visually stunning. The university's flagship building, Gasson Hall, towers above "the Heights" (the local term for the campus) and its bells can be heard for miles in all directions. The nearby towns of Newton, Chestnut Hill, Brookline, Brighton, and others provide upscale shopping and dining without the crowds of downtown Boston. BC is also very conveniently located near public transportation, and can be reached by three separate trains on the green line, as well as by the BC buses that run from the campus to Brookline. Stop in the McMullen Art Museum in Devlin Hall and admire the fine art, as well as the stunning architecture of the admissions building, chosen as the most beautiful building in Boston in 2006. Football games draw the largest crowds, so beware of driving nearby during game days. Boston College mixes the resources of a large research university with the individualized attention and strong community more often found in small Liberal Arts colleges, and both students and faculty benefit from this. Come and enjoy the rich history that the University is steeped in and take an unforgettable stroll around the campus! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tour by bus |
56 Williams Street Boston, MA 02453-4114 United States +1 781 899 1454 / +1 800 237 8687 http://www.bostontours.com/ |
Do not let cold weather scare you off from sightseeing landmarks and historical sites around Boston. Get picked up at your suburban hotel and see the best of Boston during a seven-hour tour in a minicoach. The narrated tour passes Beacon Hill, the Boston Common and Newbury Street. Stops are made at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Old North Church, the Charlestown Navy Yard and the Bunker Hill Monument. Closes for Winter; opens each April. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic fort |
William J. Day Boulevard Boston, MA 02127 United States +1 617 268 5744 |
Jutting out into Boston Harbor like a long finger, the fort of Castle Island (which is now connected to the mainland) watches over the approach to the inner harbor. During Boston's early years, this fort provided necessary protection to the shipping trade. Walk the fort's periphery and enjoy great views of the harbor and islands, or sit back and watch the planes taking off from the nearby airport. The "sugar bowl" trail, roughly one mile around, is popular with rollerbladers. Local shops and bakeries in South Boston offer a pleasant diversion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multilingual trolley tours |
66 Long Wharf Boston, MA 02110 United States +1 617 742 1440 http://www.discoverbostontours... |
This tour is a great way for Spanish, French, German, Italian, or Japanese speakers to learn about Boston. Using a personal listening device, passengers can hear a prerecorded narration in the language of their choice. Trolleys depart from Long Wharf and also pick up from several area hotels. An uninterrupted tour takes 110 minutes, but you may get on and off as much as you like. Stops include Newbury Street, Chinatown, Beacon Hill and the First Church of Christ, Scientist. Chartering for private events is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Significant History |
Congress Street Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 800 7 3326 7866 (Tourist Info - Toll Free) http://www.nps.gov/bost/Faneui... |
Faneuil Hall is of a greater historical interest than any other building in the United States. In September 1742, Peter Faneuil, a French merchant, decided to build it for the people of the town. Many famous orators of the country's history have addressed the public here. This area is a true reflection of the culture, history, and local ambience. Every year, performers audition to perform during tourist season but not many win a gig as a juggler, musician or artist. You can shop in the underground or get souvenirs like rare photo prints. Faneuil Hall is staffed by National Park Service Rangers from 9a-5p, except when used for public functions. It is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Park Rangers offer historical talks about Faneuil Hall every half hour on the second floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Walking tour of the American Revolution |
15 State Street Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 617 242 5642 / +1 617 242 5689 http://www.nps.gov/bost/freedo... |
This three-mile ribbon of red paint links 16 historical sites. Most visitors start the trail at the Boston Common. The National Park Service offers 90-minute guided tours starting at the Boston National Historical Park Visitor Center. Maps are also available here. Stops include the Old State House, Faneuil Hall and the Old North Church. You can also discover Paul Revere's house, the site of the Boston Massacre, and the Copp's Hill Burial Ground. At the end of the trail in Charlestown, the Bunker Hill Monument and the U.S.S. Constitution await you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hawthorne's inspiration |
115 Derby Street Boston, MA 01970 United States +1 978 744 0991 http://www.7gables.org/ info@7gables.org |
This 17th-century Salem mansion was the inspiration for Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel of the same name. Also named the Turner-Ingersoll mansion, 'seven gables' refers to its seven triangular points above the roofline. Built in 1688, this house contains a hidden staircase and is located on Salem Harbor. The house where Hawthorne was born has been moved to this property and is also on the tour. Guided tours are conducted throughout the year. Visit the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Anglican church |
Corner of School and Tremont Streets Boston, MA 02108 United States +1 617 523 1749 http://www.kings-chapel.org/ kchapel@kings-chapel.org |
This historic church, built in 1749 and part of the Freedom Trail, has the distinction of being the first Anglican congregation in the American colonies. Then, in 1787, it became the first Unitiarian church in the country. There is still an active congregation that uses the Anglican Book of Common Prayer. The interior is considered a paragon of Georgian architectural design. The church also has an historic cemetery. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of an American poet |
105 Brattle Street Boston, MA 02138 United States +1 617 876 4491 / +1 617 491 1054 http://www.nps.gov/long/ |
In 1936 American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow arrived in Cambridge. He first came to this house as a boarder; later when he remarried in 1843, his father-in-law bought the house and gave it to the couple as a wedding present. Longfellow lived here for 45 years and taught at nearby Harvard University. The house is doubly noteworthy as General George Washington's headquarters during the siege of Boston in 1775-76. Now a National Historic Site, the house is maintained by the U.S. Park Service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Dine like royalty |
246 East Berkeley Street Boston, MA 02118 United States +1 617 423 4900 http://www.medievalmanor.com |
Revisit the Middle Ages during this hilarious dinner theater experience. Have a feast inside a castle while "wenches" (waitresses) bring flagons of dark ale, and jesters sing and play. You will eat loaves of bread, pepper cheese trenchers, dragon soup and roasted herb chicken; all without utensils, of course! The comedic "Lord of the Manor" will keep you entertained with slapstick storytelling performances throughout the night. The wenches join in the fun with songs, stories and even a bit of comedy. Advance reservations required. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Behold the Old Manse |
269, Monument Street Boston, MA 1742 United States +1 978 369 3909 http://www.oldmanse.org oldmanse@ttor.org |
Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) wrote his book of short stories "Mosses from an Old Manse" while living in this house from 1843-46. The Grounds, open year-round for self guided tours, have been maintained as in the time of Hawthorne's stay, including a vegetable garden gifted by Henry Thoreau in 1842. Guided house tours offer a glimpse of Hawthorne's writing desk and other historical furnishings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Revolutionary war landmark |
193 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 6676 http://www.oldnorth.com church@oldnorth.com |
Still an active Episcopalian Church, this, the oldest religious structure in Boston, dates back to 1723 and occupies a special place in American history. On a fateful night in 1775, Paul Revere watched for the signal, "One if by land and two if by sea". After the church sexton hung two lanterns from the steeple he began his famous midnight ride to wake and warn the countryside of the British troops' arrival. Every April, members of the colonial militia begin a lantern service commemorating the event. Sunday services are at 9a and 11a. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Back Bay church |
645 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116 United States +1 617 536 1970 http://www.oldsouth.org/ reception@oldsouth.org |
When this congregation was formed in 1669, it was a dissenting group from the First Church in Boston and was known as the Third Church. Famous historical members of this church's congregation included Benjamin Franklin, William Dawes, James Otis and Phillis Wheatley. These members worshipped at the Old South Meetinghouse, which was the home of this congregation at the time. The church moved to its current Boylston Street home in 1875. It is now a congregation of the United Church of Christ. Services are held every Sunday at 11a. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boston's oldest public building |
On the Freedom Trail Corner of State and Washington Streets Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 617 720 1713 (Boston Historical Society) http://www.bostonhistory.org/o... oldstatehouse@bostonhistory.org |
With an antique brick facade set among downtown skyscrapers, any passerby can pick this building out as a relic from an earlier time. Now a museum run by The Bostonian Society, the site has a long and distinguished history. The Boston Massacre, one of the catalysts for the American Revolution, took place just outside. The Declaration of Independence was first read to Boston here on July 18, 1776. The structure served as the new state's capitol until 1797. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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188-acre harbor island |
Boston Harbor Boston, MA 02221 United States +1 617 223 8666 http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/... |
This island is part of the Boston Harbor Islands national recreation area. You can see some of the island's history as you wander through the ruins of Fort Adams, which was a war post in the early 1900s and a World War II POW camp. You will also find nature trails and vistas that overlook the harbor and mainland. Brisk sea breezes will cool you on the hottest days of the year. A free water taxi to the island is available from George's Island. Summertime camping is allowed with a permit; call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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