Boston Area Attractions & Things to Do

Arts Center Museum of Fine Arts Galleria Mall MIT Paul Revere House

With several fun things to do in Boston, Massachusetts, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge is central to many tourists’ plans for the Cambridge / Boston area. Delve into the several fine dining establishments, explore the several museums, witness historical sites that date back to the colonial period or witness other institutions that have shaped the world. Below is a sample list of attractions that help give a hint to the splendor of Boston, Massachusetts.

Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center. Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center in downtown Cambridge, Massachusetts is a multi-purpose academy which hosts several artistic exhibitions including photography and painting exhibitions, film and video showings, theater and dance performances and musical concerts. To learn more about Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center, please visit http://www.cmacusa.org.

Museum of Science, Boston. Museum of Science, Boston is an interactive exploration into the mysteries and possibilities of the universe, offering vibrant, exciting exhibits to explore the wonders of life. And for groups, Museum of Science, Boston offers facility rentals for business meetings and other multifarious group functions. For more information about Museum of Science, Boston, please visit http://www.mos.org.  [Top]

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Holiday Inn Express Cambridge invites you to be immersed in stunning and gratifying works of art. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is 2 transcendent floors of cultural visual arts from both civilizations and centuries past and present. Group rates are available. For more information on exhibits, hours of operation, or any other question regarding Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, please visit http://www.mfa.org.

Boston Common. Considered one of America’s oldest public parks, Boston Common is the foundation for the interconnected network of Boston public parks that interweave the Boston / Cambridge area. Approximately 50 acres in size, Boston Common is the starting point for the Freedom Trail and is home to several public activities. For more information on Boston Common, please visit http://www.cityofboston.gov/freedomtrail/bostoncommon.asp.   [Top]

CambridgeSide Galleria Mall. CambridgeSide Galleria Mall in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a majestic, three-story shopping experience. Boasting many of the world’s finest retail and specialty shops, Cambidgeside Galleria Mall provides hours of gratifying shopping entertainment for an all-day event or for just killing time. For more information on CambridgeSide Galleria Mall, please visit http://www.cambridgesidegalleria.com

Fenway Park. Built in 1915, Fenway Park is Major League Baseball’s oldest functioning ballpark. Home to the Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park is a celebrated landmark cherished by sports fans and historians alike. If you can’t make it out to a Red Sox game but still want to visit, Fenway Park offers tours in the off-season. For more information about Fenway Park, please visit http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark.  [Top]

MIT. Founded in 1861, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is one of America’s premier universities. With several graduates going on to win Nobel Prizes, National Medal of Sciences as well as innumerable other prestigious achievements, MIT is certain to remain an academic leader for years to come. For more information on the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, please visit http://www.mit.edu.

New England Aquarium. New England Aquarium is an interactive monument to our aquatic neighbors. Presenting exhibits, tours, IMAX movies whalewatching boat tours and cruises of Boston Harbor, New England Aquarium offers an edifying yet exciting experience for groups, families or the curious bystander. For more information on New England Aquarium, please visit http://www.neaq.org.  [Top]

Paul Revere House. Preciously preserved, the Paul Revere House is a historical monument that only not chronicles the history of one of America’s founding fathers, but also marks the starting point for Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride. Tours at the Paul Revere House are self-guided so you can go at your own pace. Museum historians are available to assist and answer questions. For more information on the Paul Revere House, please visit http://www.paulreverehouse.org.

Beacon Hill. Nestled just north of Boston Common, Beacon Hill is a downtown Boston village-neighborhood still preserved in 19th century brick & brass stylings, including gas-powered lamps and crafted landscaping. Beacon Hill is also home to several specialty shops and fine dining establishments. For more information of the attractions within Beacon Hill, please visit http://www.beaconhillonline.com.  [Top]