Boston by Train/rental car question
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katva
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amyb said:
I need to look at a map! Should we stay in Back Bay? Downtown? We will have the better part of one day to sightsee. Not much, but he's never been to a major city except for DC. I want him to get the "flavor" of a northeast city, so to speak. I was thinking Back Bay would be good for walking around, or Harvard Square.....but I'm no expert---far from it! I could use any suggestions for this brief trip...keeping budget within reason....
Restaurant-wise, he's fairly sophisticated (for a 13-year-old), and good italian food might be just the ticket! Any place in particular Amy, Mike, anyone?
MIke R
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in the North End
Diamianos
Giacomos
Artu's
Regina Pizza
and I rarely go out anywhere for Italian food ...but these I wouldnt hesitate
and if you want to stay in the North End I can get you in a beautiful apartment in the heart of the North End and a block from the water, for a song, if you are interested...its where we always go....PM me if that interests you
Diamianos
Giacomos
Artu's
Regina Pizza
and I rarely go out anywhere for Italian food ...but these I wouldnt hesitate
and if you want to stay in the North End I can get you in a beautiful apartment in the heart of the North End and a block from the water, for a song, if you are interested...its where we always go....PM me if that interests you
Eve
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With a 13 year old, definitely Regina. That is always our stop after Logan when we fly back. But only cash, and only pizza. Not even a salad.
And Mike, I was being sarcastic about Harvard Square.
Unless her son was older and looking at schools. Jeanette and I had a fun guided tour by me around Cambridge.
Are you looking for a walking trip? Then take the Freedom Trail.
And Mike, I was being sarcastic about Harvard Square.
Unless her son was older and looking at schools. Jeanette and I had a fun guided tour by me around Cambridge.
Are you looking for a walking trip? Then take the Freedom Trail.
JohnC
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In January won't be much to see on the water. Aquarium is right on the harbor as is the Fanueil Hall area and Rose Kennedy Greenway (you could join the "Occupy" protesters down near South Station). The Constitution might be open. No harbor tours or duck boats. You could, however, ice skate on Frog Pond in public gardens.
Boston in Jan is pretty bleak and cold, even if not snowy.
Boston in Jan is pretty bleak and cold, even if not snowy.
andynap
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This was my report on our Boston trip 2 years ago- lots of Restaurants on the posts Stephanies is one of them with pictures of the food
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katva
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Nice to read your report, Andy!
Yes, too bad about the apt. that MikeR so kindly offered---but I rediscovered the benefits of having a corporate travel agent, who found us a very nice 2 BR suite at the Eliot in Back Bay---looks very nice, and the price was right
I will have fun looking at menus....Stephanies sounds great--mac n cheese, yum! However.....that marrow at La Voile sounds incredible. That could be a tipping point, if it's still on the menu, and if it looks like a good idea for a young man.....Great tips, all!
Yes, too bad about the apt. that MikeR so kindly offered---but I rediscovered the benefits of having a corporate travel agent, who found us a very nice 2 BR suite at the Eliot in Back Bay---looks very nice, and the price was right
I will have fun looking at menus....Stephanies sounds great--mac n cheese, yum! However.....that marrow at La Voile sounds incredible. That could be a tipping point, if it's still on the menu, and if it looks like a good idea for a young man.....Great tips, all!
