Family Attractions in Boston
Hello Bloggers, Mary here, and I hope that this finds you doing well. Today I'm excited to be writing about a Boston locale that is fun for the entire family. Whether you're a resident of Boston or visiting this beautiful city, sometimes it's difficult to find things to do that everyone will enjoy. The Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall will be the answer to your problems, so please read on...................
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile walk that will wind you through a collection of 16 national historical sites. It's a wonderful way to learn about the history of our country, as you'll actually visit the places where ideas took shape and meetings were held that led up to the American Revolution. Some of the venues included along the trail are The State House, various churches, meeting houses, including the Paul Revere House, burial grounds, a book store, the USS Constitution, parks, and the aforementioned Faneuil Hall Marketplace (where the shoppers in your group can leave the history behind and shop 'til they drop, we'll get to that in a paragraph or two).
What I love about The Freedom Trail is that it is actually a red-brick trail that is carved in the middle of the city. Somewhat like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, if you accidentally veer off track, just look for the red bricks that will get you back on the right path. What's more is that you can start at the beginning, middle, or end of the trail and visit whatever sites you choose in this indoor/outdoor visit through history. There are also various organized tours, for all ages, and they including walking, trolley, and sea excursions. Please click on the link for additional information, and come visit the past!
https://store.thefreedomtrail.org/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=2
Now, let's segue to you shoppers. One of the stops along The Freedom Trail is Faneuil Hall, which was built in 1742 and was a gift to the city by a wealthy man named Peter Faneuil. The location was home to fisherman, meat and produce sellers, and many other local merchants. It also provided a platform to many famous orator's and was a gathering place for protesting colonists.
After being expanded in 1826 and renovated in 1976, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is now a "one-stop shopping, eating, drinking, strolling, enjoying experience." The setting is in a wonderful cobblestone promenade where there is outdoor entertainment, a wide variety of shops, many indoor and outdoor restaurants, and you can even grab a handsome cab ride if your feet get tired from all of the activities. (In addition to the history of the city, the driver that I had recently told us all about the horses and how they care for them; it was very interesting). In the summer months, it's a lot of fun to see the outdoor vendors marketing their goods, and the winter months still provide plenty to do within the structure as well. For you visitors, it's a perfect spot to find some souvenirs for your friends and family back home. Parking and hours of operation are some of the things included in the link below ~ have fun!
http://www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/information_parking.html
Finally, if there are any lingering doubts about things to do, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is surrounded by the financial district, the waterfront, Government Center, and the North End (which has great restaurants). All of the following are less than a fifteen-minute walk away: The New England Aquarium, The Children's Museum, The Museum of Fine Arts, The Boston Public Garden, and Fenway Park. If you'd rather not walk, there are always plenty of cabs in the area to scoot you around town as well. So make some plans, grab your camera, and go enjoy this historical venue in the wonderful city of Boston!
Cheers~
M. Silva
