{"id":17652,"date":"2024-07-20T15:48:49","date_gmt":"2024-07-20T15:48:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/journal.rentbyowner.com\/?p=17652"},"modified":"2025-09-22T09:38:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T09:38:09","slug":"hidden-gems-boston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/hidden-gems-boston\/","title":{"rendered":"18 Can&#8217;t Miss Hidden Gems in Boston"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perched on the Charles River, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston<\/a> is a historic New England city with plenty to offer the millions of tourists that visit each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boston\u2019s history is a huge draw and no trip is complete without strolling the Freedom Trail to discover well-known delights such as the USS Constitution, Massachusetts State House, and Boston Public Gardens. However, if you\u2019re eager to discover the enthralling secrets that the wider Boston area is hiding, keep reading for the lowdown on 18 can\u2019t miss hidden gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Boston Public Library Courtyard Tea Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thecateredaffair.com\/courtyard-tea-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thecateredaffair.com\/courtyard-tea-room<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>700 Boylston St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>11:00 am \u2013 3:00 pm Tuesday \/ 11:00 am \u2013 4:45 pm Wednesday \/ 10:00 am \u2013 4:45 pm Thursday to Saturday \/ 11:00 am \u2013 4:45 pm Sunday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a charming afternoon tea experience, look no further than the elegant tea room at Boston Public Library. You\u2019ll find this hidden gem in the McKim building overlooking the Italianate Courtyard \u2014 you\u2019ll know you\u2019re in the right place when you spot the crisp white linens and smell the scent of freshly baked scones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Harvard Museum&#8217;s Glass Flowers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hmnh.harvard.edu\/glass-flowers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hmnh.harvard.edu\/glass-flowers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>26 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>9.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm daily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/cambridge\/harvard-hall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Harvard University<\/a> is home to a complex of four museums where visitors flock to see global treasures and works by famous artists. Those in the know, make sure not to miss the Ware Collection of Blaschka Glass Models of Plants or the <em>Glass Flowers<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are 4,300 glass models representing 780 plant species to admire in this one-of-a-kind art piece. Hop on the MBTA Red Line to easily reach Harvard Square where the exhibit is located.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Fenway Victory Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fenwayvictorygardens.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fenwayvictorygardens.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>1200 Boylston St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>6.00 am \u2013 11.30 pm daily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This hidden gem is located across the street from the historic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/fenway-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fenway Park<\/a> \u2014 home to the Boston Red Sox. Dating back to 1942, the gardens date back to 1942 when Americans were taking up gardening due to concerns about dwindling food supplies during WWII. The area spans 7.5 acres and green-thumbed visitors can sign up to do a spot of gardening if they desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. The Mapparium<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marybakereddylibrary.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">marybakereddylibrary\u200b.org\u200b<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>210 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>10.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm daily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mapparium is a room-sized, stained-glass globe that visitors can walk through on a glass bridge. It was designed to accurately depict the world\u2019s countries\u2019 geographical relationships to one another, and the acoustics inside the globe are such that even the tiniest whisper can be heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. The Boston Athenaeum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonathenaeum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bostonathenaeum.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>10-1\/2 Beacon St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>9.00 am \u2013 8.00 pm Monday to Thursday \/ 9.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm Friday &amp; Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/boston-athenaeum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston Athenaeum<\/a>, established in 1807, is one of the oldest independent libraries in the United States. It houses around 150,000 rare books, art, and documents. The fifth-floor reading room offers stunning views of Granary Burying Ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Bodega<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bodega\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instagram.com\/bodega<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>10-1\/2 Beacon St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>12.00 pm \u2013 6.00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday \/ 12.00 pm \u2013 7.00 pm Thursday to Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sneakerheads will love searching for this speakeasy-style fashion hotspot. Hidden behind a forgettable convenience store front is a secret high-end boutique filled with skate and street fashion. Patrons gain access to Bodega via the Snapple machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Boston Harbor Islands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/boston-harbor-island-spectacle-boston.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17666\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/boston-harbor-island-spectacle-boston.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/boston-harbor-island-spectacle-boston-300x181.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/Lua+Carlos+Martins\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lua Carlos Martins<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bostonharborislands.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bostonharborislands.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>191w Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>24 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston-harbor-islands-state-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park<\/a> is made up of 34 islands and peninsulas and is within easy reach of Downtown Boston. There are dozens of trails to explore, wildlife to spot, and educational displays where you can learn about the history of Boston Harbor. Visitors can choose from taking a guided tour or exploring independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Brattle Book Shop<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/brattle-book-shop-boston.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17668\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/brattle-book-shop-boston.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/brattle-book-shop-boston-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/noyanito\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NoyanYalcin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.brattlebookshop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brattlebookshop.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>9 West St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>9.00 am \u2013 5.30 pm, Monday to Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This hidden gem of a bookstore has been selling used and collectible books since 1825 and is a great opportunity to pick up a unique souvenir. Located next to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/parks\/boston-common\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston Common<\/a>, bookworms can make a purchase and head to this lush green space for a tranquil afternoon of getting lost in a captivating story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Museum of Bad Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/museumofbadart.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">museumofbadart.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>1250 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>11.30 am \u2013 10.00 pm Tuesday to Thursday \/ 11.30 am \u2013 11.00 pm Friday &amp; Saturday \/ 11.30 am \u2013 9.00 pm Sunday &amp; Monday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve already been to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Museum of Fine Arts<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardnermuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icaboston.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Institute of Contemporary Art<\/a>, the Museum of Bad Art is a fun change of pace. This is the only museum in the world dedicated to art that wouldn\u2019t be welcome in a traditional gallery, and there are 500 terrible pieces to \u2018admire\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Boston\u2019s Speakeasies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When Prohibition took effect in 1920, Bostonians responded with a whole host of speakeasies. Today, there are still a number of hidden and pop-up bars for deft drinkers to seek out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Carrie Nation Cocktail Club<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carrienationcocktailclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carrienationcocktailclub.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>11 Beacon St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>11.00 am \u2013 2.00 am Tuesday to Friday \/ 4.00 pm \u2013 2.00 am Saturday \/ 11.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm Sunday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This bar takes you back in time with classic decor, vintage cocktails, and a secret password that\u2019s needed to access the hidden speakeasy-style section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Backbar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backbarunion.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">backbarunion.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>7 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>5.00 pm \u2013 12.00 am Tuesday to Sunday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Head over to Somerville and down a nondescript alleyway to seek out the <em>Backbar<\/em> sign. Once inside, you\u2019ll find a creative list of craft cocktails and a cool Prohibition-era atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Saloon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/saloondavis.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">saloondavis.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>255 Elm St, Somerville, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>5.00 pm \u2013 12.45 am Tuesday to Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This spot is located in Davis Square and focuses on brown liquors and classic cocktails. Access to Saloon is via a nondescript door and a staircase that leads you into an intimate bar setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Faneuil Hall Weathervane<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/faneuil-hall-weather-vane-boston.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17670\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/faneuil-hall-weather-vane-boston.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/faneuil-hall-weather-vane-boston-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/Ginny-Dee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ginny-Dee<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/faneuilhallmarketplace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">faneuilhallmarketplace.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>Faneuil Hall, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>24 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most visitors will head to Faneuil Hall Market during their time in Boston, but many don\u2019t know about the unusual grasshopper weathervane has been in place for 270 years. Look out for it while you\u2019re exploring Faneuil Hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Bell Ringing Chamber at Old North Church<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldnorth.com\/music-program\/bell-ringers-guild\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">oldnorth.com\/music-program\/bell-ringers-guild<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>193 Salem St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>10.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm Tuesday to Saturday \/ 11.30 am \u2013 5.00 pm Sunday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The oldest bells in North America date back to 1744 and are located in Boston\u2019s Old North Church. The ringing room also contains a copy of the 1750 charter in which the democratic organization of the tower was agreed upon \u2014 Paul Revere is the second signature on the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nowadays, the bells are rung by the MIT Guild of Bellringers, and visitors can listen to them from all over the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/north-end\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">North End neighborhood<\/a> for one hour each Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. New York City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From express trains to direct flights, there are plenty of ways to visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/new-york\/new-york\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New York<\/a> as a side trip from Boston. The train only takes four hours and flying is just 35 minutes, so you can zip down for a Yankees game or a Broadway show and be back in Boston in time for bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Empire Garden Restaurant<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/empire-garden-restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17672\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/empire-garden-restaurant.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/empire-garden-restaurant-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/jiawangkun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wangkun Jia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.empireboston.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">empireboston.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>690 Washington St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>8.30 am \u2013 9.30 pm Sunday to Thursday \/ 8.30 am \u2013 10.30 pm Friday &amp; Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/chinatown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston\u2019s Chinatown<\/a> is often overlooked in favor of better-known neighborhoods like Back Bay, but foodies shouldn\u2019t make that mistake. Empire Garden Restaurant is our top pick for authentic Chinese eats. The dim sum is definitely worth waiting in line for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15. Rooftop at The Envoy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.envoyrooftop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">envoyrooftop.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>70 Sleeper St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>11.00 am \u2013 11.30 pm Sunday to Friday \/ 11.30 am \u2013 11.30 pm Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This beautiful harborside rooftop lounge in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/seaport-district\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seaport District<\/a> near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/south-boston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Boston<\/a> is fabulous at any time of day, but it\u2019s particularly special during golden hour and sunset. There\u2019s a great menu of cocktails and small plates on offer, and the views of the Boston skyline are very impressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>16. Old South Church<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/old-south-church-boston.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17674\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/old-south-church-boston.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/old-south-church-boston-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/jiawangkun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wangkun Jia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oldsouth.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">oldsouth.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>645 Boylston St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>8.00 am \u2013 8.00 pm Monday to Thursday \/ 8.00 am \u2013 7.00 pm Fridays \/ 9.00 am \u2013 4.00 pm Saturday \/ 8.30 am \u2013 4.30 pm Sunday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most tourists head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/newbury-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Newbury Street<\/a> for its fantastic shopping and dining scene, but there\u2019s also a notable landmark hidden in plain sight. Old South Church has stood two blocks away since 1873 and is a pristine example of Gothic Revival architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>17. Union Oyster House<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unionoysterhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unionoysterhouse.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address: <\/strong>41 Union St, Boston, MA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>11.00 am \u2013 9 pm Sunday to Thursday \/ 11 am \u2013 10 pm Friday &amp; Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This historic restaurant has been serving New England classics like clam chowder since 1826. Said to be the oldest continually operating restaurant in the U.S., well-known patrons such as John F. Kennedy and Bill Clinton have dined here over the years, and visitors in the know don\u2019t miss the opportunity to stop by and sample a fresh oyster or two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>18. Beacon Hill<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/all\/usa\/massachusetts\/boston\/beacon-hill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beacon Hill<\/a> is an exclusive, attractive neighborhood that many tourists overlook. 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