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105. BU Beach

4 km from city center

Beach

BU beach is a unique, non-sandy beach at Boston University. It is a popular summer spot where swimmers, cyclists, frisbee players, dog walkers and many people gather at due to the cool temperatures and relaxing environment. The green areas are also called as knolls and this is where people usually sit down to breathe in the view and enjoy a sunny day. It is definitely worth a visit. It is surround (Read More)ed by so many more attractions within the university and outside it too.

9 km from city center

Beach

Revere Beach became America’s first public beach in 1896 and is located 8 km north of downtown Boston. The beach is equipped with lifeguards, parking facilities plus its a great spot for biking, jogging or walking and you can find many restaurants nearby. It is known to have breathtaking sunset and sunrise views which make your visit pretty worthwhile.

7 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

A Gospel-driven church, Seven Mile Road Church-Malden, is a popular church in the city. Sunday gatherings are typical of a band playing songs, Bible reading and communion, while Easter is an occasion for a feast. Moreover, the church hosts classes for kids of various age groups. Partnered with several other churches, it aims to fulfil the tangible needs of those who live in the neighbourhood.

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₹3,074

3 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Renewal Church Boston is located at the base of Flagstaff Hill. Founded in 2013, it hosts a 45-minute outdoor service with the Renewal Worship Team performing some songs and is a preferred church for baptisms. It is known to host what is known as Renewal Kids, a safe and open space for kids where they learn about Jesus, and Renewal Community Groups is an initiative where people can meet and study (Read More)the Holy book.

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₹2,647

2 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

A beautiful Italian Gothic-style church, Old South Church in Boston is one of prettiest in the city. It hosts a summer school program where kids are taught about the Bible through various activities. The Sanctuary and the gothic stone Chapel serve as excellent wedding venues, the Mary Norton Hall and the Guild Room host several performances and the church also provides meeting spaces for different (Read More) groups.

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₹1,281

1 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Hillsong Church Boston is an Australian evangelical church. The church holds regular readings, Sunday services as well as helps followers find the right church for them. It emphasises the formation of Connect Groups and Ministries to foster talent, creativity and relationships with like-minded people and hosts several events and musical performances.

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₹2,647

2 km from city center

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First Church in Boston was founded in 1630 and follows Unitarian Universalism. During Sunday services, the church sings hymns, listens to the professional choir and offers the possibility of engaging with ministers and fellow members. The stone church has a Gothic-style tower, courtyards, a plaza and lawns. The church is a welcoming and nurturing environment for children as it hosts “World of Wond (Read More)er,” offers childcare, organises book clubs, art exhibitions and adult education programs.

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₹3,928

2 km from city center

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One of the oldest Baptist churches in the country, the First Baptist Church or “Brattle Square Church” was built in the Richardsonian and Romanesque style in 1665 and offers a little bit of greenery. A noteworthy feature is a frieze decorated with sculptures referred to as “Les Quatres Etapes de la vie Chretienne” or “the Four Stages of the Christian Life.” It hosts Bible Study and Prayer meetings (Read More) on Wednesdays between the months of September to June. Sunday services are marked by choir and solo performances.

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₹3,928

2 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

The Community Church of Boston was founded in the year 1920 and is a non-sectarian church. It hosts Sunday services from September-June for those contemplating involvement with the same, while those who wish to become members must agree with the Statement and can be artists, singers, healers, Board members, financial contributors etc. The Justice School is a key feature of this establishment and i (Read More)t hosts several social and musical events.

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₹2,135

2 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

The Church of the Covenant, a Gothic Revival building, sports a number of beautiful stained-glass windows, a high lantern as well as a magnificent steeple. Built-in the 1860s, it is a Presbyterian Church that boasts of an electric-light chandelier as well as mosaics. Members meet on Sundays for service, fellowship and the sacrament of communion held on the first and third Sunday of the month. The (Read More)church also hosts sermon, choir and music performances, Sunday School, Nursery care, Bible Study amongst others.

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₹2,647

2 km from city center

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First Lutheran Church of Boston was established in 1839 and is a frequently visited church. A Modernist structure set amidst a Victorian neighbourhood, it houses a red-brick coffer and a popular oak organ that goes perfectly with the interior. Moreover, it hosts sermon recitals, shares devotionals and several music events.

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₹3,928

2 km from city center

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The first structure to be completed in Back Bay, Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Boston is a historic church built in Neo-Gothic style in 1860. The centrepiece window of the sanctuary depicting Piety, an allegorical figure, is a key feature, along with stained-glass windows. The church is open for all as a shelter and a centre for use by various organisations. The cantata season is the time for sacre (Read More)d music while the Chapel Choir performs between May and September, and hymns and service music play throughout.

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₹2,647

2 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Redemption City Church is a relatively new church founded in 2013 with the goal of renewing Boston spiritually. The members meet each Sunday at William McKinley School and such meetings are characterised by the singing of hymns and contemporary songs, scripture reading, expository preaching and communion. The church is also dedicated to providing childcare and the City Kids Ministry is designed to (Read More) teach children about the religion.

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₹5,807

1 km from city center

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Known for Anglo-Catholic worship, the Church of the Advent is an alluring Episcopal parish built in the English Gothic Revival style in 1844. Situated within a Victorian Gothic building, it’s made of brick, has 8 change ringing bells and aspire.

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₹2,647

5 km from city center

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Mosaic Boston Church that was established in 2011 is located at 2 different locations across the city and disseminates love for God, the Bible and Boston. The Brookline church has a gorgeous altar, ample seating and hosts services at Temple Ohabei Shalom, while the Jamaica Plain one at River of Life, using sermons and music as a means of preaching. It also has programs like Mini Mosaic and Mosaic (Read More)Teens to educate children about the faith.

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₹2,647

Boston's Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

5 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Boston’s Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, also known as “Mission Church”, is a Roman Catholic Basilica built in the Romanesque and Gothic Revival style in 1878. The structure includes twin spires, stained-glass windows, an octagonal cupola-topped lantern, the Hutchings organ and houses the Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, (devotions held each Wednesday). Mass, prayers and hymns propaga (Read More)te the core message and the proximity of schools and hospitals attracts a considerable crowd.

2 km from city center

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Established around 2013, the church promotes the formation of what they call “Missional Families.” Hub Church South Boston hosts Sunday Gatherings preceded by prayers. Besides, Send Sundays (last Sunday of the month) are reserved for helping out the neighbourhood and the city, wherein members visit hospitals, provide company to others and help other church communities.

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₹1,281

1 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Located in the North End of the city, the Early Republic style St. Stephen’s Catholic Church is made of red bricks on the outside and has a belfry, cupola as well as a clock tower. It opened in the year 1804 and was built almost square. Formerly a Congregational church, it is now Roman Catholic and serves as a key architectural landmark, facing the Paul Revere Mall. The church, full of historical (Read More)appeal, is a relatively quiet place and attracts tourists and worshipers alike.

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₹3,928

1 km from city center

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Built-in 1806, Old West Church not only served as an Underground Railroad stop, but it was also the first church to have an integrated congregation. It is representative of the Federal style of architecture and has a brick entry tower with 3 entry doors, topped off by a cupola. Also, there are clocks on every face of what is the half-story of the tower. The church hosts Sunday worship services whe (Read More)re the Choir and the Praise Band perform, and also a Book Study.

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₹1,281

1 km from city center

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This 18th-century English style church is a Unitarian Universalist church near the Boston Public Garden and is believed to be of historical significance. Arlington Street Church is made of brownstone ashlar on the outside, boasts of a bell tower with 16 bells, and has Corinthian columns and rounded arches in the sanctuary inside. The church uses sermon recitals and music during services and worshi (Read More)ps to put forward their message.

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₹2,733

4 km from city center

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Located between Harvard and MIT, Aletheia Church hosts meetings at the Cambridge Y Theatre. It was established on 31 January 2011. Prayer meetings as well as sermons are key components of worship here. The church makes it a point to foster talent and help others, through Teams. Aletheia Kids is an initiative by the church that seeks to inform children about God and organises trips and activities f (Read More)or the same.

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₹2,647

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Established in 1980, Robert Klien Art Gallery is known for its fine art photography. It is exclusively dedicated to 19th and 20th-century contemporary fine art photography. Robert Klein Art Gallery is a small and aesthetic boutique gallery that offers an intimate space where the amazing fine art photography works are displayed. The gallery participates in a lot of exhibitions and fairs and is thus (Read More) internationally known for its one of a kind fine art photography collection. Especially, to all the photography enthusiasts out there, you definitely need to visit this place.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

SoWa Artists Guild at 450, Harrison Avenue is a non-profit organization of professional studio artists. The main aim behind SoWa is to promote the individuality and diversity of artists around the continent. SoWa artists guild is known to host events like ‘SoWa First Fridays’, ‘SoWa Open Studios’, where they call people from all over the community to have a look and understand the making of contem (Read More)porary art and to learn more about an artists workspace. Guess what, you can witness this too!

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Galleria D’Orsay is one place where you can find the finest artworks in the city. The gallery offers a wide collection of six centuries of art begging from the old masters of art to the new. Galleria D’Orsay proudly collaborates with artists and brings together various exhibitions throughout the year. Since 2020, this gallery has been the main attraction point at Newbury Street, Boston.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Another gem at Newbury Street is the Gallery NAGA which is known for its display of the best contemporary art. The gallery exhibits photographs, paintings, sculptures, and furniture. The exhibitions held here are prolific and attract people from all over the continent. Gallery Naga transcends both ‘art and design’. This gallery is built inside an old church and is thus very fascinating, it provide (Read More)s a different kind of experience. Gallery Naga provides a perfect blend of history and architecture so that you can enjoy art in a unique way!

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

The Vose family founded this gallery in 1881 with over 300 years of experience in the art world. The Vose galleries specialize in the 18th, 19th, and 20th-century American realist paintings. The gallery is a magnificent 5 story building, all devoted to art, including a display of dining rooms and living rooms all furnished with antique furniture. This family has expertise in the acquisition and va (Read More)luation of American art. Vose paintings hang in over 150 museums worldwide and the family is famous for its art background.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Krakow Witkin Gallery was started in 1959 and has been situated in Newbury Street, Boston since 1983. The gallery is committed to the artists who associate with a certain movement called “minimalism” or “conceptual art”, along with younger artists who have a knowledge of aesthetics. Krakow Witkin Gallery hosts a number of exhibitions and events throughout the year for the upliftment of communities (Read More) and for the artists who are minimal and conceptually driven.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Gallery Kayafas is one of the best photography galleries in Boston. The gallery focuses to portray queer Boston art from Boston and in Boston. Each and every picture here tells a unique story that is inspired by history and art. The gallery often puts together quality shows which help the upcoming artists to reach out to people and show the work that deserves to be seen and appreciated. Gallery Ka (Read More)yafas mainly features contemporary and modern photography.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Laconia Gallery is funded by the Laconia Artists Corporation, which is a non-profit organization. The gallery functions is the Laconia Loft’s Building situated at Boston’s south end. The corporation is devoted to promote and provide exhibit space to local and upcoming artists.

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Situated in Boston’s south end, the Steven Zevitas Gallery was founded in 2003. The large scale exhibitions held at the Gallery have always attracted media and thus the gallery has become famous amongst magazines and media professionals. It represents work and art from all over the United States. You will get to see amazing works by artists like John Dilg, Chris Ballantyne, and many more. So, next (Read More) time you are in Boston, do not forget to visit the very famous Steven Zevitas Gallery!

2 km from city center

Art Gallery

Not just paintings and sculptures, The Walker Art Center also focuses on visual, performing, and media arts. The centre works towards the creative expressions of artists, their presentation, interpretation, and preservation of art. Walker Art Center is internationally recognized and is one of the most celebrated museums in the country.

13 km from city center

Island

The 18-acre large calf island in Boston is filled with a detailed amount of history back in 1875. The island was home to smaller fishermen who fished for lobsters and later hosted illegal boxing matches. The island does not have a hotel or any place to reside but is home to a large range of vegetation that grows on the fertile thin layer of Calf island soil.

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₹3,928

10 km from city center

Island

Gallops island is one of Boston’s only islands that was used during both the world wars. The island served as a place for schools for bakers and chefs as well as had a school for radio technicians during the first world war. The rocky island beach offers a scenic view of the clear blue ocean. Gallops currently houses a medium size inn and a restaurant.

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₹3,928

13 km from city center

Island

Boston's largest island of 68 acres the Great Brewster island has a beautiful view of the Masachussetes bay as well as the four lighthouses present in the harbour. The large island has a trail that visitors can take a peaceful walk on. The trail covers a salt marsh, gull breeding grounds and nurseries, the remains of a military bunker and observation post, and the stone wall foundations of summer (Read More)cottages.

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₹3,928

14 km from city center

Island

The Green Island in Boston also known as the North Brewster island is a small island of hardly 17.5 acres of land. The island is rocky and is home to several birds like the herring gulls, black-backed gulls, cormorants, barn swallows, red-winged blackbirds during their nesting season. The island is more common among fishermen due to the increasing number of striped bass fish.

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₹3,928

14 km from city center

Island

Like the name suggests the LIttle Brewster island has a total size of 7 acres of land. The island housed the famous Boston Light which was one of Boston’s most famous lighthouses. The island was used to send signals to navigators during the storms. The island is now an active U.S coast guard navigational aid. Since the island is a coast guard facility entry on the island is prohibited although cru (Read More)ise tours around the island are operational.

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₹3,928

13 km from city center

Island

The little calf island is a small and otherwise uninhabited as well as barren island on the Boston Harbour. The island is not a very explored island and has no signs of any vegetation or human life. The island is more of a home to seagulls during their nesting time.

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₹3,928

11 km from city center

Island

The Lovells island is a spacious 62-acre island located in the midst of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. The island has a great history with respect to all native Americans. The island is also home to a wide range of flora and fauna. The camp is ideal for a weekend getaway from the hustle of the city. The rocky Lovells island had also been suggested as a location for the Statue of Liberty because of i (Read More)ts beauty and scenic views of the sunset from the Atlantic and the skyline of the city.

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₹3,928

14 km from city center

Island

The middle Brewster island is a 9-acre island located on the outer part of the Boston Harbour. The Island is surrounded by sharp cliffs and steep rocks. The island is home to almost no vegetation. The only life seen there is the seagulls during their nesting time.

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₹3,928

9 km from city center

Island

The Nixes island is one of the smaller islands on Boston's harbour that gets covered and uncovered by the rising tides of the Atlantic. The island has a prominent black and white structure of white wood shaped in a pyramid placed on granite. The structure is a day beacon which acts like aid to navigation for the sailors and also acts as a warning sign for the hazards of the ocean.

15 km from city center

Island

Just like its neighbours the Outer Brewster Island also gets its name from William Brewster, the first preacher of the Plymouth community. The island has an extremely rocky shoreline which restricts humans from using it. Outer Brewster was originally used as a granite quarry and is now used by birds during nesting. Currently, the land does have walking trails for people to discover the flora and f (Read More)auna of the 20-acre island.

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₹3,928

10 km from city center

Island

The 21 acres of land of the Rainsford island was productively used for farming and grazing by the native Americans. The land was later used to build a quarantine hospital, veterans hospital and a boys reform school. The tiny but magnificent island has a rocky and sandy shoreline with underdeveloped trails for the visitors to look at the beautiful sunset and mystical ocean.

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₹3,928

14 km from city center

Island

The Shag Rocks are a group of 8 ancient rocks that are located in the centre of all the Brewster islands. The rocks have been the reason for several shipwrecks in the ocean, which is why the Boston Light on the Brewster is kept as a warning sign for sailors.

15 km from city center

Island

The Grave is the outermost region of the Boston Harbour and is currently the tallest lighthouse among the three in the Boston Harbor. The lighthouse is currently active and acts as a navigational guide to the coast guard. Visitors are currently restricted from visiting the grave. Although a two-hour narrative tour is held for the visitors to know more about the Graves.

6 km from city center

Island

One of Boston's most accessible and ecologically diverse islands, Thompson Island is 170 acres of land has multiple purposes and is home to a variety of vegetation and life. Several weddings, gatherings and parties have taken place on this island. It also has several programs for students ages 12-17 years. The Thompson island is only open on Saturdays, Sundays and summer holidays to the general pu (Read More)blic.

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₹3,928

2 km from city center

Monument

Bunker Hill Monument is a site of prominence with more than two-centuries-old history. It was built over a span of 17 years to commemorate the first battle between the British and the American revolutionaries, known as the ‘Battle of Bunker Hill’.

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₹2,989

4 km from city center

Landmark

Harvard University is a prestigious name that no one is unaware of. This reputed institution is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was established in 1636. Harvard University is a world-renowned university with star-studded alumnus ranging from eight U.S. presidents, over 160 Nobel laureates, and many Olympic winners.

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₹1,964

2 km from city center

Commercial Street

The Newbury street in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the earliest developed roads in the city. Previously a part of Boston Harbour, it is over a mile long and stretches across Arlington Street in the east to Brookline Avenue in the west. Not only is Newbury Street known for its historical significance and brownstone architecture, but it is also one of the world’s most expensive streets.

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₹2,733

Church & Cathedral

King’s Chapel is an Anglican worship church which is built in the Georgian style. It is one of the finest architectural designs and sits in the heart of Boston city. Built in 1754, it is the first Unitarian church in the country and operates throughout the week. King’s Chapel is open to visitors throughout the week via various guided tours for students and visitors alike.

11 km from city center

Landmark

Fort Warren is situated on Georges Island and is a National Historic Landmark. It is named after Dr Joseph Warren and is known for its role in the Civil War, WWI, WWII, and is a brilliant example of coastal engineering. Fort Warren is a pentagonal fort which is 40-50 minutes ferry ride away from Boston and is a bastion fort.

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Mary Baker Eddy Library is located in Boston, Massachusetts, on the grounds of the Christian Science Center at Massachusetts Avenue. It was opened in 2002 for the public and is founded by Christian Science founder, Mary Baker Eddy. Mary Baker Eddy Library is an 11-story structure that holds the manuscripts and letters by her and is a must-visit place for history, architectural, and religious enth (Read More)usiasts.

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199 Things To Do In Boston

105. BU Beach

106. Revere Beach

107. Seven Mile Road Church

108. Renewal Church Boston

109. Old South Church in Boston

110. Hillsong Church Boston

111. First Church in Boston

112. First Baptist Church of Boston

113. Community Church of Boston

114. Church of the Covenant

115. First Lutheran Church of Boston

116. Emmanuel Episcopal Church Of Boston

117. Redemption City Church

118. Church of the Advent

119. Mosaic Boston Church

120. Boston's Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

121. Hub Church South Boston

122. St. Stephen's Catholic Church

123. Old West Church

124. Arlington Street Church

125. Aletheia Church

126. Robert Klein Gallery

127. Robert Klien Art Gallery

128. SoWa Artists Guild

129. Galerie dOrsay

130. Gallery NAGA

131. Vose Galleries

132. Krakow Witkin Gallery

133. Gallery Kayafas

134. Laconia Gallery

135. Steven Zevitas Gallery

136. Walker Contemporary

137. Calf Island

138. Gallops Island

139. Great Brewster Island

140. Green Island

141. Little Brewster Island

142. Little Calf Island

143. Lovells Island

144. Middle Brewster Island

145. Nixes Mate

146. Outer Brewster Island

147. Rainsford Island

148. Shag Rocks

149. The Graves Boston Harbour

150. Thompson Island

151. Bunker Hill Monument

152. Harvard University

153. Newbury Street

154. Kings Chapel

155. Fort Warren

156. Mary Baker Eddy Library

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