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- Best hikes for children?
- Local DJs to check out
- Best parks and playgrounds
- Frugal family fun
- Favorite ice cream parlors
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Visiting Boston
Boy, we have some ideas for you. Check out our fabulous Boston guide.
Boston 101
For students who are new to the Boston area, the Boston Globe's interns offer a primer of their favorite things to do.
Audio tours-de-force
Just download, grab your headphones, and start walking.
Best hotel bars
Stop into the Hub's hotels for signature drinks and ambiance galore. Cheers!
Audio tours-de-force
Just download, grab your headphones, and start walking.
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Shopping tip of the day
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Local star-gazing spots
Star light, star bright: Take a closer look at the heavens at these area observatories. Who said that learning can't be out-of-this-world?
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- From the Globe Sky's the limit
Bring the kids
Put down the video games. Don't just sit on the couch. We asked eight local families to give us their suggestions for family fun and activities around the city.
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The best playgrounds
See Boston.com readers' favorite spots to swing, slide, and fly kites. Then, get out!
- from the globe Five playgrounds to try
- Talk Your park and playground picks?
Where to shop
Need a baby gift? Looking for play clothes? Whatever duds your tyke likes to rock, we’ve got them covered. Literally.
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Boston tours guide
Spring is blooming in the city — why not tour Boston with the kids? From Duck Tours to Freedom Trail walks, we've got you covered.
It pays to be a kid in Boston
Did you know that children under 12 can ride the T for free with an adult? Or that ice skating on the Frog Pond is free for kids?
- Talk Ideas for frugal family fun?
- from the globe Before the clock strikes 12
A trip to the Children's Museum
Take a peek into this waterfront museum. Create life-size bubbles or climb through a three-story maze &mdash there is so much to learn, see, and do!
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Find more local events
- Bostoncentral.com A complete guide to fun, family-friendly events around New England.
- Dailycandy.com Are you a hip parent? Check out this site for the coolest kids events in Boston.