Boston's Beacon Hill Neighborhood

Plan your Beacon Hill adventure

Beacon Hill is one of Boston's smallest and most historic neighborhoods, featuring a mix of grand townhouses and fashionable shops. Stroll down Charles Street to spy pricey antique shops, enticing cafes, and swanky clothing boutiques.

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For a coffee fan's hot spot

For a coffee fan's hot spot

This stainless steel, heated cup plugs into your car's cigarette lighter or your computer's USB port, so you can have a warm drink whether you're commuting, on a road trip, or working in an airport lounge.

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  • Spire

    International flavors, a stylish dining room, superb local ingredients, and an unfailingly inventive...More
  • No.9 Park

    One of Boston's most acclaimed restaurants sits in the shadow of the State House, an area better...More

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Boston's melting pot

Boston's melting pot

Beacon Hill was settled in 1625 and its always diverse history is traceable - and walkable - nearly 400 years later
Blocks with style

Blocks with style

Explore an interactive audio map of Newbury Street's finer points.
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Boston on a budget

Plan a perfect picnic

Check out our suggestions for locations, supplies, and provisions. We did all the heavy lifting — all you have to carry is the well-stocked basket.
Best of secret spaces

Best of secret spaces

Hidden T stations, behind the scoreboard, inside famous clock towers, and more — take a peek around Boston's hidden gems and secret spots.
'The Donkey Show'

25 things to do under $25

Experience the best of Boston's art, music, and culture scenes for $25 or less.
literary tour of boston

Take a literary tour of Boston

From the streets of Back Bay to the State House dome, discover the Boston sites that have inspired dozens of authors.
Flowing (and not-so-flowing) fountains

Flowing (and not-so-flowing) fountains

Discover fountains of all shapes and sizes throughout Boston.
boston best hotel pools

Boston's best hotel pools

Jump in and experience the city's coolest hotel pools. Grab a drink at the juice bar, see a rooftop view or relax in luxury.
Boston Public Garden

Explore the Garden

Boston's Public Garden draws thousands of visitors to its manicured grounds.
Boston in black and white

Black and white Boston

Take a trip down to the Harbor and see more scenes from the Hub's dramatic cityscapes.
Hotel cocktail guide

Hotel cocktail guide

Planning a night on the town? Check out our guide to the top Boston hotel bars and their signature cocktails.
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