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Boston Travel Information
One of America's oldest settlements, Boston is an ideal choice for a
really rewarding city break.
Today's visitors find a warm welcome in Boston, through the famous Tea
Party of 1773, when chests of British tea were thrown into the harbour,
is still remembered.
Boston at night
Now striking modern buildings sit beside old colonial architecture; the
leafy public parks and the harbour beckon after a day's spending spree
in the stylish shops.
Whether you come to retrace Paul Revere's path along the Freedom Trail
or enjoy a beer in 'Cheers', you'll find 'America's most civilised city'
a joy to discover.
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Boston Travel and Flight
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Getting There
Scheduled flights to Boston can be booked online with direct flights from the
UK with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines.
You can also fly from your local airport with a change in London, Europe
or the US. The flight time to Las Vegas is approx 7 hours.
To book flights to Boston or to get just a quote, click on the 'Cheap
Flights' button!
Discount hotels in Boston are also available to book online, just visit our 'Hotels
Abroad' page for online availability.
Getting Around Boston
The 'T' underground system runs across the city and over the river for
those wanting to visit Harvard.
Harvard University, Boston
Things to See and Do in Boston
Follow the 1 1/2 mile Freedom Trail that traces Boston's role in the
American Revolution. Admire Copley Square and Beacon Hill's town houses.
Visit the famous Museum of Fine Arts, take an amphibious 'duck tour' or
take the T to the Harvard Campus.
Try whale watching off the Cape Cod coast, enjoy Quincy Market or drop
into TV's 'Cheers Bar'.
Visit the Cheers Bar
For designer bargains try Filene's basement. At one of the many
restaurants, try Boston clam chowder or New England lobster.
Weather
Daily average temperatures (Approx) 'C
JAN 2 FEB 3 MAR 4
APR 12 MAY 19 JUN
24 JUL 27 AUG 26 SEP 22 OCT
17 NOV 9 DEC 4
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Main Attractions in
Boston
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Freedom Trail
Follow the red brick line which connects Boston's 16 most
important historical and colonial sites. Maps for this two and a
half mile self guided walk are available at the Visitors
Information Centre on Boston Common.
Follow the red line for the 'Freedom Trail'
Boston Common and Public Garden
The oldest in America, established in 1634, now a place for music,
baseball, skateboarding and many special events throughout the
year.
U.S.S Constitution
'ld Ironsides' is the U.S. Navy's oldest ship and proud winner of
42 sea battles with the British in the war of 1812. The museum
displays memorabilia.
John F Kennedy Library and Birthplace
A memorial to Boston's most famous son, it has a collection of
Kennedy memorabilia including his famous rocking chair, a section
of the Berlin Wall, the presidential desk and many unique
documents and photographs. Located outside of central Boston as is
JFK's birthplace at 83 Beals Street in Brookline.
Skywalk Observatory
Prudential Tower offering breathtaking panoramic views of Boston
and beyond.
Harvard
Across the Charles River in Cambridge is the renowned Harvard
University (arguably the finest in America) plus numerous
bookstores, museums and restaurants.
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Boston by Cheap
Online Flights
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Boston - Highlights
> See the famous Boston Tea Party attraction
> Walk the Freedom Trail that links the historical sites of the
War of Independence
> Say 'Cheers' in the famous bar
> Home to the 'Red Sox' baseball team
> Cross the Charles River and visit Harvard University
Book yourself a flight or city break to Boston with Cheap Online Flights.
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