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Discover which of the many sides of Boston is for you. Learn about the American Revolution on a walk along the Freedom Trail or visit the galleries and skyscrapers of Downtown. Explore the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) at its waterfront home. Stroll genteel college campuses and gardens before spending an evening in the world-class restaurants of the trendy Beacon Hill area.

Background

You're never far from the water in central Boston – the major sights of Downtown and Beacon Hill cluster round leafy Boston Common park, with the Charles River on one side and Boston Bay on the other. Along the river to the east is where Bostonians go to enjoy themselves; follow them to watch baseball at Fenway Park or join them for top-notch modern dining in Back Bay.

First-time visit

You'll take a trip back in time on the Boston Freedom Trail, as the two and a half mile walk from Boston Common takes in star attractions. These include the Paul Revere House, a national colonial landmark and the oldest building in Downtown Boston, and the site of the Boston Massacre which was one of the precursors of the American Revolution. Head down to the bustling waterfront where sights like the ship USS Constitution (better known as Old Ironsides) jostle for your attention with fabulous fresh seafood restaurants. Don't forget to visit Newbury Street with its great architecture, open-air cafes and designer shopping.

Return visit

Wander the streets of America's third-biggest Chinatown for spicy Asian food and street-market arts and crafts. Join the writers, designers and architects in South End, a popular neighbourhood dotted with elegant Victorian houses, quirky galleries and peaceful parks. Cross the Charles River for a day among the five squares of the Cambridge district. The charming home of Harvard University, it is also the setting for the city's best Japanese restaurants.

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Logan International Airport

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Boston's Logan International Airport is New England's busiest air hub, flying 28 million passengers a year from four terminals. The airport is three miles northeast of downtown Boston, 15 minutes by bus or seven minutes by water taxi.

Airport Facts

Airport code: BOS
Airport website: Logan International Airport website
Airport tel: +1 617 561 1800
No. of terminals: Four
Distance from city centre: 3 miles (5km) northeast of Boston.
Transport between terminals: Moving walkways connect terminals A and E and the central garage. Free shuttle buses connect all the terminals to the subway, water taxi dock and car parks. Allow 20 minutes to transfer.
Airport parking: Hourly, daily and economy long-term car parks are available. Walkways connect all terminals to the central garage. Terminals B and E have additional facilities. A free shuttle connects the economy car park to the terminals. Payment is in advance at pay stations in cash (no coins) or by credit card. Kerbside parking outside terminals is forbidden. Drivers meeting arriving flights may wait in the free cell phone parking lot, five minutes from the terminals, for up to 30 minutes.
Time zone: GMT -5 (-4 in summer)
Useful tips: Logan is one of the most security-conscious American airports. Plan to arrive one hour before a domestic flight and at least two hours before an international flight. During college breaks, particularly the winter holiday that begins in mid-December, check in and clear security queues can be especially long.