The following is a list of places of interest around the Boston area. You may want to check these out while you're in town.

Historic Sites

• The Freedom Trail
  A red line that snakes its way along Boston's streets past historic site after historic site, The Freedom Trail takes you on a journey through Boston of the 18th century. Visit historic sites such as The Old State House, the Boston Massacre site, and The Old North Church and stop along the way to find the final resting places of historic figures such as Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, John Hancock, and even Mother Goose.
  Hours: Varies by location
  Location: Starts in Boston Common near the Park Street subway station
  Admission: Varies. Most sites are free.
  Distance from Anime Boston: Subway ride - Green Line inbound to Park Street station.


• USS Constitution
  Nicknamed "Old Ironsides", the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. A hero of the War of 1812, Old Ironsides is once again docked at the Charlestown Navy Yard and open to public tours.
  Hours: 10am - 4pm (Thu-Sun)
  Location: Navy Yard, Charlestown
  Admission: Free
  Distance from Anime Boston: Subway ride - Green or Orange line inbound to North Station, make your way down Causeway St. to North Washington Avenue. To your left is the Charlestown Bridge. Get over to the right side of the bridge and cross it to the first light. Turn right onto Chelsea St. and, at the third traffic light, make a right turn. Shortly, you will come to a stop sign and see the National Park Service gate guard at the entrance to Charleston Naval yard. Just walk right in and you shall see the USS CONSTITUTION ahead of you.

Museums

• Museum of Fine Arts Boston
  The Museum of Fine Arts Boston exhibits paintings, sculptures, and other works of art from the region and around the world. Tours are available as well as special children's programs.
  Hours: 10am - 4:45pm (Sat-Tue), 10am - 9:45pm (Wed-Fri, part of museum only - rest of museum only open until 4:45pm)
  Location: 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston
  Admission: $17 for adults
  Distance from Anime Boston: Subway ride - Green Line "E" train from Prudential Center to Museum of Fine Arts


• Museum of Science
  Originally opened in 1864, the Museum of Science features fascinating exhibits that make science fun! The museum features more than 400 exhibits in 14,000 square feet of exhibit space which includes a two-story high 2.5 million-volt Van de Graaff generator. The museum also houses The Charles Hayden Planetarium and The Mugar Omni Theater (with a five-story high domed screen).
  Exhibit Hours: 9am - 5pm (Sat-Thu), 9am - 9pm (Fri)
  Location: Science Park, Boston
  Admission: Varies
  Distance from Anime Boston: Subway ride - Green line inbound from Prudential stop to Science Park.


• The New England Aquarium
  Not your normal aquarium, The New England Aquarium is home to a 200,000 gallon tank with its own coral reef. The reef accommodates not only sharks, sea turtles, barracuda and moray, but also hundreds of smaller exotic tropical fishes, and it is one of the most detailed and scientifically accurate recreations of its kind. Not to be outdone by the Museum of Science, The New England Aquarium also has its own IMAX theater.
  Hours: 9am - 5pm (M-F), 9am - 6pm (weekend)
  Location: Central Wharf, Boston
  Admission: Varies
  Distance from Anime Boston: Short subway ride - Green line inbound to Government Center, Blue line to Aquarium.


• The New England Acquarium's Whale Watch
  Enjoy the view as this high-speed catamaran whisks you safely to the whale feeding grounds just 30 miles east of Boston, where you'll glimpse the largest animals to ever live on Earth. Our destination is Stellwagen Bank, a busy feeding area for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life. On this fun family voyage, whale sightings are guaranteed! In the rare event we do not see any whales, passengers will receive a complimentary New England Aquarium Whale Watch ticket. New England Aquarium is one of the leading marine conservation organizations in the world-let us show you what experience offers!
  Hours: Departs at 10 am daily for a 3 to 4 hour tour
  Location: Central Wharf, Boston (New England Aquarium dock)
  Admission: Varies
  Distance from Anime Boston: Short subway ride - Green line inbound to Government Center, Blue line to Aquarium.

Tourist Traps

• Boston Duck Tours
  You've never toured Boston in anything that comes close to Boston Duck Tours. The fun begins as soon as you board your "DUCK", an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. You'll be greeted by a tour ConDUCKtor, who'll be narrating your tour. You'll cruise by all the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts, from the golden-domed State House to Bunker Hill and the Fleet Center, Boston Common, and Copley Square to the Big Dig, Government Center to fashionable Newbury Street, Quincy Market to the Prudential Tower, and more. Just when you think you've seen it all, your ConDUCKtor splashes your DUCK right into the Charles River for a breathtaking view of the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
  Hours: Tours depart rain or shine, 7 days a week, every half hour from 9am to approximately one hour before sunset.
  Location: Departing from Prudential Center, Boylston Street, Boston
  Admission: $27 Adult, $24 Student, $18 Child (3-11), $5 (Child Under 3)
  Distance from Anime Boston: Purchase tickets at the Prudential Center, the boarding area is on Huntington Avenue in front of Shaw's Supermarket.


• Old Town Trolley Tour
  If the Boston Duck Tours are not your cup of tea, there is the Old Town Trolley Tour. Similar to that of the Duck tours there is a main difference, you can ride this trolley all day. Your ticket will let you on and off the trolley as much as you want for the duration of that day, if you decide to see all the sites at once, this tour will last approximately 2 hours. Sites include the Freedom Trail, USS Constitution, Faneuil Hall, New England Aquarium, Chinatown, Cambridge MIT, just to name a few.
  Hours: Tours depart rain or shine, 7 days a week, approximately every half hour from 9am to 5pm from each of the trolley stops.
  Location: Closest Trolley stop is across from the Sheraton Boston's entrance at the Hilton.
  Admission: $32 Adult, $28 Students/Seniors, $10 Children 3-12
  Distance from Anime Boston: Purchase tickets at the Sheraton Boston Concierge Desk, they accept cash only or room charges.


• Cheers' Bar, (originally "The Bull & Finch Pub," Hampshire House)
  In 1982, Hollywood came to Boston and found the Bull & Finch Pub at the foot of Beacon Hill. The small pub became the inspiration for the setting of the TV series Cheers. The outside is what you saw in every episode...just don't expect the inside to look like it does on the TV show.
  Hours: 11am - 2am
  Location: 84 Beacon Street, Boston
  Distance from Anime Boston: Short Subway ride - Green line inbound to Arlington Street. Walk through the Public Garden to Beacon Street.


• Fenway Park Tours
  For the absolute baseball fan, especially Red Sox Fans. Come seem America's most beloved ballpark. These tours give you the inside look and the behind the scenes look of the ballpark.
  Hours: Every hour 9am-4pm
  Admission: $12 for Adults, $11 for Seniors, $10 for Children
  Location: Yawkey Way, Souvenir Store
  Distance from Anime Boston: Short Walk from hotel, maps are available from the concierge


• Faneuil Hall Marketplace
  Once the final waterfront destination of local fisherman, Faneuil Hall (pronounced "fan-you'll", rhymes with "annual") and Quincy Market are now a couple blocks inland...but things haven't changed much. The Faneuil Hall area is still a buzzing commerce center. Any shopping trip in Boston isn't complete without a trip to the Faneuil Hall Marketplace. If you're looking for designer shoes or some greasy fast food, you can find it all here.
  Hours: 10am - 9pm (M-Sat), Noon - 6pm (Sun)
  Admission: N/A
  Location: Faneuil Hall, Boston
  Distance from Anime Boston: Short subway ride - Green line to Government Center, walk past City Hall, go down all of the stairs and across the street.


• Harvard Square
  Pahk the cah and take the T in to the legendary Harvard Square. If you're shopping for clothing, books, music, comics, or even anime, Harvard Square should be your first stop. Anime fans will be delighted with Tokyo Kid and Chibi Toys in the Garage Mall. If comics are your thing, you can choose from Million Year Picnic (which carries a selection of English-language manga) and New England Comics. There are so many restaurants, bars, and pubs in the area that you'll have a hard time deciding which ones to visit.
  Hours: Varies
  Admission: N/A
  Location: Harvard Square, Mass. Ave, Cambridge
  Distance from Anime Boston: Subway ride - Green line inbound to Park Street, Red Line to Harvard.