Top 7 Fun Things To Do in Boston

Walk the Freedom Trail to trace history, relax in historic Boston Common and the Public Garden, stroll the Rose Kennedy Greenway’s public art installations, browse Harvard’s campus in Cambridge, attend free outdoor concerts or movies on the Esplanade, catch the free TAC tram at the ICA.

Spring (May–June) and autumn (September–October) are ideal for visiting Boston. Mild temperatures, blooming gardens, and fall foliage mix with fewer crowds and seasonal festivals. Summers burst with outdoor concerts and boat rides, while winter draws cozy holiday markets. Plan around school breaks to avoid peak tourist rush.

Boston delivers free fun things to do for kids: splashing with sharks at the New England Aquarium, exploring dinosaurs at the Museum of Science, meeting animals at Franklin Park Zoo, sailing Swan Boats on the Public Garden pond, riding Duck Tours through streets, hands-on exhibits at the Children's Museum, and playground time on Boston Common.