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Haymarket Square Farmer's Market is one of City things..

1. Haymarket Square Farmer's Market

7.7
96 Blackstone St (btwn North St & Hanover St), Boston, MA
Farmers Market · Downtown Boston · 50 tips and reviews

Bloomingdale'sBloomingdale's: Bostonians have shopped here for two centuries. The alfresco Friday-Saturday scene is pretty no-frills – simple tents, vendors shouting loud – but the prices on produce can’t be beat.

Bond Restaurant & Lounge is one of City things..

2. Bond Restaurant & Lounge

250 Franklin St (Oliver Street), Boston, MA
Bar · Financial District · 34 tips and reviews
Tavern at the End of the World is one of City things..

3. Tavern at the End of the World

8.2
108 Cambridge St (at Carter St.), Boston, MA
Pub · Charlestown · 38 tips and reviews
Zume's is one of City things..

4. Zume's

7.0
223 Main St, Charlestown, MA
Coffee Shop · 39 tips and reviews
Omni Parker House is one of City things..

5. Omni Parker House

7.7
60 School St, Boston, MA
Hotel · Downtown Boston · 130 tips and reviews
Bobby from Boston is one of City things..

6. Bobby from Boston

19 Thayer St, Boston, MA
Vintage and Thrift Store · South End · 10 tips and reviews
Louis is one of City things..

7. Louis

60 Northern Ave, Boston, MA
Clothing Store · Seaport District · 13 tips and reviews
Shake the Tree is one of City things..

8. Shake the Tree

8.3
67 Salem St, Boston, MA
Boutique · North End · 7 tips and reviews
South End Open Market @ Ink Block is one of City things..

9. South End Open Market @ Ink Block

8.7
375 Harrison Ave (at Traveler St), Boston, MA
Farmers Market · South End · 59 tips and reviews
Vlora Bar and Restaurant is one of City things..

10. Vlora Bar and Restaurant

545 Boylston St (btwn Clarendon & Dartmouth), Boston, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Back Bay East · 24 tips and reviews
Beehive is one of City things..

11. Beehive

8.8
541 Tremont St (btwn Clarendon & Berkeley St), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · South End · 256 tips and reviews
South End Buttery is one of City things..

12. South End Buttery

8.6
314 Shawmut Ave (at Union Park St.), Boston, MA
Café · South End · 168 tips and reviews
Hamersley's Bistro is one of City things..

13. Hamersley's Bistro

553 Tremont St (at Clarendon St), Boston, MA
French Restaurant · South End · 42 tips and reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Boston is one of City things..

14. Four Seasons Hotel Boston

9.0
200 Boylston St (at Charles St), Boston, MA
Hotel · Back Bay · 34 tips and reviews
The Liberty Hotel is one of City things..

15. The Liberty Hotel

8.4
215 Charles St (at Fruit St), Boston, MA
Hotel · West End · 206 tips and reviews
The Bristol Lounge is one of City things..

16. The Bristol Lounge

200 Boylston St (at Arlington St), Boston, MA
Lounge · Beacon Hill · 46 tips and reviews
Warren Tavern is one of City things..

17. Warren Tavern

8.7
2 Pleasant St (at Main St), Boston, MA
Pub · Thompson Square - Bunker Hill · 95 tips and reviews
Downtown Crossing is one of City things..

18. Downtown Crossing

4.7
24 Winter St, Boston, MA
Shopping Mall · Beacon Hill · 48 tips and reviews

Vanessa G.Vanessa Gatlin: That popcorn stand can't possibly taste better than it smells...can it?

Christopher Columbus Park is one of City things..

19. Christopher Columbus Park

8.9
Atlantic Ave. (at Atlantic Ave.), Boston, MA
Park · Waterfront · 41 tips and reviews

Vanessa G.Vanessa Gatlin: Probably one of the most understated romantic spots in the city. I will go on the record as saying that if someone were to propose to me here, I'd have a hard time saying "no"!

Hennessey's is one of City things..

20. Hennessey's

6.5
25 Union St (btwn Hanover & North), Boston, MA
Pub · Downtown Boston · 55 tips and reviews

Vanessa G.Vanessa Gatlin: If you park in the garage over Haymarket Station, they'll validate your parking here!

The Fill-A-Buster is one of City things..

21. The Fill-A-Buster

7.0
142 Bowdoin St (btwn Beacon St. & Derne St.), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 29 tips and reviews

Vanessa G.Vanessa Gatlin: Great local eat. The chicken kebabs and house dressing are to die for!

Faneuil Hall Marketplace is one of City things..

22. Faneuil Hall Marketplace

8.7
1 S Market St (at Congress St & North St), Boston, MA
Historic and Protected Site · Downtown Boston · 201 tips and reviews
Regina Pizzeria is one of City things..

23. Regina Pizzeria

9.2
11 1/2 Thacher St (at N Margin St.), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · North End · 178 tips and reviews
Modern Pastry Shop is one of City things..

24. Modern Pastry Shop

8.6
263 Hanover St (btwn Cross & Richmond), Boston, MA
Pastry Shop · North End · 159 tips and reviews
Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge is one of City things..

25. Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge

I-93 (US 1), Boston, MA
Bridge · 33 tips and reviews
Feast of Madonna Della Cava is one of City things..

26. Feast of Madonna Della Cava

3 Battery St. (btwn Commercial & Hanover), Boston, MA
Arts and Entertainment · Waterfront · No tips or reviews
Marliave is one of City things..

27. Marliave

10 Bosworth St (btwn Province & Tremont), Boston, MA
New American Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 108 tips and reviews
Four Winds is one of City things..

28. Four Winds

266 Commercial St, Boston, MA
Sports Bar · Waterfront · 7 tips and reviews
Langone Park is one of City things..

29. Langone Park

8.3
542 Commercial St (btwn Charter & Foster St), Boston, MA
Park · North End · 4 tips and reviews
Parcel 7 Garage is one of City things..

30. Parcel 7 Garage

136 Blackstone St, Boston, MA
Parking · Downtown Boston · 5 tips and reviews
Target is one of City things..

31. Target

6.0
180 Somerville Ave (Mallory Ct), Somerville, MA
Big Box Store · 32 tips and reviews
Lesley University - Student Center is one of City things..

32. Lesley University - Student Center

47 Oxford St (Mellen St), Cambridge, MA
Student Center · Aggasiz - Harvard University · 2 tips and reviews

33. Nail Sensation Salon

194 Bunker Hill St, Charlestown, MA
Nail Salon · No tips or reviews
Emack & Bolio's is one of City things..

34. Emack & Bolio's

6.2
1 Chelsea St, Charlestown, MA
Ice Cream Parlor · 17 tips and reviews
Downtown Crossing is one of City things..

35. Downtown Crossing

7.1
Washington St. (at Summer St.), Boston, MA
Plaza · Downtown Boston · 42 tips and reviews
H&M is one of City things..

36. H&M

350 Washington St (btwn Franklin St & Milk St), Boston, MA
Clothing Store · Downtown Boston · 24 tips and reviews
Beantown Pub is one of City things..

37. Beantown Pub

7.0
100 Tremont St (at Bosworth St), Boston, MA
Pub · Downtown Boston · 119 tips and reviews
Zo is one of City things..

38. Zo

8.2
3 Center Plz, Boston, MA
Greek Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 26 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of City things..

39. Starbucks

7.0
12 Winter St (at Music Hall Pl), Boston, MA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Boston · 28 tips and reviews
Mooo.... is one of City things..

40. Mooo....

7.9
15 Beacon St (btwn Bowdoin & Somerset), Boston, MA
Steakhouse · Beacon Hill · 74 tips and reviews
The Rattlesnake Roof Deck is one of City things..

41. The Rattlesnake Roof Deck

384 Boylston St, Boston, MA
Roof Deck · Back Bay East · 24 tips and reviews
Poe's Kitchen at the Rattlesnake is one of City things..

42. Poe's Kitchen at the Rattlesnake

384 Boylston St (btwn Arlington & Berkeley St.), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Back Bay East · 63 tips and reviews
The Tip Tap Room is one of City things..

43. The Tip Tap Room

8.7
138 Cambridge St (at Staniford St), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 123 tips and reviews
Stephi's on Tremont is one of City things..

44. Stephi's on Tremont

571 Tremont St (at Union Park St.), Boston, MA
New American Restaurant · South End · 64 tips and reviews
Ball and Buck is one of City things..

45. Ball and Buck

144B Newbury St (at Darmouth St), Boston, MA
Men's Store · Back Bay East · 16 tips and reviews
niche. urban garden supply is one of City things..

46. niche. urban garden supply

8.4
619 Tremont St, Boston, MA
Garden Center · South End · 4 tips and reviews
Leader Bank Pavilion is one of City things..

47. Leader Bank Pavilion

8.4
290 Northern Ave (at Seaport Blvd), Boston, MA
Music Venue · Seaport District · 54 tips and reviews
Museum of Science is one of City things..

48. Museum of Science

9.0
1 Science Park (at Monsignor O'Brien Hwy), Boston, MA
Science Museum · 203 tips and reviews
The Westin Boston Waterfront is one of City things..

49. The Westin Boston Waterfront

7.6
425 Summer St (at D St), Boston, MA
Hotel · Seaport District · 95 tips and reviews
Tantric Indian Bistro is one of City things..

50. Tantric Indian Bistro

123 Stuart St (btwn Charles & Tremont), Boston, MA
Indian Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 31 tips and reviews
Anna's Taqueria is one of City things..

51. Anna's Taqueria

7.9
242 Cambridge St (at Garden St), Boston, MA
Mexican Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 51 tips and reviews
Back Deck is one of City things..

52. Back Deck

6.4
2 West St (at Washington St.), Boston, MA
Burger Joint · Chinatown - Leather District · 51 tips and reviews
Terramia Ristorante is one of City things..

53. Terramia Ristorante

7.9
98 Salem St (at Parmenter St), Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · North End · 20 tips and reviews
The Barking Crab is one of City things..

54. The Barking Crab

8.3
88 Sleeper St (at Seaport Blvd.), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Seaport District · 177 tips and reviews
The Black Rose is one of City things..

55. The Black Rose

8.1
160 State St (at Commercial St), Boston, MA
Irish Pub · Financial District · 112 tips and reviews
Brownstone is one of City things..

56. Brownstone

7.3
111 Dartmouth St (btwn Columbus & Stuart), Boston, MA
Bar · South End · 40 tips and reviews
Coogan's is one of City things..

57. Coogan's

6.5
171 Milk St (at India St), Boston, MA
Bar · Financial District · 57 tips and reviews
Douzo is one of City things..

58. Douzo

8.2
131 Dartmouth St (btwn Columbus & Stuart), Boston, MA
Sushi Restaurant · South End · 122 tips and reviews
Hurricane O'Reilly's is one of City things..

59. Hurricane O'Reilly's

6.1
150 Canal St (at Valenti Way), Boston, MA
Bar · Downtown Boston · 26 tips and reviews
Teatro is one of City things..

60. Teatro

177 Tremont St (btw Avery and Boylston), Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 44 tips and reviews
Clerys is one of City things..

61. Clerys

6.2
113 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA
Bar · South End · 68 tips and reviews
wagamama is one of City things..

62. wagamama

7.2
quincy market building, 1 s market street, Boston, MA
Asian Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 83 tips and reviews
Earl of Sandwich is one of City things..

63. Earl of Sandwich

7.6
1B Charles St, Boston, MA
Sandwich Spot · Beacon Hill · 22 tips and reviews
Via Matta is one of City things..

64. Via Matta

79 Park Plz, Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · Back Bay · 22 tips and reviews
Beerworks Brewing Co. is one of City things..

65. Beerworks Brewing Co.

112 Canal St (at Valenti Way), Boston, MA
Brewery · Downtown Boston · 122 tips and reviews
The Living Room is one of City things..

66. The Living Room

101 Atlantic Ave (at Richmond St.), Boston, MA
Lounge · Waterfront · 41 tips and reviews
Strega Waterfront is one of City things..

67. Strega Waterfront

1 Marina Park Dr (at Fan Pier), Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · Seaport District · 37 tips and reviews
Picco is one of City things..

68. Picco

8.6
513 Tremont St (at E Berkeley St), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · South End · 174 tips and reviews
Dbar is one of City things..

69. Dbar

8.2
1236 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA
New American Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews
Dante is one of City things..

70. Dante

40 Edwin H Land Blvd (Royal Sonesta Hotel), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · East Cambridge · 39 tips and reviews
Scollay Square is one of City things..

71. Scollay Square

6.9
21 Beacon St (at Bowdoin St.), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 47 tips and reviews
Piperi Mediterranean Grill is one of City things..

72. Piperi Mediterranean Grill

1 Beacon St (Tremont), Boston, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 20 tips and reviews
The Fill-A-Buster is one of City things..

73. The Fill-A-Buster

7.0
142 Bowdoin St (btwn Beacon St. & Derne St.), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 29 tips and reviews

Suffolk UniversitySuffolk University: Use your Ram Card here!

Union Oyster House is one of City things..

74. Union Oyster House

8.2
41 Union St (at Hanover St), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 281 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: It has been open to diners since 1826 & is known as the oldest restaurant in the United States of America. In 1796 Louis Philippe, King of France in 1830, lived in exile on the second floor.

Quincy Market is one of City things..

75. Quincy Market

8.8
1 Faneuil Hall Sq (btwn Clinton & Chatham), Boston, MA
Historic and Protected Site · Downtown Boston · 327 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This pavilion was constructed 1824–1826 & named in honor of Mayor Josiah Quincy, who organized the construction without any tax or debt. It stretches 365 feet & led to the opening of six new streets.

James Hook & Company is one of City things..

76. James Hook & Company

9.0
440 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 91 tips and reviews
Sullivan's is one of City things..

77. Sullivan's

8.5
2080 Day Blvd, Boston, MA
Hot Dog Joint · D Street - West Broadway · 49 tips and reviews
Beacon Hill Bistro is one of City things..

78. Beacon Hill Bistro

7.6
25 Charles St (Chestnut St), Boston, MA
Hotel Bar · Beacon Hill · 38 tips and reviews
Patio @ Intercontinental Hotel is one of City things..

79. Patio @ Intercontinental Hotel

510 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA
Beer Garden · Downtown Boston · 2 tips and reviews
Tangierino is one of City things..

80. Tangierino

7.6
83 Main St (at Monument Ave.), Charlestown, MA
Moroccan Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews
Capitol Lounge is one of City things..

81. Capitol Lounge

229 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 2nd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Capitol Hill · 53 tips and reviews

82. Nanette Lepore Boston

119 Newbury St (between Clarendon St & Dartmouth St), Boston, MA
Boutique · Back Bay East · 1 tip

Rue La LaRue La La: Our go-to place for delicate blouses and perfect party dresses in bold in-season colors.

29 Newbury is one of City things..

83. 29 Newbury

29 Newbury St (btwn Arlington & Berkeley), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · Back Bay East · 24 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: This intimate bistro’s got a killer summer selection: Pair their (legendary) fish tacos with sangria and the heirloom tomato salad.

Beaucage Salon & Spa is one of City things..

84. Beaucage Salon & Spa

8.6
71 Newbury St (btwn Berkeley & Clarendon), Boston, MA
Spa · Back Bay East · 14 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Make a beeline for the owner and chief stylist, Dean. He has an incredible eye whether we want a look that’s sleek and modern or artfully mussed.

Via Matta is one of City things..

85. Via Matta

79 Park Plz, Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · Back Bay · 22 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Chef Michael Schlow has traveled extensively throughout Italy, and his culinary learnings there are what make his cuisine so inspiring (and authentically Italian).

Trident Booksellers & Cafe is one of City things..

86. Trident Booksellers & Cafe

8.9
338 Newbury St (btwn Hereford St & Mass Ave), Boston, MA
Bookstore · Back Bay West · 310 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Incredible breakfast, all day long. You'll have to wait if you go during brunch on weekends, but we say it's worth it. Try the ricotta stuffed french toast for brunch or sweet potato fries for lunch.

87. Bellini Baby Furniture

Uncategorized · Prudential - St. Botolph · 1 tip

Rue La LaRue La La: Outfitted with everything our little ones could possibly need, from beds and cribs to armoires and desks, each piece is handcrafted and made to be both stylish and functional.

Boston Chocolate Tours is one of City things..

88. Boston Chocolate Tours

7 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Other Great Outdoors · Back Bay East · 1 tip

Rue La LaRue La La: Pick your favorite neighborhood, then get ready to explore the area's best sweets. They even offer in-home events and classes so you can impress all your friends with your chocolate-making know-how.

Bukowski Tavern is one of City things..

89. Bukowski Tavern

7.6
50 Dalton St (btwn Belvidere & Boylston), Boston, MA
Dive Bar · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 147 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Intimate atmosphere for brews and bites, including $2 burgers before 8PM, Monday-Friday. Can't decide on a beer? Have the bartender spin the wheel and choose it for you. Take note: it's cash only.

injeanius is one of City things..

90. injeanius

8.2
441 Hanover St (at Salutation St.), Boston, MA
Boutique · Waterfront · 5 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Tucked away in the North End, this charming boutique offers 30+ brands of designer and upcoming denim, along with a staff that will ensure you find the best-fitting pair possible.

Riccardi is one of City things..

91. Riccardi

6.7
116 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Clothing Store · Back Bay East · 12 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: High-end designer styles from Commes des Garcons to Rodarte make this the number one spot for outfitting local style editorials. The hand-picked selection for men and women can't be beat.

21st Amendment is one of City things..

92. 21st Amendment

7.3
150 Bowdoin St (at Beacon St.), Boston, MA
Pub · Beacon Hill · 33 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: A hole-in-the-wall spot with a cozy dining room and bar, serving up some seriously stellar pub fare. You'll feel like you've discovered Beacon Hill's best-kept secret.

Isis Parenting is one of City things..

93. Isis Parenting

397 Massachusetts Ave (at Franklin St.), Arlington, MA
Children's Clothing Store · Arlington Center · 3 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: From baby toys and strollers to new parenting classes, this one-stop kid's boutique is more than just a boutique, it's a whole community for parents and their little tykes.

Osushi is one of City things..

94. Osushi

10 Huntington Ave (at the Westin Hotel), Boston, MA
Sushi Restaurant · Prudential - St. Botolph · 16 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: Take a break from your Newbury Street shopping to indulge with a colorful plate of fresh sushi and sashimi. It's fuel for the soul - or at least fuel to carry your shopping bags.

Lucky's Lounge is one of City things..

95. Lucky's Lounge

8.2
355 Congress St (at A St), Boston, MA
Bar · Seaport District · 94 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: If Moscow Mules and Prohibition-style locales are your thing, Lucky's offers some of the best - pub fare, classic drinks (the Moscow Mule is served in a copper mug) and Sinatra brunch on weekends.

Sonsie is one of City things..

96. Sonsie

8.1
327 Newbury St (btwn Hereford & Massachusetts Ave.), Boston, MA
Wine Bar · Back Bay West · 121 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: If you like breakfast, but like hash brown potatoes even more, then brunch at Sonsie is an absolute must. Sit by the open window, then get ready to enjoy a brunch you won't soon forget.

Boston Body Pilates is one of City things..

97. Boston Body Pilates

7.9
8 Newbury St (Arlington Street), Boston, MA
Pilates Studio · Back Bay East · 2 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: As if we thought this studio couldn't get better, Zayna Gold created Boston Body Barre - a perfect fusion of Pilates and Barre workouts. Either program you choose, a fit new figure is yours.

Wine Bottega is one of City things..

98. Wine Bottega

7.7
341 Hanover St (btwn Fleet & Prince), Boston, MA
Wine Store · North End · 12 tips and reviews

Rue La LaRue La La: We love the spectacular selection of wines and the fact that they offer a drive-thru service – no more navigating North End parking.

Oleana is one of City things..

99. Oleana

9.3
134 Hampshire St (btwn Elm & Norfolk), Cambridge, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Inman Square · 130 tips and reviews