Lonely Planet Boston

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Boston.

Discover Boston's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from following the Freedom Trail to see where history unfolded and stargazing with astronomers at the Coit Observatory, to indulging in oysters, clam chowder, and lobster rolls in the Seaport District.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Boston travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips.
• All new structure and design that's easy to use, so you can navigate Boston effortlessly.
• Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities.
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go, and more.
• Vibrant photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Boston.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Boston Common to the Museum of Fine Arts and Harvard University.
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.
• Connect with Boston culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.
• Covers: Downtown & Chinatown; North End & West End; Beacon Hill & Boston Common; Back Bay; Fenway-Kenmore; South End; Seaport District & South Boston; Charlestown; Cambridge; Streetcar Suburbs, plus day trips to Boston Harbor Islands; Hingham; Quincy; Plymouth; Provincetown; Minuteman Bikeway; Lincoln; Lexington & Concord; Lowell; Salem; Newburyport.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Boston.