Lonely Planet Pocket Boston

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Boston is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Visit the historic Paul Revere House, cycle along the Charles River, and catch a baseball game at Fenway Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Boston and make the most of your trip!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Pocket Boston:

Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak.

Experience the city with full-colour maps and travel photography throughout.

The book features highlights and itineraries that help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests.

Discover insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots.

Find essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices.

Enjoy honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.

The book includes a convenient pull-out Boston map (included in print version), plus over 17 colour neighbourhood maps.

Benefit from a user-friendly layout with helpful icons, organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

Explore the areas covered: Charlestown, West End & North End, Beacon Hill & Boston Common, Downtown & Seaport District, South End & Chinatown, Back Bay, Kenmore Square & Fenway, Cambridge, and more.

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Pocket Boston, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Boston with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.

Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, extensively covering all of Boston’s neighbourhoods? Check out Lonely Planet’s Boston city guide.

For more extensive coverage, check out Lonely Planet’s USA guide for a comprehensive look at all that the country has to offer.

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