You're a Bostonian. You've been to Fenway. That much we can safely surmise. And of course you've heard of the Fenway Park Tours. You probaby recommended them to your friends from out of town. But have you ever actually been on one? No? Well, you should get on that asap and here's why: 5 Reasons Why Fenway Park Tours are Awesome: 1. Backstage pass to special parts of the park including the press box, Green Monster seats, luxury boxes and more. 2. Super-knowledgeable tour guides. 3. Really good Yankee jokes. 4. Cheap tickets: $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, $10 for kids. 5. You're going up …
We love Charlestown, but sometimes we're looking for something a bit more spontaneous and progressive. So where do we go when we're craving something hip and zany? Davis Square in Somerville is a good choice. It's got the whole quirky thing down pat while also providing some great restaurant and shopping options. Anchoring the neighborhood is Somerville Theatre, one of our favorite theaters in Boston, which also houses The Museum of Bad Art downstairs. What's that, you ask? Well, it's exactly what it sounds like. A real museum that celebrates the worst of the worst. And some of it's been …
Boston's fourth largest Harbor Island has gone from what the New York Times once called "a 100-acre hell hole, three miles from Boston," into the most idyllic refuge for birds, trees, plants and people. The former dumping ground for 4,000,000 cubic yards of material dug up during the Big Dig, a $165 million long-standing mandate from a federal judge to clean up Boston Harbor has transformed it into today's go-to spot for swimming, bird-watching and hiking in a lush setting with stunning city views. 5 Reasons Why Spectacle Island is Awesome: 1. This is the highest spot in Boston Harbor and …
It's true: Dining out options are somewhat limited in Charlestown, but local restaurants offer a surprising variety of dishes. Here's a list of several of the neighborhood's restaurants, arranged by flavor. Asian Chow Thai Cafe, 187 Main Street.A beloved take-out option, great for dining in too. If you need a place for a lunch meeting, consider this one.American Fare Family Kitchen, 198 Bunker Hill Street.It's been described as "a hidden gem" and it's famous for its subs. Grasshopper Cafe, 229 Bunker Hill Street.THE place to go for breakfast or brunch in Charlestown. Italian and Italian-…
Olivia Browning Charlestown's Olivia Browning is a hub of some of the finer things The Town has to offer. The store, at 20 City Square, has everything from classy dining sets to Melissa & Doug arts and crafts supplies. Olivia Browning's Merchandising Specialist, Lisa Kerr (a Charlestown resident), identified Vietri and Mariposa products as some of their top sellers. Vietri, an Italian imports company, makes both the plain white ceramics in the arrangement that greets customers as soon as they enter and the light-hearted sea turtle plates that line the back wall. Mariposa, a silver company …
One of the things I love about Charlestown is that within walking distance of my front door, I have access to lots of resources and services to create my own mini-retreat weekend, right here in the neighborhood. When I got to thinking about what my perfect wellness weekend might include without having to leave my neighborhood, I thought of things like this: Get a Massage One of the best post-exercise activities (and certainly an activity that should be part of any wellness weekend) is massage. Massages are great because they can be customized depending on what you’re like to get out of it. …
The story of the cemetery behind St. Francis de Sales Church is, in many ways, a major part of the story of Charlestown. A tale of mystery and sadness, the cemetery history contains some of the rich legacy of Irish immigration that has shaped the community Charlestown is today. There are at least 9,000 "souls" buried in the cemetery. Hundreds of those buried there between 1845 and 1850 were children of the Irish potato famine -- children who crossed the Atlantic for a better life, but did not live long enough to see it. At the burial ground’s entrance there is a memorial Celtic Cross …
The Wading Pool in the Navy YardThe kids' wading pool in the Navy Yard is not only a destination for keeping cool in the summer—it's also beautifully designed and situated in one of the best parts of Charlestown to spend a summer day. After your kids take a few sprints through the pool, you can go for a stroll along the HarborWalk, watch the boats float in and out of the Courageous Sailing pier or hang out at the playground. If you need snacks or lunch, you've got a handful of convenient stores, cafes and restaurants within walking distance. Cost: FreeWhen to Go: The park is open seven days a…
A walk from the edge of the Navy Yard through Paul Revere Park and over the locks to North Station is a story of old Boston, today's Boston and a lesson in both beauty and decay. It's also an incredibly direct commute from the neighborhood to downtown Boston, a shockingly quiet place to spend an afternoon and one of many spots in Charlestown to take in views of the harbor, the city and Charles River from perspectives that most people never get to see. Which Way to Go The boundaries of the Navy Yard are littered with rusty tools that pay homage to the neighborhood's naval past. You're …
Patch will help be your guide as you become a tourist in your neighborhood. Whether you're new to the area or want to explore the city you've loved for years, we're here to show you what there is to see. Check back to Charlestown Patch daily to see what excursion is next. We will feature stories, photos and videos showing off the best of Charlestown. And you can tell us what you love, and we'll include it as part of our project. We hope this project encourages you to shop local, eat local and be local. Patch wants to show you how much your own neighborhood has to offer. And although …
