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5 on 5 things to do in Boston
Liferay is excited to be in Boston this October for the Liferay Symposium North America. This year’s Back Bay venue captures the historic beauty of Bean Town as well as reflecting its modern cityscape.
Even though you’re in town for business, there’s plenty of time for taking in the sights and sounds of Boston. Best of all, you don’t even need a car. If you’re staying at the Sheraton Boston (special Symposium rate until September 22), here’s a handy guide of things to do within walking distance and beyond.
Copley Place Shopping Mall: 0.1 mile
Prudential Tower Skywalk: 0.1 mile
Boston Duck Tours: 0.3 mile
Boston Pops: 0.3 mile
Frog Pond: 0.3 mile
Boston Public Library: 0.6 mile
House of Blues: 0.7 mile
Downtown Crossing: 1.0 mile
Fenway Park: 1.0 mile
Public Gardens/Swan Boats: 1.0 mile
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: 1.1 miles
Theatre District: 1.2 miles
Harvard University: 2.0 miles
Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall: 3.0 miles
Top 10 lists about things to do in Boston are plentiful enough. The historic city is packed with sights, attractions, architecture, nature, entertainment, and nightlife. Where do you go and what do you skip when you have just a day or night to see the city? Here's our take on five things (more or less) to do and see.
1. Wicked Cheap
Boston Common (1 mile): Beyond history, Boston is filled with a beautiful landscape. Enjoy a brisk walk in the Public Garden and watch the Swan Boats nearby. And just outside the Sheraton is the breathtaking Charles River Esplanade. If you’re up at night, star gaze for free at the Coit Observatory (1.3 miles).
Zagat’s Best Bites: Whatever you’re in the mood for, Boston won’t disappoint when it comes to local dining (0.6 mile). In addition to the tasty treats we'll be having at our Sunday Boston Bites and Beer Welcome Reception, you can also enjoy happy hour, flour power, cocktails, pubs, and some food truck grub to get your fill. Of course, you can’t forget the chowda. For outdoor fare, check out the SoWa Farmers Market (1.5 miles) on Sundays.
Museum of Fine Arts (0.9 mile): With over 450,000 pieces of art, the MFA houses one of the best collections in the world. If you’re a Bank of America cardholder, get in for free during the first weekend of every month. Closer to Symposium, you’re just a stone’s throw away from art galleries (0.2 miles) on Newbury Street.
4. Wicked Historic
Freedom Trail (3.0 miles): The 2.5 mile walking path leads to 16 historical city attractions: museums and meeting houses, churches, and burying grounds. The best part of the self-guided tour is that you can decide when and where to stop.
5. Wicked Weird
Offbeat Boston: If you’re looking for something off the beaten path, Boston has its share of odd things to do not found anywhere else. While not quite odd, the Mapparium (0.2 mile) is sure to garner a few “awes” with its three-dimensional perspective of the world. If you’re getting weirded out by all of this, you may prefer just to learn about the odd ways of Boston.
If there’s one thing that you’re not leaving home without, it’s your smartphone. Be sure to download the Liferay Events app to stay up to date at the symposium. And even for Boston, there’s an app for that. Check out the cool apps to know while in town.
And speaking of Boston, don’t totally give yourself away as a tourist - take a few notes about Boston English!
We look forward to seeing you in Boston!