Tourist Attractions in Boston, MA

The city of Boston may be known as a center for education and the regional home to various federal agencies and other law and government institutions, its tourism industry actually comprises a huge chunk of its economy. In 2011, it was able to play host to a whooping 21.2 million domestic and international visitors. Most tourists are enthralled by Boston’s role in the history of the United States which is evidenced in the number of historic sites found in the city. A lot of these places can be found along the Freedom Trail, marked by a red line of bricks on the ground, and includes chapels, burial grounds, monuments and the Massachusetts State House. Tourists also frequent the Boston National Historical Park, the New England Aquarium and several museums. Many people, especially those aiming for higher education, also come to the city to study in one of its many prestigious colleges and universities.

There are 38 tourist attractions found in Boston, MA. This is 7% of all tourist attractions listed in Massachusetts. The major types of tourist attractions listed here are museums and landmarks. Then there is also nature attractions listed in Boston. You may find a list of all categories of Boston attractions on this page. Click on a category to find all attractions of Boston of that type.

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