Looking to explore the city?

Check out some of our favorite spots in Bahston.

Eat & Drink in Back Bay

  • Legal Sea Foods

    If you’re looking for a classic New England meal, visit Legal Sea Foods in Copley Place. Be sure to grab a cup of the famous clam chowder!

  • Stephanie’s on Newbury

    Stephanie’s on Newbury is an institution in Boston. Enjoy some “sophisticated comfort food” right in the heart of Back Bay.

  • Select Oyster Bar

    Get your oyster fix at Select Oyster, a local seafood restaurant and raw bar in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood.

  • Saltie Girl

    The original Saltie Girl (sorry, LA!) this new, hip sister restaurant to Stephanie's on Newbury serves oysters, smoked fish, and variations on crudo.

  • Parish Cafe

    If you want a quick casual bite, walk down to Parish Cafe, located right on Boylston Street and just steps from Boston’s Public Garden.

  • Little Whale

    An ode to the seaside clam shacks and raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a set in a charming Newbury Street brownstone.

  • Contessa

    A rooftop restaurant in the heart of Boston, enjoy one of the city’s hot spots for some delicious elevated-dining.

  • OAK Long Bar + Kitchen

    Pop over to OAK Long Bar + Kitchen for some craft cocktails, good eats and fabulous people watching.

  • Raffles

    A favorite for Sara and her friends, visit Raffles for some rooftop dining, yummy cocktails and delicious dining.

  • Rochambeau

    Located on the outskirts of the Prudential shopping center, visit Rochambeau for some tasty french cuisine.

  • Eataly

    You can never go wrong with Eataly! Enjoy some fresh, homemade pasta then stroll through the Prudential shopping center.

  • Delux Cafe

    If you’re looking for a late night bevvy, visit Sara’s favorite dive bar in the city, best known for its retro decor and year-round Christmas lights.

Activities

  • Newbury Street

    Stroll up and down Boston’s iconic Newbury Street! Here, you'll find upscale boutiques, cozy cafes, and charming 19th-century brownstones and architecture. Visit 229 Newbury to see Sara’s old stoop and stomping ground!

  • Boston Public Library

    Established in 1848, the Boston library is absolutely stunning and rich with history, including being the first large free municipal library in the United States! Visit for free and have stay for some tea in the Courtyard Tea Room.

  • Boston Common and Public Garden

    Spend some time in the “oldest park in the United States” for some lovely greenery, live music, swan boat rides and historical sites (like the Make Way for Ducklings sculpture!)

  • Freedom Trail

    Boston's iconic 2.5 mile-Freedom Trail connects 16 nationally significant historic sites, each one an authentic treasure, all around Boston!

  • Charles Street

    A quick walk from Back Bay, spend some time strolling the beautiful cobblestone streets and brownstone buildings. Grab a cup of coffee or pop into a local boutique or pub. Sara and her two besties, Caitlin and Marlee, used to frequent The Sevens when we lived together after college!

  • Charles River Esplanade

    Walk along the Charles River and find a spot along the way to go kayaking, rent a sale boat or have a picnic! Hit up DeLuca’s on Charles Street for some yummy cheese, wine and drinks.

  • Fenway Park

    This one needs no intro. Visit the oldest baseball stadium, home to the BEST baseball team in the MLB. GO SOX BABY!

  • Encore Boston Harbor

    A special addition for our Vegas-lovers: Visit Encore, the Vegas of Boston. Go on and gamble your hearts out!

  • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

    Isabella Gardner was the visionary creator of one of the most remarkable and intimate collections of art. A Venetian palace in the middle of Boston, Gardner's home is now a museum displaying her impressive, eclectic collection of European, American and Asian art, including sculpture, paintings, furniture, ceramics and textiles.

  • Museum of Fine Arts

    More than 100 galleries of art make the Museum of Fine Arts one of the top things to do in Boston and one of the best art museums in the world.

  • Harpoon Brewery

    Visit the Harpoon Brewery in the Seaport District and sip on New England’s finest IPA! Also highly recommend a warm pretzel (or two) with all the sauces!

  • Boston Duck Tour

    Experience the best introDUCKtion to Boston with this fully narrated, historic tour by the city's most notable landmarks, and right into the Charles River!