Boston and Rhode Island
Now that spring is here, explore Boston, the cradle of American history, as well as the picturesque coastal state of Rhode Island.
Day 1: Cambridge, Harvard University and Boston
For the full Boston experience, discover these unmissable attractions.
- Harvard University: A guide in a New England-style costume recounts the history of this legendary campus before allowing visitors to stroll freely throughout its lush green lawns.
- Back Bay: This district in Boston is home to the 18th century Trinity Church, as well as Copley Place, a shopping mall housing restaurants, stores and office blocks.
Day 2: M.I.T. University, Boston Harbor Cruises, Skywalk and Quincy Market
Visitors can look forward to some historic monuments and beautiful views.
- M.I.T. University: Massachusetts Institute of Technology is known around the world as the cradle of engineering and innovation. Its library features an impressive dome.
- Boston Harbor Cruise: A morning cruise is the ideal way to see the city from a new perspective.
- Downtown stroll The tour continues with a stroll through Boston Public Garden, the beginning of Freedom Trail and the enviable district of Beacon Hill.
- Skywalk Observatory: The only observatory in New England that offers a panoramic view of the Boston area and beyond.
- Bustling market: Quincy Market is foodie heaven, with bustling counters containing specialities from the area and all around the world.
Day 3: Rhode Island and The Breakers
Impressive cliffs and beaches can be found all along the coast of this state which has retained the architectural charm that is typical of New England.
- Rhode Island : Despite being the smallest American state, Rhode Island’s punches well above its weight in terms of history and heritage.
- The Breakers : More than 20 historical lighthouses and sumptuous manors converted into museums recall the opulent lifestyles of the area’s residents and holidaymakers of the 19th century.
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