Family-friendly things to do in Boston?

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5KNohno
5KNohno Posts: 503
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When we go on our family camping trip in the fall we will be coming back through Boston. I've checked Yahoo Travel and got the Massachusetts visitor guide for things to do, but I was wondering what someone from the area would recommend. We are on a budget so I don't want to waste money on tourist attractions unless they are actually worth the money. Any suggestions?

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  • 5KNohno
    5KNohno Posts: 503
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    When we go on our family camping trip in the fall we will be coming back through Boston. I've checked Yahoo Travel and got the Massachusetts visitor guide for things to do, but I was wondering what someone from the area would recommend. We are on a budget so I don't want to waste money on tourist attractions unless they are actually worth the money. Any suggestions?
  • ali106
    ali106 Posts: 3,754 Member
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    how fun!!!

    Well I am in and grew up in Boston...so I'd be happy to help...how old are the kids? what are some things you like to do....museums, tours, aquarium, shopping, ....I'll do my best!

    hugs!
    Ali
  • 5KNohno
    5KNohno Posts: 503
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    Thanks Ali!:smile:

    My kids are 11, 9, 7, 4, 2

    Historical, outdoors, educational, military - really anything would be great, well except shopping.:smile:

    You don't have to spend time getting all the info on the places. I can do that if you get me started in the right direction. There were lots of interesting looking things. I just didn't know if they were hyped up or if they were really worth it. Thanks again.:smile:
  • areason4stars
    areason4stars Posts: 86
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    My fathers from Boston. When I was 11, we went to Boston for vacation for the first time. We were up there for a week. He was so thrilled to show me his hometown.

    The childrens museum was a highlight and I have heard in the years it has just got better .

    http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/index.html

    I also loved the swan boats. Its even more fun if your kids are familiar with the book "Make Way For Ducklings"

    http://swanboats.com/new/welcome.shtml

    I am a bit nerdy so I really liked the history tours , but some kids wouldnt like it as much. Its a lot of walking, not sure with the little ones.

    http://www.thefreedomtrail.org/


    This tour was neat too
    http://www.trolleytours.com/boston/



    HTH


    Have a great trip!

    Cant wait to show my son the city one day ! :)
  • 5KNohno
    5KNohno Posts: 503
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    Bump - hubby wanted to know how the planning was going. Thanks to everyone who gave suggestions. Any more?:smile:

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