Boston is the largest and most populous city in New England, a scenic region comprising six states in the north-eastern United States, all of which are popular travel destinations. It's a city you shouldn't miss the opportunity to visit if you're a student of American history, since it was the setting of famous events like the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Bunker Hill. Arrange a car rental from Boston Logan Airport to ensure that, as well as exploring Boston, you can enjoy the rest of Massachusetts, one of America's most fascinating states.
Boston is regarded as the cradle of the American Revolution, and one of the best ways to immerse yourself in its rich history is by following the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile path that takes in 16 locations of historical significance. Highlights include the USS Constitution, a wooden-hulled frigate launched in 1797, and a monument commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the first major battles in the American Revolutionary War.
Visited by more than 1.3 million people a year, the New England Aquarium is one of Boston's premier tourist attractions. It's home to thousands of aquatic creatures, including northern fur seals, giant Pacific octopus, blue penguins and Myrtle the green sea turtle. One of the most popular features at the aquarium is the shark and ray touch tank, the largest exhibit of its kind on the east coast.
Situated near Beacon Hill and the financial district, Boston Common is the oldest public park in the US and an ideal place to spend some time taking in the life and atmosphere of this great city. It's adjacent to the Public Garden, part of the Emerald Necklace park network, where you can see landmarks including a statue of George Washington.
You can arrange a car rental in Boston and head south to visit Cape Cod, which extends from the south-eastern corner of mainland Massachusetts. Following I-93 and MA-3 south, before taking US-6 east should get you to Cape Cod in just over an hour. This is one of the country's best known and most popular beach destinations, boasting some 560 miles of beautiful coastline and numerous walking paths to explore. Whale watching tours are also popular, offering opportunities to see humpback, fin, minke and sei whales.
Located about 60 miles south-west of Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States: Providence, Rhode Island, which was founded in 1636. Situated on the coast of Narragansett Bay, Providence is home to attractions including the Children's Museum and the Museum of Art at Rhode Island School of Design. In nearby Warwick, you'll find marinas, boatyards, seafood restaurants, public parks and beaches, as well as Goddard Memorial State Park, which features a nine-hole golf course.
During your time in Boston, it's worth taking a drive into central Massachusetts to see what this picturesque part of the state has to offer. One location certainly worth visiting is Old Sturbridge Village, a living history museum that provides an insight into life in a New England farming town in the mid-19th century. It can be reached by taking I-93 south out of Boston and following I-90 west into Massachusetts. The region is also home to many lakes, state parks and other noteworthy destinations.
If you're planning to rent a car in Boston, an economic, practical model will give you maximum freedom to explore the city and the surrounding region.
Boston Logan Airport
Some of the major roads around Boston and in the New England region charge tolls, such as I-90 and I-95.
July, with ten hours of sunshine per day, on average.
April tends to be the city's wettest month, with around 100 mm of rainfall on average.
Boston Wine Festival, St Patrick's Day, Boston Harborfest and Chowderfest