CITY SPOTLIGHT
History-rich Boston remains timeless … and timely
BY PAT HENDERSON
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“ Boston visitors encounter a thriving modern city , truly one of the most beautiful and oldest cities in America . Once you walk the streets of Beacon Hill , South End or Cambridge , you will fall in love . You ’ ll want to visit the nation ’ s oldest ballpark ; cruise , sail or paddle the harbor or river ; sample the astounding variety of seafood , craft beer and spirits being produced in New England ; and choose from a dizzying array of museums , attractions and walking tours .”
— Stacy Thornton , senior manager , tourism sales for the Greater Boston CVB
For more information , contact Stacy Thornton of the Greater Boston CVB at sthornton @ bostonusa . com or visit bostonusa . com .
New tours of the old city
Thornton says one of the best ways to experience her city ’ s rich culture is through themed sightseeing tours . She recommends checking out the following new tours that provide a fresh look at different aspects of Boston history :
The Freedom Trail Foundation has developed a new group program , the Revolutionary Women Tour . This 90-minute guided walk focuses on four centuries of women who , through their own struggles for freedom and equality , helped change history .
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The Revolutionary Women Tour
Launched in 2016 , Boston Crime Tours offers a look at the life and times of infamous local mobster James “ Whitey ” Bulger , as well as some of the city ’ s other notorious characters . Both walking and bus tours are available .
The unique Mobsters and Lobsters Trolley Tour also details Boston ’ s storied and sinister past . Groups visit notorious neighborhoods , mobster hideaways and sites of historical heists before sitting down for a lobster dinner . An optional 45-minute wine tasting can be added .
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