Discover Cape Cod sand dunes and Boston's historic streets on an expedition cruise from Halifax. Our Expedition Team will enrich your experience by offering fascinating presentations about each place we're exploring together.
1. Take a Tour of Boston
No matter if it is your first trip or you are an established resident looking for something different, Boston provides something to excite every traveler. From its historic Freedom Trail to steaming bowls of clam chowder and everything in between, Boston's longstanding history remains evident today in its offerings.
For visitors seeking to experience Boston in just a short period, sightseeing tours that make the most of two-day visit are ideal. One such tour is walking the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail, famous for its 16 historical sights that trace American history. Completion can take just two or three hours.
Other popular tours that cater to all travelers include visiting Fenway Park - home of the Boston Red Sox baseball team - or touring Harvard University. Boston is well known for its elite educational institutions and these beautiful buildings should not be missed by students or education enthusiasts.
Boston offers numerous attractions for fans of culture and sports alike. A visit to Old North Church should be on any history buff's bucket list; nearby are Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution for added interest. And for something fun yet informative aboard an amphibious Duck bus!
Don't miss your opportunity to participate in the Boston Tea Party - the event which triggered America's Revolutionary War! Step back in time to rebellious 1773 Boston and learn more about its significance with your host from that period - then grab a tea bag from the harbor and throw it into the same waters where the Sons of Liberty did 240 years ago!
2. Walk the Freedom Trail
One of the best ways to explore Boston's rich past is via its 2.5-mile Freedom Trail. Comprised of 16 historic sites, this path allows visitors to see life from colonist perspectives while learning about events that helped shape America's fight for independence. Passersby can enjoy self-guided tours using maps available at the Visitor Center or participating attractions or book guided tours with local guides for an enhanced experience.
Visitors who opt to explore the trail on their own can see most of its sites within several hours or spend all day touring them; some popular examples are Paul Revere House, Old North Church, and Bunker Hill Monument.
National Park Service and private organizations both offer guided tours, with guides often donning Colonial costumes to add an authentic experience. Most guided tours last 1.5-2 hours and provide lively yet educational history lessons while walking the 2.5-mile trail.
Boston is the cradle of American history, and each year four million visitors to its historic churches, graveyards, and parks that make up the Freedom Trail come to learn about our nation's origins - however, these visits often neglect to mention slavery as a contributing factor in the Revolutionary War.
Suzanne Segura Taylor, executive director of the Freedom Trail, acknowledges that more needs to be done to raise awareness of slavery's place in Boston's past. To this end, her organization has long trained guides on discussing it; one grave marker in Old North Church Cemetery bears Frank's name who was believed to have been Hancock's enslaved servant.
3. Go Whale-Watching
Whale-watching tours are one of the most thrilling ways to experience Massachusetts' coastal waters. Massachusetts' vast ocean coastline serves as an ideal habitat for various marine mammals such as blue, gray, and humpback whales - perfect places for you to spot these magnificent creatures! Stellwagen Bank or Jeffrey's Ledge offers great chances to spot these magnificent beings; bring binoculars (or a camera with a zoom lens) along so that you get the best views possible.
If you're planning a whale-watching cruise, be sure to book tickets early as these tours tend to sell out quickly. Also, keep in mind that weather conditions can influence your chances of seeing whales; ideal whale-spotting conditions include sunny and clear weather conditions.
Whale-watching tours often provide more than just whale spotting - they also offer education about marine life from knowledgeable guides who are often marine mammal specialists from attractions like the New England Aquarium. Their naturalist guides are eager to share their expertise with guests of all backgrounds.
Here are a few additional tips for whale-watching expeditions:
Bring some chapstick if your lips tend to dry out easily, as well as something warmer if the weather on the open water can be windy and cold. A sweater or light jacket might also come in handy - and if you are prone to motion sickness it is recommended that a preventative medication be taken before embarking on any tour.
Gloucester is one of the area's premier whale-watching spots, where you'll find several cruise companies offering whale-watching cruises. One such provider is Captain John Boats, which has been providing double-decker boats to hold up to 280 passengers on whale-watching cruises of approximately four hours with guaranteed sightings and naturalist services provided onboard.
4. Enjoy a Taste of 'Down East' Culture
At the easternmost point in the United States, nature abounds with breathtaking natural beauty. From ocean, coast, and inland wonders - to cultural treasures such as Downeast & Acadia's rich heritage and distinct spirit of independence - every moment can become breathtakingly beautiful.
Sailors often used the term "Down East" to refer to a direction on a sail, such as "downwind." Over time, however, this phrase came to symbolize Maine and its vibrant coastal region; today it continues to capture this distinctive region.
From Bar Harbor to Roosevelt Campobello, some attractions and experiences celebrate its traditions, history, and landscape. Discover its rich Native American roots, European settlement history, and Revolutionary War history as well as marvel at Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park's natural splendors.
Contemporary artists' work will also be on display, live music will be performed by local performers and you can feast on delicious seafood and lobster dishes. Explore the natural history of the area - discovering marine life in tidal pools; sailing out into whale-filled waters on cruises; or taking a schooner through Old Sow, an enormous natural whirlpool - learning all along the way!
Author Allan Wood is an educator at New Hampshire Seacoast Community College who specializes in business, photography, and digital media studies. In his free time, he enjoys researching and photographing New England lighthouses - something which fuels his passion! Allan lives near his family on New Hampshire's seacoast with them.
5. Dine on Succulent Maine Lobster
Maine is famous for its lobster, the sweet, flavorful crustacean that thrives in its cold Atlantic Ocean waters. Dating back to 1616, lobstering remains an integral part of life for generations of fishing families who call Maine home, while serving up tasty lobster dishes at restaurants across the state - such as traditional Maine lobster rolls (served on warm split-top brioche buns with mayo and butter) or delicious New Shell lobster with melted butter - classic options that showcase its sweet, succulent taste are popular dishes served up at restaurants around Maine!
Enjoy delicious lobster bisque, tacos or salad to complement a succulent Maine lobster experience. When eating an entire lobster be sure to wear a bib since eating this creature can become messy; use claw crackers and forks to break open its shell to extract its meat; enjoy firm and sweet lobster tails too.
At Nauti Lobstah, we specialize in serving delectably fresh Maine lobster in various dishes that highlight its natural sweetness. From 1-pound boiled lobsters with lemony drawn butter to jumbo baked lobsters with scallops and shrimp fillets stuffed inside, our culinary team carefully crafts each lobster for maximum enjoyment. Plus, our lobster comes directly from top New England seafood purveyors, so every time will be an exceptional experience.
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