r/BostonMA 5h ago

Out-of-Towner Traveling to Boston for the first time with my 84 y/o dad in October, looking for advice

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Traveling to Boston for my first time with my 84 y/o dad in October. For his age, he's still very spry, walks a couple miles a day, is currently on vacation with my mom in the English countryside. He had a health scare back in February, doing great now, but after that I decided I'd like to take him on a trip while I still can, and he chose Boston.

I was thinking of staying in the Back Bay area. Google said this is a great walkable area. Is this a good call? Or are there other neighborhoods I should consider?

I'm hoping to avoid renting a car and instead mostly walk on the trip (or using an uber whenever necessary). How is the public transport in Boston? Should I reconsider and rent a car? Would the Back Bay neighborhood be a good spot to stay if I want to avoid renting a car?

Any must see sites/activities I should consider? I'll admit I know very little about Boston. My dad is very big into history and loves a good museum (particularly historical). When I asked him what things he might want to do, the only thing he said he knew of or was interested in was the "Freedom Trail." Looking for other suggestions.

Thanks in advance!


r/BostonMA 42m ago

Missing Locket with Last Memories of Mom

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r/BostonMA 12h ago

ClassPass Boston

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Here’s 5 bonus workouts when you join ClassPass, on me 😊 https://classpass.com/refer/N0KEFKB521


r/BostonMA 1d ago

Politics Persis Yu and Michael Rush speak at the German Centre

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r/BostonMA 1d ago

Where to stay.

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r/BostonMA 1d ago

Help Requested Lease takeover (reposting)

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r/BostonMA 1d ago

Local Event Big Night Live - Boston

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hi, anyone have any experience brining in nips/shooters into BNL?
and how in depth they search you at the door?
as a women they usually check my purse but not my person so I would have an opportunity to place items in different areas.
any advice would be appreciated, thanks


r/BostonMA 2d ago

Need gone by end of day on the 1st

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I’ve posted on facebook marketplace but I’m not getting a lot of responses and I’m looking to get rid of all of this by EOD the 1st. I was originally going to take a lot of it with me but things have changed so I’m willing to let this stuff go for much less than I paid for it people just need to come pick it up. I’m in Burlington MA.

I’ve got a King mattress from mattress firm and Ease adjustable base, purchased about 2 years ago for a few thousand if anyone wants both of those things for $500 or just one for $250. Mattress protector been on since the day I got the mattress. It’s a really nice and comfortable mattress.

Tv Stand dimensions are approx 70Lx30Hx15W like new condition

Hutch dimensions are approx 63Lx76Hx16W like new condition

Cubes are 3ftLx3ftHx9inW fair condition there’s scratches on the top and side. Cubes will not include the cloth drawers

Send me your best offer. If you’re interested happy to send more pics and information if you DM me. All in Burlington.


r/BostonMA 1d ago

Moving to Boston need help with area

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Hi! Does anyone have any knowledge about Allston area? I’m looking to move for a contract and wanted to know more about the area if it’s a good vibe and still feeling like Boston/ close to the city :)


r/BostonMA 2d ago

Out-of-Towner Boston For the 1st time!

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Going to be in Boston at the end of October for the Notre Dame Navy game at Foxborough. staying in the Back Bay area of Boston close to Fenway. Looking for recommendations for bars / Restaurants in the area. Prefer good local sports bars / restaurants. Any local hidden gems In that area??Thanks in advance! Also places to avoid ??


r/BostonMA 2d ago

Join a Lease

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r/BostonMA 2d ago

Boston For the 1st time!

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r/BostonMA 2d ago

Breeze vapes

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r/BostonMA 3d ago

Local Event Craft night: 9/10, public shop & gallery, 6:30-8:30, tix on Eventbrite

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r/BostonMA 3d ago

Tell Cancer To Take A Hike [10/24/26]

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r/BostonMA 5d ago

Help Requested Masked person wearing different feminine costumes/dresses outside Trinity Church / the Hancock Tower who repeatedly stands in the wind and lets their skirt blow up.

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Does anyone have information on this person? Seen around Boston but most prominently outside trinity church/200 Clarendon. My coworkers and I need to know more info on this reoccurring character.

Frequently goes in trinity and changes to more sultry outfits… lets the wind blow up their skirt and records it with a selfie stick.

We are lowkey invested.. sos anyone have information on this diva?


r/BostonMA 4d ago

Seeking pug for purchase

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Seeking to buy pug as soon possible. Willing to pay up to $1.5K as soon as possible and go higher if necessary. Open to similar breeds.

Also would consider renting if you want to keep them.

Thank you!


r/BostonMA 4d ago

Boston Trip for first time ever

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r/BostonMA 5d ago

More Afrobeats Please @ Icon 8/28

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Vibes by DJ Augi and DJ TeeBreezy ⚡️

https://posh.vip/e/more-afrobeats-please?t=rh


r/BostonMA 5d ago

Help Requested Visiting Boston for the first time during Labor Day Weekend! Need recommendations <3

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Visiting Boston for the first time during Labor Day Weekend. Please send some recommendations! What should I see/do/eat (vegetarian or vegan)/ hike or any such activities? Thank you! So excited!


r/BostonMA 6d ago

Lease takeover

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r/BostonMA 6d ago

Help Requested Need Boston tailor recs!

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r/BostonMA 6d ago

Book club for moms❤️❤️

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r/BostonMA 6d ago

Lease takeover

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r/BostonMA 6d ago

Looking for farm tomatoes

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