This cinema is quietly tucked away in Kendall Square. It's on the smaller side, but they still show…read moreall of the major films. There's a snack bar and even merchandise for sale. I was able to snag a Wicked tin and cup at no extra charge, which I honestly thought were cooler than the ones at larger chain theaters--and they offer free refills! The theater itself was very comfortable and nearly packed. The seats are large, plush recliners, though the space to pass by other guests is quite tight, making bathroom trips a bit challenging. Speaking of bathrooms, they're located upstairs and were freezing for some reason. Most of the women's stalls were also marked out of order, which was inconvenient. They seemingly have an issue with the heat as one of the theaters had no heat inside so they were offering refunds. Overall, this theater is really cute and has a lot of charm, but it could definitely use some renovations. That said, I'd still love to come back!

This place looks amazing and the seats in the theaters are very comfortable. But the staff is the…read moretrue star of the theater. They were funny and very helpful and the food there was delicious. They had some indie films and international films, that I couldn't get at some movie theaters. Truly a awesome place

AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO! A FREE EVENT! If you love the…read moreBeautiful Zakim Bridge in Boston & wished that you could walk across it, your wish has come true. The same architect who designed the Zakim Bridge has constructed a mini version of that bridge just for us. This is one of the Secret Hidden Gems of America that most people have never heard of or been to before. It is called The Christina & John Markey Memorial Pedestrian Bridge located in Revere MA. It is part of the Revere Transit Facility & The Streetscape Project. The west end of the bridge connects a bunch of different things together. It includes the Wonderland rapid transit, a bus station & parking garage with nearby housing units & an elevated Plaza with restaurants. Walk along the bridge over Ocean Ave & at the east end you will find yourself at a stone plaza right next to Revere Beach. Revere Beach is a historic beach because it is America's first public beach established in 1896. The Markey Bridge for short is a 151 foot long, 12 feet wide pedestrian bridge that Towers 52 feet above Ocean Avenue. The Markey Bridge is futuristic in design & looks like the strings of a Giant Harp. The bridge is illuminated at night by LED colored lights visible from The Boulevard & the sea. The iconic design was created by world renowned architect, Miguel Rosales. The final design and construction was led by the contractors Suffolk Construction Company. They used the Hot Dip galvanizing process. It was selected because of the extreme weather conditions of the 4 seasons & the salt air. This process provides good corrosion protection & good esthetic looks. The Markey Bridge is a single span cable stayed bridge; & is beautiful both day & night. The Bridge is named after Massachusetts representative Ed Markey's late parents. Markey was partially responsible for securing the bridge's funding. Some citizens have complained about the name of the bridge because Markey & his parents were never Revere residents. To make your trip worthwhile take a nice casual stroll along the beach & then head on over to the West end of the Bridge. There is a really good restaurant called Dryft. You can read my review for that too. Well Happy Travels & This is yet another FREEBIE! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really Rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!

Before going to Boston we added Good Will Hunting Bench on our itinerary and watched again the…read moremovie released in 1997 starring Robin Williams (amazing performance) and a young Matt Damon (talented). We made it our mission to find the exact bench where they filmed the scene while visiting the Public Garden so we went on a goose chase. It's not easy, but there's lot of info out there so we did find it, bonding with other fellow Angeleno-s who were also visiting and trying to find the bench. We managed to take photos of each other and it was a fun shared experience. We love finding movie locations so we enjoyed tracking another one while in Boston for a landmark film shot in the city!

It's emotional to sit on the Robin williams Matt Damon bench at swan boats Boston such an amazing…read moregifted actor comedian gone too soon and loved so much

It's free and interesting. You can see how the iron works ran back in the day. Great guided tour…read more Definitely worth visiting.

Free national park. Quiet, clean, and so much knowledge here. I love how this was 1600s and then…read moresomeone restored it in the 1950s. Rangers are kind and patient.

Views are great and have been since the original Skywalk opened. However, I wouldn't waste my money…read more- over $100 for 3 adults. Robbery!! There is little information about anything you are viewing and even the interactive display is more noise than substance. Where is the history about Back Bay or the Emerald Necklace? What about Revolutionary History ? I was raised here and this experience is nothing but a corporate money maker on unsuspecting visitors. Guests to Boston- we are so much more than this company shows! Lorna

WOW! they mean it when they say its THE view. Wrap-around, went here for my second corporate…read morefunction and the food is pretty good. No off-limits zones or things, we just cant bring drinks past the dining area. places to sit, stand, watch a brief slide show, it was a good time. I'd recommend it for an event for a corporation. I cannot speak to the individual prices.

I run everywhere in Somerville and today's course was through the monument. Nice view during the…read morerun. Grass area someone was working out which was nice as well. Good hill training.

AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO! A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING! I LOVE CASTLES! This is one of the Secret…read moreHidden Gems of America that most people have never heard about or been to before. The Prospect Hill Monument is a stone structure in the shape of a mini Castle & is located in Somerville, Massachusetts just outside of Boston. This is a residential area with homes. It is also a historic site & provides panoramic views of Boston & surrounding cities. There is also a small park in this neighborhood here with green grass, park benches & a good spot for picnicking & relaxing. It's great place to visit Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall with a changing natural New England landscape. BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU PARK OTHERWISE YOU MAY GET A TICKET. Park only at the signs where it says it's OK to Park; it's a residential area. You can also visit here by Mass Transit too. This site is only a few blocks away & up the hill from the bustling heart of Union Square. There are a lot of local businesses & eateries there. The medieval fortress tower was constructed out of stone & steel. It was built in 1903 to commemorate the site's military importance during the Revolutionary & Civil Wars. The Tower stands 4 stories tall. Climb the stairs to the the first outdoor open deck, & you'll see great views of Boston, Somerville, & Cambridge. The inside of the tower & top were open pre-pandemic periodically at various times. Check the website for current info & updates. Be sure to go all around the tower on the ground level. There are plaques with lots of detailed info all around the tower. Also check out all the signs throughout the Park telling you even more info about this spot & how it was instrumental in uniting the colonies. On January 1, 1776, General George Washington himself who would later become the first President of the United States, during the Revolutionary War hoisted the very first national flag of America on this very spot. It was called the Grand Union Flag & predates The Famous Betsy Ross Flag. Our current red & white Stripes with 50 Stars flag is not flown here. Lots of people miss this. Zoom in with your camera & you will see the First Flag of America. The Grand Union Flag is still flown here on top of the tower. It has red & white stripes but with the blue British Union Jack in the corner instead of the Stars. It's Pretty Cool that they still fly our very first national flag here. To make it worth your trip be sure to visit the extremely popular Union Square Donuts which has Great Donuts & is only a few blocks away. It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really Rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!

We were here to go to the aquarium and take a harbor cruise and decided to walk around a bit to…read morecheck out the area. This wharf is filled with history and it has a lot of fun things to do and see. If you like taking walks the harbor walk is very scenic, even if you see the airport in full view. There are a few places to eat and drink so if you get hungry there's stuff for you. Quite a few boats leave from this area, including ferries to the multiple islands in the harbor. All in all, this could be a quick visit, but it's a nice one even if it's quick.

We stopped at Long Wharf after a ferry ride. It drops you off here, near the Aquarium. Very lively…read morearea, pretty crowded when we visited, but fun and it has nice views. Lots of restaurants around, pretty touristy area.

On Boylston st. Just south where the Boston Public garden & Boston Common meet you can find the…read moreEdgar Allan Poe statue. Another cool statue that you can stumble upon just walking through Boston. During the Boston marathon weekend this one of the statues the city put a participant bib on. The only one statue I saw with a bib was the Democratic Donkey by old city hall. Makes me wonder how many statues in the city does Boston put bibs on during marathon weekend.

I've been a huge fan of Edgar Allan Poe's writings since middle school. Re-reading his stories is…read moresomething I never get bored doing. For that reason, this statue holds a special place in my heart (as I'm sure it is for thousands more like me who love his literature). It's a beautifully designed bronze sculpture created by Stefanie Rocknak in 2014. It is located at the Edgar Allan Poe Square. As he was originally from Boston, it seems a fitting tribute to his memory.

North End aka Little Italy is my favorite Boston neighborhood…read more It's lively and welcoming with bakeries, pizza shops, and Italian restaurants lining the cobblestone streets Paul Revere's house is in North End as are several other historical landmarks. You can't help but feel like you're in a small village in Italy when in the North End.

After spending a year nearby a few years ago, I feel like I've explored and experienced the North…read moreEnd pretty well. I've dined at a few dozen Italian restaurants, wandered through historic landmarks, and even spent quiet moments in the old cemeteries tucked between brick facades and wrought iron. Returning recently for a day of exploring with Mrs. K., I was eager to share some of that charm -- those narrow streets that smell like espresso and marinara, the echo of Paul Revere's midnight ride, and the layered stories etched into every corner. But what stood out this time, more than the cannoli or the cobblestones, was how difficult the neighborhood can be for folks with mobility challenges. The North End is a feast for the senses, but not always a friend to the feet. Sidewalks are uneven, often narrow, and sometimes disappear altogether. Curb cuts are inconsistent, and many storefronts (especially the older, family-run trattorias) have steps without railings or ramps. We found ourselves rerouting a few times, dodging delivery trucks and squeezing past sidewalk café setups that left little room for a walker or wheelchair. Even the Freedom Trail, which winds through the area, occasionally dips into terrain that feels more 18th-century than 21st-century accessible. That said, the spirit of the place remains magnetic. We managed fabulous espressos at a quiet spot on Salem Street. A few blocks away, we paused at Copp's Hill Burying Ground, where the view over the harbor still stirs something deep and reflective. But I couldn't help noticing how much of the North End's magic is locked behind physical barriers. How many stories, meals, and moments are harder to reach if you're not nimble on your feet. It's a neighborhood that deserves to be experienced by everyone, and I hope the city continues to find ways to make that possible. Because the North End isn't just Boston's Little Italy. It is a living museum, a community, and a reminder that history should be accessible, not just preserved. [Review 1117 of 2025 - 1262 in Massachusetts - 24670 overall]