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    John C.

    It was great to walk the ward after Mother's Day lunch. Be careful as many of the wooden boards are warped and not smooth to walk on for those with mobility issues. You can look into the aquarium seal area from the wharf.

    Rachel L.

    What a great spot to take in the harbor views! It was a little grey and rainy while I was in Boston, but it didn't change how wonderful the view was. The pier was clean and had plenty of seating, as well as a handful of restaurants with what I would assume have great waterfront views. Can't wait to come back and explore on my next visit.

    Chunjai K.

    I had such a nice time in Boston with walking around the town. Beautiful city, super polite people, very clam and peaceful city. Everyone respected each other.

    Matthew S.

    Very pretty spot along the Boston Harbor to take in the water and the boats and the sights and sounds of Boston. My hotel was close by so I really felt that I got myself treated to something that few people are able to say. It is right near the Aquarium and the North End, as well as two markets, Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall (both of which I found to be quite overrated - the Reading Terminal in Philadelphia blows both of these out of the water). But the low humming of planes flying nearby out of Logan removes the tranquility of the area. That is okay. Planes are good too. If you come here in the colder months, dress warm. You will not be sorry.

    Boston's Long Wharf on a nice day
    Bruce K.

    After months of snow and cold, Spring arrived in Boston. And that was a little better but just meant that it's a little warmer and raining. This week, the rains briefly stopped and I finally got a chance to enjoy the city. One spot was the lovely Long Wharf, which is near Boston's North End and the Aquarium station on the T. As the name says, it is a long wharf that extends from Atlantic Avenue and juts out into Boston Harbor. It's a super way to get close to the water and yet be on very solid ground. The ferries leave from both sides of the wharf and there is a marina here. Not far away is the Columbus playground. So if you're thinking that you've found a spot to enjoy some sun and some sea and some fun, you're right. There are restaurants, bars and even a small ice cream shop here. Bring the kiddies.

    This guy is pretty rude he just wanted to show me butt
    Fox E.

    Speaking of long (pulls down pants). A long time ago, I ran away from home (Oxford, England). I was 16. I met a girl on the internet in Maine, and flew to NYC one summer night to come and visit her. I took a Midnight bus to Boston, and arrived in the wee hours. I wandered from the Greyhound at South Station, at 4am through the streets of Boston, all along Summer, past the sounds of the Big Dig deep beneath me, to the water. I found myself at Long Wharf. Then I laid down in the warm Massachusetts summer night, and fell asleep on the concrete. I remember Boston being such a safe and peaceful and welcoming city. It was then, it still is. My first ever morning in America was here. I woke up with the sun beating down on me at 9 or 10 in the morning. I was home. I've lived in America ever since, with a few stints back in England for various reasons. Long Wharf is still a very sacred place to me, but I recommend everyone visit it for tourism and aesthetic reasons. It's the heart of Boston, in some ways. You can see the cars streaming over the Tobin Bridge. The ferries coming and going from Cape Cod, Nantucket and the Vineyard. The planes taking off and landing across the water at Logan. And the skyline of Boston looking down at you, smiling. I've actually driven my car all the way out onto Long Wharf before. A few times. You wouldn't want to do that anymore. Trust me. Anyway, I have to go act in a Shakespeare play. Romeo Romeo, Wharf or art thou Romeo?

    Ocean view
    M B.

    Breath taking views and a really tranquil space to walk and roam or to sit on the rocks and watch the tide and the boats out on the water. We visited the Long Warf a few times during our stay to just sit out and watch the water as a calming experience. I wish I could start out every day this way. There is also some Fun Facts along the water to read and learn as you make your trip.

    Mongo I.

    Mongo find old boats at here. Mongo find new boats at here. Mongo find many peoples at here. Mongo find old buildings at here. Mongo find new buildings at here. Mongo find garbage can at here. Mongo find man sleeping on bench at here. Mongo find pink pants at here. Mongo no find Boston at here. Mongo no find tea at here. Mongo no find party at here. Mongo no find "long" at here. Mongo no find "wharf" at here. Mongo say, "What is wharf?" Mongo's dog say, "Wharf." Is that same "wharf"?

    Alex B.

    I love walking down to Long Wharf in the summer and sitting at the end to watch boats go by. I have also been here to watch the sunrise which was an amazing sight and probably not something that gets mentioned in the Boston guide books. I just find the area to have so much to offer. Weather you want to grab a snack from one of the snack stands and eat at the edge of the water or enjoy a high quality meal at Sel De La Terre or Charthouse you will not be disappointed. You have restaurants, hotels, boat tour options, the aquarium, and you are also withing a very close proximity to the North End and Fanueil. Grab a loved one and come sit along the water at the edge of the pier. It gives you the chance to get away from the harshness of the city to give yourself that moment of peace that you so often long for throughout the day. It is such a relaxing experience without costing you a dime.

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    Disregard last review was supposed to go to Long Wharf clothing company. sorry for any inconvenience

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    If you like boat spotting this is your spot. It has a very calming effect just looking out on this ideal New England locale.

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    We visited Long Whard via the Harborwalk for the ferry and just to walk around on nice evenings...dig it.

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    John Hancock Tower - Looking over Charles (from inside)

    John Hancock Tower

    4.5(22 reviews)
    1.6 miBack Bay

    During our last stay in Boston, we had a room that had a direct view of the John Hancock tower…read more It was such a beautiful sight...especially at night...most of the offices were lit up and it made the whole building look almost magical. This towering skyscraper stands tall at 790 feet, making it the tallest building in New England. Construction on the John Hancock Tower began in 1968 and was completed in 1976. The tower is made up of reflective glass panels that give it a sleek and modern appearance The John Hancock Tower is located in the heart of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, at 200 Clarendon Street. If you are lucky to go up to some of the high floors, you could enjoy great views of the city.

    I *SO* wish I was writing this review under different circumstances. There is now a deep pain…read moreassociated with this building... but this isn't the building's fault - thus no stars deducted. You see, I used to work at one of the companies within. I don't want to name it, so let's say I was somewhere between 50%-75% of the way up. To say it was a dream job is an understatement; I couldn't have dreamt it up if I tried. Well, my employment ended in less than six months. Not 100% my fault, not 100% theirs... even if you were to find the numbers, they probably wouldn't add up to 100 either - sometimes in life there is a sprinkle of rotten luck. I had a lot of pride not only in the company I worked for and in the work I did, but also for where (physically) I worked. Friends and colleagues would often ask me, and I would tell them I work right in the John Hancock Tower. Outwardly, I would [try to] be completely nonchalant about it, but inside I felt just a little hurt when the other person wasn't as wowed as I was walking into work every day. From inside, well, the view is incredible, of course. The one caveat is the nighttime view isn't what you would expect (nor what I accurately conveyed in the photos). I think it is partly due to the blue mirror coating on the glass - it reflects some of the now rather scarce blue light. As an architectural symbol, it is probably as uniquely Boston as Fenway. Something that is immediately recognizable. Yes, there are valid criticisms about its location right next to Trinity Church, and how it fits into the overall landscape. It is said, correctly, that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and I for one, despite what anyone else says, think the building is wicked awesome. I also love how one can see it from very far away (I've seen it from Lynn and Weymouth!) There is also some fascinating history surrounding the building, including cases where the glass would fall out, and many windows were replaced with wooden panels. Or, how it was determined that under certain wind conditions, the building could fall - and reinforcements were added to the structure, as well as a stabilizer on one of the top floors. With all this, and especially the privilege of having worked inside it, there is not conceivable way I would award anything less than five stars.

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    John Hancock Tower - View of the John Hancock tower from the Prudential Center area.

    View of the John Hancock tower from the Prudential Center area.

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    Faneuil Hall - 7/22/2024

    Faneuil Hall

    4.3(149 reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown

    Every time I think of Boston this is one of the first places that comes to mind. Whenever I visit I…read moremake a point to stop here. This is the place where I had my first Boston cream pie and I will never forget it. Feneuil Hall dates back to the 1700s and was created as a meeting Hall and marketplace, but later became a very important site for public speeches during the American revolution. You can still feel the history here in the spirit and the gorgeous architecture of the space. Every time I visit it feels so vibrant and alive. It's almost always packed with people and has a great energy. You can find amazing food here and I wasn't joking about my first ever Boston cream pie. I was born and raised on the west coast and it's just not something that we eat out there. Ever since my first bite, if Boston cream pie is an option anywhere, that is the choice I am making. It's so simple, but so delicious! Boston has so much to see and do. There is such a rich history here that it can be hard to choose just a few activities during a visit. I've been lucky enough to visit many times and do many things here and I would still put Feneuil Hall at the top of my list. Between the architecture, the history and the atmosphere, its's definitely a must-do and you could honestly probably move through this one quickly, but it's much better if you take your time, grab something to eat and just let yourself enjoy being part of the city for a little while.

    Great historic building in Boston. Faneuil Hall is a must visit if in town…read more Located inside a beautiful building with a great facade, Faneuil Hall is standing in the area since 1742 as a place of gathering for people like Samuel Adams and John Hancock to protest the rules and laws of the King pre-Revolution. It continued to be a place for community members to gather, discuss ideas, start protests, trying to make things better in the country. Nowadays, Faneuil Hall is a nice Visitor Center belonging to the National Park Services. It's a free museum dedicated to its interesting past, spread on 2 floors. Lots of great and interesting exhibits here. There are a few shops as well to get souvenirs. Downstairs, there are clean restrooms, water fountains to refill your bottle and benches where you can rest a tad. People meet in front for tours. They have street artists, I usually enjoy that type of the show, but here they were taking over and they were rude to tourists! It opens at 10 am, closes at 5 pm. Great for your own tour of Boston. Part of Freedom Trail. A place that's a great part of US history!

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    Faneuil Hall - At Faneuil Hall

    At Faneuil Hall

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    Faneuil Hall - Front of Faneuil Hall

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    Front of Faneuil Hall

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