Boston Flights and Travel Guide

One of the oldest cities in America, Boston has historic sites dating back to the Revolutionary War.  There are colonial buildings downtown, brownstones in Beacon Hill and Back Bay and preserved mansions now housing museums or shops. But though this is arguably one of the most historical and cultural cities in the US, it is far from a museum. Modern skyscrapers stretch up into the skyline; it is a leading medical, high-tech and financial centre with more than 40 institutions of higher learning and also great shopping.

As tourists discover almost immediately on alighting from their flights to Boston, this is a great city for walking. Wander through Boston Common, where late night concerts and plays often take place in the summer months. Or follow the Freedom Trail past some of the town’s most famous buildings to take in an overview of what is on offer.

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Boston Climate

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When to Fly to Boston

Peak Season:

The best time to fly to Boston can be the spring and fall months. The weather is perfect, the city is in full swing and most of the tourists have gone home. You might not get the cheapest flight to Boston during this time, but you'll be experiencing the city at its best.

Off Season:

Boston gets cold in the winter, but if you're looking for cheap flights to Boston, travelling in the winter is your best bet.

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Getting Downtown Boston

The Massachusetts Bay Transport Authority (The ‘T’) provides regular bus and subway services to the city. Taxis are available outside all terminals; the trip to downtown Boston is quick and costs at minimum $15-$25, depending on where you're headed and how long you sit in traffic.

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Getting Around Boston

Boston's transport consists of the country's oldest subway system, buses, trolley buses, ferries around the harbour and the commuter rail. To get around the Boston-Cambridge area the subway, or the "T" as it is known, is excellent. It serves most of the city and on the whole visitors will have little use for the bus network, which is cheaper but can be more confusing for newcomers.

Taxis are plentiful but expensive. Licensed cabs are best found at cabstands usually near hotels or can be reserved by phone; they are metered and provide receipts.

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Boston Insider Information

• The Boston Common (the Common) is the anchor for the Emerald Necklace, five parks spread over 1000 acres and five miles. The Necklace is the only remaining intact linear park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr. Next to the Common is the Public Garden, the country’s first public botanical garden. Within this, the lake is an especially pleasant spot to sit on a sunny day. Swan-shaped boats float past, families play and trees around the edges provide dappled shade.
• Walking the Freedom Trail takes you to 16 historic sites (only a few of which charge admission), including the site of the Boston Massacre, Paul Revere House, Black Heritage Trail, Old North Church, and USS Constitution. The two and a half-mile walk can be done as a self-guided tour or with a tour guide dressed in period costume.
• Bostonians are fervent sports fans. Some consider seeing the Red Sox at a night game at Fenway Park to be a spiritual experience. If you plan to go to a game while you’re in town, it’s a good idea to get your tickets online before you arrive.
• A Boston CityPass will get you to the head of the line at several of the more popular attractions, and, if you’re planning on using the T, a Boston Visitor Pass may save you money too. Another option is the comprehensive Go Boston Card that includes attraction, transportation, dining, and shopping discounts. You can purchase the passes online or at Boston locations specified on the respective web site.

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Boston Airports

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