10 TOP Things to Do in Massachusetts August 2026

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Activities

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

NZ$89

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

NZ$137

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

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City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$80

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

NZ$121

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

NZ$121

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Dog Day of Summer Harbor Cruise in Boston

NZ$48

per adult

Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

NZ$80

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

NZ$93

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Boston CityPASS: Admission to Top 4 Boston Attractions

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

NZ$145

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

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Fenway Park

9.2/10 (11,009 reviews)

The iconic home of the Boston Red Sox is on the must-see list of every red-blooded baseball fan.

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Our guide on where to stay in Massachusetts

Find the best Massachusetts areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Boston

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

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Back Bay

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Seaport District

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.

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Beacon Hill

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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