Location: Dorchester / Roxbury / Mattapan
Top Things to do in Dorchester / Roxbury / Mattapan
Top 10 Things to do in Dorchester / Roxbury / Mattapan, Massachusetts (MA)
Walk the Freedom Trail the first time you visit Boston and you'll quickly get a sense of this coastal city's revolutionary spirit and history. But make sure you also explore some of Boston's fine museums (try the Isabella Stewart Gardner, featuring masterpieces displayed in their collector's mansion) and old neighborhoods (like the North End, Boston's Little Italy). You can't claim to have experienced real Boston culture, though, until you've watched a Red Sox game from the bleachers.
Restaurants in Boston
1. Warren Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Pub named after General Joseph Warren, who was killed in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Reviewed By ishcampmom - Grand Rapids, United States
We had great drafts, cozy and fun atmosphere, and delicious pub food. Our group had the Sons of Liberty burger, the Tavern Burger, the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Sandwich, and Fish and Chips. All of us were happy with what we chose. I loved the history of the place with Paul Revere and George Washington have big had Sri is here too. Loved it and happy we chose it as we also were just a short distance from the USS Constitution that we had visited.
2. The Strand Theater
3. Wally's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By ES04618 - Machias, United States
Had been wanting to experience this place for some time. When we had 90 minutes between the symphony and dinner we (out of towners getting some city time) stopped in. A tiny, gritty place with a jam session underway! Friendly, great view of the stage, great session music. Can't wait to go back!
4. Nichols House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
The Nichols House Museum's mission is: To preserve and interpret the 1804 townhouse that was from 1885 until 1960 the home of Rose Standish Nichols, landscape gardener, suffragist and pacifist. The house was built by Jonathan Mason and is attributed to Charles Bulfinch. The museum educates visitors by providing a unique glimpse into the domestic life in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries on Boston's historic Beacon Hill.
Reviewed By RainelleT_13 - Sagamore Beach, United States
We arrived at an awkward time: 1:20. Tours are conducted on the hour, though we'd not been aware of this until reading that info on the door I found to be locked when trying to turn the knob. Not wanting to stagnate for forty minutes, we headed away from the entry....only to be called back by a kindly voice. As no one had come for the 1:00 tour, we were told that we could have one...even though we were between times. Our guide was a young woman named Laura, and she was just wonderful. Her knowledge about, and presentation of the interesting facts about this house on Beacon Hill and the generations of the Nichols family who lived there, were outstanding. She fielded and answered all questions easily. Hope you find a time to visit!
5. Franklin Park
6. Shirley-Eustis House
7. Park Street Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 132 reviews
A stop on the Freedom Trail, this 1809 church is noted for its 200-foot steeple.
Reviewed By KimGTravels - Pacific Grove, United States
Located on Boston's Freedom Trail, across from Boston Common is perched this beautiful traditional New England church built in 1809 by architect Peter Banner. Inspired by a church in London designed by famed architect Christopher Wren, its 217 foot steeple at one time was the first Boston landmark visible from afar, while approaching the city. The church became known as "Brimstone Corner", not only for the style of preaching within, but also due to the gunpowder stored during the War of 1812. Henry James claimed it: "the most interesting mass of brick and mortar in America". Services and weddings are still held within.
8. Commonwealth Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
This library preserves historical and legal records of Massachusetts for its citizens. The museum offers formal exhibits showcasing its artifacts.
Reviewed By bastapelberg - Johannesburg, South Africa
We visited this museum by accident whilst on our walk to the JFK Museum. What a delight. As tourists it provided an excellent overview of American history with wonderful displays. If you have the time, definitely add it to your visit to the other Museums in the area. We will definitely be back.
9. Boston Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
The Boston Nature Center is an urban sanctuary, located on the grounds of the former Boston State Hospital, offering public programs year-round. Two miles of trails and boardwalks traverse meadows and wetlands where wildlife abounds, including coyotes, pheasants, and many species of birds. The sanctuary's George Robert White Environmental Conservation Center is one of the "greenest" buildings in Boston. Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., weekends and holidays, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
10. Franklin Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 430 reviews
Franklin Park Zoo is home to incredible animals from around the globe. Visitors can stand face-to-face with the Zoo's seven western lowland gorillas at one of five glass viewing stations in the state-of-the-art indoor exhibit. Also, be sure to also visit the African lions in the Kalahari Kingdom, the tigers in the Tiger Tales exhibit, the Masai giraffe, the Grevy's zebra on the Giraffe Savannah and the many other remarkable species that call the Zoo home. During the summer months, enjoy Butterfly Landing and Aussie Aviary.
Reviewed By Dubin115 - Boston, United States
Boston lights amazing!,I am a frequent visitor to both Franklin Park & their sister Park Stone Zoo. It is a clearly a happy place with animals, people and employees enjoying the environment. Having been to every major Zoo Bronx, San Diego, Washington DC, Columbus, etc. Franklin Park's children's zoo and gorillla exhibit on par with the best they have to offer. Overall it's a great place to spend the day and they are continuing to improve the experience with each visit. A great place to support to continue their efforts on behalf of education and conservation of these precious animals
