After Newport, we made our way 70 miles north to Boston.  There is A LOT to do in Boston, but with only a day and a half and torrential rains, we were limited and didn’t get to do everything we had planned. Boston is a historic city known for its role in the American Revolution, but also for its significance in American culture and education.

Sights to See:

• Sam Adams Brewery – Our first stop was the Sam Adams Brewery tour. Wow! I never realized how scientific it is to brew beer.  Tours are ~45 minutes and range from $15 to $40 depending on how many beer samples are included. 
• John F Kennedy Presidential Library – Torrential rains impacted our original plan, but we adjusted and the changes were actually awesome! We started the day at the John F Kennedy Presidential Library and it was SOOO good. Beautiful architecture (check out the pictures) and the exhibits were very interesting. Admission is $20 adult with children under 17 free. Also active duty military and families are free.
• Cheers Bar – We went to the Cheers bar for lunch. Food was ok, we got appetizers. But it was really cool because they had a replica of the real Cheers bar and a lot of memorabilia from the TV show.  If you want to eat there, go downstairs and put your name in at the hostess stand.  If you just want to take a look at the replica bar and memorabilia, or visit the gift shop, they are upstairs.
• Other things on original plan but didn’t get to do because of the weather:
  • Prudential Skywalk – It is a 360 degree observation deck offering breathtaking and orienting views from high above the heart of Boston. The observatory encompasses the top three floors of Prudential Tower.  Cost is $34.  There is also a rooftop bar/restaurant if you want dinner or drinks.
  • Trolley Tour of the City –  Hop-on Hop-off bus tour with 17 stops around the city. Cost $54 but you can ride all day to see all the sights around the city.
  • Quincy Market – also known as Faneuil Hall, is a historic marketplace located in the heart of downtown Boston, Massachusetts, near Faneuil Hall. Built between 1824 and 1826. In addition to specialty shops, the market is filled with a number of food stands, offering everything from classic New England clam chowder and lobster rolls to international street food. Outside, street performers, artists, and musicians entertain crowds year-round.