Boston Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know Before You Go

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[@Musica00001]

Hi, when clicking the link to the hotel, it offers a 10% discount, not 40%. Could you please verify this?

[@profyusuf01]

Is it still the sam ?​@@Musica00001

[@maureencoyle666]

You firgot the Swan Boats in the Public Garden!!!!!! A Boston classic!!

[@ireneannofficial]

The Earl of Sandwhich shop in the Commons is an old renovated restroom. No one from Boston eats there.

[@dorothymcmahon9995]

Common, no S

[@blackkapmorris9404]

@@dorothymcmahon9995 everyone in Boston calls it the CommonS. In 37 years living in Dorchester to JP to Southie to Quincy to Eastie ive never heard someone call it the common. Maybe the junkies that hang out there now do but i wouldnt know.

[@TrueMrOverHeaven]

I kinda don’t like Boston cuz I live in Massachusetts but I live in worcester and everybody only talks about Boston and it makes me sad honestly

[@maureen14]

​@@TrueMrOverHeavenI lived in both and Worcester will never be a Boston. Boston is where it's at.

[@maureen14]

Nobody calls it Dunks.

[@katiemcteague]

Locals tip: You are much better off eating seafood at a seafood restaurant and avoid Quincy Market as it overpriced and not the best quality. A good lobster roll is loaded with lobster meat with just enough mayo to keep it together. Lots of add-ins reduces its value and taste. No local refers to a sandwich as a grinder. It’s either a sandwich made with sliced bread or it is a submarine (shortened to sub) if it is served on a long roll made for this purpose. Sub shops are everywhere and offer a variety of foods, mostly to-go. The North End is THE place for quality Italian food. Enjoy Boston as it’s a great small city and very walkable.

[@alonsolozano2674]

Where do you recommend to get a Lobster Roll?

[@katiemcteague]

@@alonsolozano2674 There are so many great places in and around Boston that serve traditional lobster rolls. Neptune Oyster at 63 Salem St # 1 is ranked #1 by many food critics. Head to the North Shore, specifically in Essex (Farnham’s), Ipswich (The Clam Box or Ipswich Clambake), or Gloucester (Seaport Grille or Lobsta Land) where great seafood abounds. Be prepared to pay A LOT for a lobster roll. Prices continue to rise. Expect to pay anywhere from $30-$40. It’s kind of ridiculous actually and I personally wouldn’t spend the money for one right now.

[@teamdawson1]

Red Lobster would be an improvement

[@johnarnold6623]

Oh god, don’t go to Quincy Market

[@musickf]

"a great small city and very walkable" this is very close to the saying I tell people: "A major city with a small city feel.

[@arthurhamlin6594]

As a native Bostonian, I have to say, this is a fairly accurate description of Boston. Though I am a little surprised there was no mention of all the museums in town.

[@samaireoctober5584]

AND I really hate it when Boston is referred to as a town, it's an actual city.

[@michaelsmith-ep7jq]

Not many of them.

[@STMARTIN009]

I currently live in Massachusetts and have lived in Massachusetts all of my life. How in the hell did he not mention The Old North Church, Old State House, Old South Meetinghouse, or even the Union Oysterhouse for that matter. You have to mention 1 of them to sell the city on the historical value.

[@arthurhamlin6594]

@@STMARTIN009 All but the OysterHouse is on the Freedom Trail which was front and center in the video. I think he was just being efficient.

[@TheHiredGun187]

I'm surprised they didn't mention Storrow Dr. That street is infamous worldwide

[@roachtoasties]

Don't forget hotels near downtown Boston are very expensive. Fortunately, the subway/metro runs often. If you're comfortable staying slightly outside the city, pick a hotel near a subway stop and just commute in to see the city. You'll save money.

[@YellowProductions]

Great tip!

[@jamesnotfound]

Very true, I tell people that often!

[@STMARTIN009]

Best bet is Brookline as it is close enough and you can catch a ride in on the green line.

[@rubo1964]

I moved from LA to Boston 30yrs ego and never regretted.Best decision I made.I bought my house 25yrs ego while houses were still relatively affordable sadly not anymore house I paid 165k now its worth over 500k.Its a great city but expensive now to live.Lot of places he shows on this video are typical tourist trap spots where locals dont go.Try discovering where locals go avoid the tourists as much you can.Not saying it as there is wrong with tourists but to get the true feel for the city you got to get out of typical placed recommended by trip adviser.

[@erinmefford8041]

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[@NostalgiaMan]

I have never been to Boston, but it looks amazing. Also, I shared your videos with the travel channel and a few other networks and I think you should be hired immediately. Best Travel Guide Host EVER!!!

[@YellowProductions]

Aww.. thanks Wutaii1 :)

[@NostalgiaMan]

@@YellowProductions I hope I did not overstep my bounds here but I remember watching Anthony Bourdain a lot over the years and loved his style and information. I think you already have more than what it takes. Besides, the travel think seems to come naturally to you it seems.

[@YellowProductions]

You're too kind :)... And I loved Anthony Bourdain too!

[@andyhart4329]

dont come here it sucks

[@STMARTIN009]

I live in Massachusetts and lived in Boston during my childhood. I have a strong accent to some and somewhat of an accent according to others. I am going to provide some tips Tip #1 You should definitely visit Boston during the fall,winter,or possibly spring as the hotel costs are super expensive during the summer.Tip #2 If you do want to go during the summer go to the Marriott Hotel in the theater district or Hotel Buckminster near Fenway Park to get better deals.I have been to both for a wedding and a concert and got good deals at both.Tip # 3.Get a Charlie Card as that will also save you money if you take the subway. Tip #4Quincy Market aka Faneuil Hall is nice but if you want a less touristy area go to the North End,Seaport Blvd,Beacon Hill,and Longwharf. Tip #5 Don't forget to go catch a game at Fenway Park from Monday thru Thursday during the afternoon during the summer as you will save money on ticket costs. If you are a hockey or basketball fan there are always games at the TD Garden. A big perk to visiting is the fact that you can get from one area of Boston by walking which is great exercise or by taking public transportation aka The T. There is always something to do with visiting historicalsites,restaurants,marketplaces,sports,museums,trying just a boat ride. I hope you visit and have a great experience.

[@LaurenBoston59]

As a native to the city you did a great job. Don't try to scare too many people about the winters though. Over the last two decades they have gotten much milder. This past winter we had such a small amount of snow and only 3 days of deep freeze. The Boston Marathon is actually held on a state holiday called Patriots Day. Not for the football team but in recognition of the brave who fought for our independence in nearby Concord and Lexington. Schools, state and municipal offices are all closed for Patriots Day.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Lauren and glad to hear the winters aren't too bad

[@johnzangari3432]

2015 was an all-time record snowfall year.

[@eddonbordeaux3192]

I used to live just outside of the city, and this video definitely made me miss it!

[@j524poc]

Current MIT student here! Thanks for the overview of stuff to do in Boston! Usually I just go into Boston and wander rather than looking at particular sites but I think I'll check some of these out.

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome.. thanks Julia!

[@siddharthsundar5803]

drop the stats? pretty plzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[@oooh19]

Visit Salem as well! It’s awesome but crowded around Halloween 👻!

[@popopokokopopo]

Don’t forget about Chinatown, Boston’s got one of the largest Chinatowns in the US, probably top 3.

[@getonwithit.2847]

I think it the order goes San Fran, NY, then Boston last because NY has 2 China towns if I'm correct.

[@popopokokopopo]

@@getonwithit.2847 Yes, I think those are the top 3, thanks. Also, interesting if NY counts both Chinatowns as a single Chinatown... didn't think about that.

[@houstonbaboon8992]

Welcome to Houston !

[@ajx2956]

@@getonwithit.2847 NYC has 3 official Chinatowns and some smaller unofficial ones.

[@getonwithit.2847]

@@ajx2956 dammet I knew I was off somewhere.

[@mariaproto5911]

No duck tour mentions?! If you are going to take one guided tour, the duck tours are the best! :) :)

[@chrislim7976]

What are duck tours. I see them everytime. They go in the water and on land? Why?

[@WebDesignerAmy]

@@chrislim7976 avoid them. Google them, they have caused deaths, seriously. And I am from Boston.

[@chrislim7976]

@@WebDesignerAmy Thanks. Assuming one wants to go, they don't seem safe. How safe is eating at Dunkin Donuts? Yes, no?

[@WebDesignerAmy]

​@@chrislim7976 I don't care how "safe" Boston keeps projecting them to be. These are old military vessels that need to be decommissioned - abcnews.go.com/US/duck-boat-accident-kills-17-missouri-back-past/story?id=56707672

[@chrislim7976]

@@WebDesignerAmy Thanks. Good to know and no thanks.

[@brucevidito4923]

Dunkin Donuts was started in Quincy, MA on the Southern Artery. The very first store is still there.

[@scottman895]

These are some great tips on Boston! As I have been to Boston several times in the past decade, I agree with many of these! I really like how walkable the city is. I never drive in the city as I always take the Silver Line from Logan Airport into the city. Stopping at Quincy Market for the clam chowder at Boston Chowda is a tradition I have done every year (except for my very first trip to Boston). It is quite good! I have a couple tips and recommendations which I will share from my experiences: 1. Definitely check out the Prudential Center in the Back Bay neighborhood for shopping and an observation deck with great views of the city and the surrounding area. There is also an Eataly there too! 2. For some great pizza, I recommend checking out Santarpio's Pizza over in East Boston. I learned about it from a good friend of mine who is from Rhode Island. You will need to take the Blue Line to Maverick Station, and it is not far of a walk. I went there several years ago with friends, and the pizza was amazing! Be warned that it is cash only. I need to go back to Boston soon! It is one of my favorite cities in the United States!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the extra tips on Boston.. I'll definitely need to check out the Prudential Center and Santarpios pizza on my next visit. And I love Eataly :)

[@DemolitionboyXX]

i live up the street from the Santarpios, just be ready for a loot of grease

[@PostcardCathy]

Santarpio’s is cash only so come prepared

[@STMARTIN009]

For pizza I would go with either Enzo's or Pizzeria Regina in the North End.Maybe even Sal's on Tremont St.I have live in Massachusetts my whole life.

[@maureen14]

​@YellowProductio Santarpio's is in East Boston.

[@donrevie721]

Superb 'need to know' video of Boston. Chris is so polished,informed and professional yet personable and relatable. Bravo...10 out of 10!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Simon!!!

[@hildianabofill9816]

I am planning my next vacation , you just gave me a great idea! Thanks a lot Chris! Congratulations ! Always an awesome job!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Hildiana!

[@B-ch6uk]

Bring lots of money. It's very expensive here.

[@Turtlehands]

It's usually called a sub, not a grinder. And the Boston Marathon is run on a state holiday, called Patriots day. (It is for the battles of Lexington and Concord during the revolutionary war.)

[@LemifromJapan]

I went to Boston just once, and I loved it! But next time, I'll follow the Freedom trail, thank u for the wonderful video!😊

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Lemi!

[@CharleneOrtizTraining]

I was born and raised in Boston. It's a beautiful city rich in history. I don't live there anymore because I can't handle the winters, but I miss the fall.

[@dywanecore]

Born and raised in Boston and I tell you this is greater Boston but if you get into Metro and the Boston suburbs and urban areas then you are getting into real diversity and what the true Boston has too offer

[@PostcardCathy]

Logan is in Boston proper, in the East Boston neighborhood. It isn’t 3 miles from Boston, as it is in Boston! It is however, about that far from downtown Boston.

[@qiwenzhao2471]

Thanks!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks QiWen!

[@bostonelevatorsaviation]

A lot of the boston hotels have been getting renovated with elevators installed, AC units replaced, and making some of the rooms more modern while at the same time keeping rooms that are historic. There are a bunch of new hotels in the seaport district that I rather like

[@YellowProductions]

I like "modern and historic" :)

[@timothyzakaria7397]

@@YellowProductions Chris I didn't like Boston I liked Cambridge and Braintree I have been homeless do u know how I could get to Hawaii

[@hannah816]

Just arrived in Boston! This was great. Thank you! Sat in the Boston Tea Party Museum, doing a tea tasting in the cafe for $3.99 would recommend 🥰

[@rubensahak9178]

I lived in Boston for 40yrs originally from LA.Love Boston to experience it without breaking the bank avoid tourist trap restaurants and seek out cool places locals go.Once you are done with Boston wait go to Cape Cod! That's where true beauty of MA is. If you like biking best place to do it at the Cape many wonderful bike trails taking you to forests lakes ocean sand dunes. Have fun! Almost forgot DONT drive in Boston its crazy traffic and lots of one way streets.My wife is still confused driving in Boston even after 30yrs,Boston is small enough that you can walk every major place without driving or taking a cab

[@anongott]

Thanks for adding this: avoid tourist trap restaurants and seek out cool places locals go. Once you are done with Boston wait go to Cape Cod! That's where true beauty of MA is.

[@bernieagokey2041]

My family and I are heading there in 3 weeks and staying in Waltham. Could you supply a few spots where we can eat, experience Boston but not break the bank? Thanks in advance.

[@lisam4066]

When you mentioned Boston public garden you forgot the world famous Swan Boats that inspired the children's book Make Way For Ducklings.

[@PostcardCathy]

And the duckling statues!

[@STMARTIN009]

Huge miss

[@pennyluvwho93]

I was thinking the same thing

[@mirto5663]

Wow! This is an Excellent intro to Boston. You covered a lot in a short time. I will refer to your videos when traveling in the future. Bravo!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Mirto!

[@sugarcube616]

i’ve lived in boston my whole life and still learned something new! great vid :)

[@wentkat]

I had no idea we had free WiFi around the city

[@taylorrice8612]

Born, bred and buttered in Boston. Didn’t know how lucky I was. Thank you for not playing annoying music, and also you talk fast which is a wicked good thing. #wishidneverleft

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Taylor!

[@trainfan7856]

As a fellow Bostonian, these are some great tips. This guy knows what he's talking about!😀

[@YellowProductions]

Right on. Thanks TrainFan!

[@Brittany25-j6f]

Great video! I live in Boston and your information was very accurate. I do want to mention that the winters really aren't that bad anymore. More rainy than snowy.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Joel.. I guess that's global warming for us!

[@magnolia8626]

The T is amazing, one of the best in the country. Don't waste time driving or parking unless you have to!

[@gnosis555]

So helpful! All content, no BS.

[@russellkule2234]

Great video, im from boston, and love this place (my home). Your explanation of the city shows the true beauty of it. Thanks!

[@jjmboston5832]

Lived here over 40 years ! Thanks for the video. It is a very walkable city. May-September, Public Garden has the swan boats !

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks JJM!

[@MissLilly-vn2wt]

Any recommendations of a travel friendly suburb to stay for affordability and cleanliness but easy to get to the city attractions, thanks💐

[@jjmboston5832]

Depends on when you are coming. Boston is a big college city, so by August the city is full, and often the next few months have the parents visiting so Cambridge, Boston, Brookline, Brighton, hotel and smaller venues are busy. Also the Fall sometimes has tourists who visit the surrounding areas for foliage viewing. If there are only a few of you (without children) you may check the B&B and smaller places. The further you get from the city (near the airport, Revere, Chelsea, South Boston) then you must depend on public transportation, which can be hit or miss. Choose a location and then go to Mapquest and put in basic information for Boston (Fenway Park, Copley Square, Harvard University, Northeastern University, Museum of Fine Arts) to see how far you are from that location. @@MissLilly-vn2wt

[@mafunzalo]

Driving in Boston is sometimes hard for us locals. But we learned how to drive here so we expect everyone to do something stupid right in front of us and know how to deal with it. :-)

[@chrislim7976]

Driving in Boston seems like a series of swear words with stops at Dunkin Donuts.

[@oooh19]

lol New York is the same way but also Miami drivers are terrible as well lol

[@meghasawhney378]

What a thorough Professional you are, Chris! Super impressed by this video. Thank you for making it, great help😅😅

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Megha!

[@Kristin465]

Great video. Love all of the extra tips about parking and transportation.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Kristin

[@izzibelliee]

highly informative, and a lovely sweet well-spoken host!! thank you chris!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks izzy

[@dinamendur3167]

thanks for sharing

[@brianmercer7200]

Very good job. Great that you found $15 parking. I'm old enough to remember $5 all day parking. And wicked means "very" as in "wicked good".

[@rsrichardsonBSU]

Thank you for this awesome video!! Plan on visiting this October!

[@YellowProductions]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@NuYawk]

Chris, I was in Boston many years ago when I was in college. I had no reason to return until this video, it truly is a great city. I also wanted to mention you are an inspiration for KZbin creators just starting out. Thanks again for a great video. Keep on posting!

[@yeshiregalado3182]

Probably the best travel tips video I have watched! Thanks so much

[@kinss1]

ugh. cant believe you’re sending tourists to quincy market

[@lucin2586]

Go to Allston, Brighton for some Korean foods and Dorchester for some good Vietnamese foods! 😄

[@OldLadyRocker]

Dorchester? Please don’t send tourists to Dorchester! 😂😂

[@wentkat]

OMG, yes to great Korean food in Allston and Brighton. I love Bon Chon on Brighton Ave. After I eat there, I always go to the Chinese bakery across the street.

[@ScoutEboy]

My favorite part of Boston is Charlestown: Bunker Hill, USS Constitution, Warren Tavern

[@MrRizsbox]

Hyde Park got the best food

[@iJustWannaRoxk]

@@MrRizsbox says who😂

[@STMARTIN009]

@@MrRizsbox I spent my childhood in Hyde Park. That's wrong. North End is where it's at for food.

[@MrRizsbox]

@@STMARTIN009 there’s not 1 Carribean restaurant in the north end... guess it’s just preference

[@joannryan3180]

Super fab! This was so well-done and informative. Going to be visited Boston for the first time soon. Thanks a bunch!

[@davidfoss4365]

We watched a bunch a videos in preparation for our trip to Boston. This is by far the best. It's concise and extremenly informative. The focus is attractions so if you're interested in restaurants try another video.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks David!

[@samanthiperera1007]

I love Boston. I dream to come Boston every day. My kids born in Boston New England medical centre and last stop to stay with my beloved husband - Chaminda. I love Boston!

[@wentkat]

There's so much great food in Boston, you totally missed Chinatown and Back Bay. There are fantastic ethnic food spots all over the city (and across the rivah in Cambridge). And visiting Boston Public Library is a must.

[@anongott]

Thank you for adding this: Chinatown and Back Bay. There are fantastic ethnic food spots all over the city (and across the river in Cambridge). And visiting Boston Public Library is a must.

[@neenabuck9134]

The Boston Public Library is such a treasure ... so, so beautiful! The first free, municipal public library in the world. And the Boston Athenaeum (a membership-based private library) is also spectacular. A library, cultural center and art museum all rolled into one. They run daily tours of the place ... totally work going. It's at 10 1/2 Beacon Street.

[@johnbeerbower3623]

Watching this the second (& not last) time. Your videos are helpful and entertaining. Thank you.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks John!

[@thelonesomebearsranch4680]

Great video. I had never thought of Boston as a touristic destination...

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks!

[@dorothymcmahon9995]

It is. Wicked touristy.

[@maureencoyle666]

This is the best tour of Boston I have seen...our chowda IS the best!!!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks maureen!

[@darcymatissa]

Really enjoyed this video, and now I'm feeling kind of proud of my Boston driving ability. 😂

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Aileen!

[@idalinawin]

December last year I went to Boston and it was pretty cold. Going again in about 10 days I am very excited to see how the city looks like. 😀

[@aequitasvox2488]

This is one of the best vids on Boston. I use subway and walk most when I visit and Uber is worth it over taxi. If visiting salem ma ferry is definitely worthwhile.

[@maureen14]

Bova bakery in the North End is my favorite. And it's 24hrs.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the tip

[@Magpieme98]

Going next month and looking forward to doing the Freedom trail! I don’t love cannolis, but I may try one now. Thanks for a great video. 🌺Mary in Florida

[@YellowProductions]

I don't love most Canolis. But these are better than most ;)

[@jameshiga8077]

Hi Chris Great job on another useful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks James!

[@ruthy4017]

I learned Sooo much! So well done. I love your style!!

[@YellowProductions]

Thank you so much!!

[@kellymerrill9996]

This was incredibly helpful information!

[@teenastaller8903]

Great video and tips. We’ll thought out ab structured to get in a lot of useful information. We are traveling to Boston soon. This was very helpful.

[@YellowProductions]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gracetori5730]

I just had a big breakfast but watching you eat the food(which look great btw) makes me hungry again, lol.

[@noorhamad1067]

What a great video. Thank you! You also forgot to mention that 7 of the best hospitals are located in Longwood. We’ve been in Boston for almost four month to treat my daughter’s condition at Boston Children’s hospital. And we are really enjoying Boston. I wish you mentioned Back bay and Newbury street, come to think of it, you didn’t mention shopping. Anyways, we’re planning to visit NY for couple of days, so I’m watching next your NY video and I’m definitely subscribing! Thanks a lot!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Noor for the extra tips on Boston and welcome to Yellow Productions!

[@jeis1121]

Hands down, the best Boston travel video we saw. Thank you so much! We will definitely check out your others!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Jenny!

[@NamTran-tm1sy]

i'm from vietnam and i love your voice and your videos. Keep your fire burning

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Nam!

[@royce8413]

Thank you for this! I am planning a trip with my girlfriend this year and I’ve been wanting to visit Boston for years. This video was SO helpful and you’re just fantastic. I genuinely appreciate you

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome! Enjoy Boston!

[@TripHacksDC]

Great job, Chris! Happy hour is HUGE in so many places. It's crazy that it's illegal in Boston.

[@YellowProductions]

Crazy indeed!

[@TheLtrain85]

yup...and us folks that used to bartend in Boston hate that rule lol

[@dorothymcmahon9995]

We did have it at one time. A blast.

[@haustimp]

Love this video - his good mood is so ansteckend

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Tim!

[@JoannaNing]

Thank you very much for your informative and energetic video intro about Boston 👍

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure!

[@TheLtrain85]

I'M FROM BOSTON!!! Mike's Pastry is good, but it's the typical tourist spot with long lines (think Geno's Cheesesteaks in Philly). The REAL best spot for cannolis in the North End is Bova's Bakery. Love Beacon Hill! I used to walk around that neighborhood just to take photos. Would spend a good two to three hours just shooting photography. Quincy Market is a great spot to sample various Boston fair, especially for first timers. Fun fact... at the 11:03 mark on your video, the bar over your right shoulder is the Bell in Hand Tavern. It's the oldest bar in America. Also, Boston Marathon is held on Patriot's Day, which is a holiday for us in Boston. Usually there are several events going on including the marathon, Red Sox home game and even a Celtics or Bruins home game. Finally, one place you forgot to mention is...THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE!! Its consistently ranked Top 3 in the US and National Geographic named it the top science museum in the country. Its right next to the river and a must for everyone!!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the extra tips!

[@williamcooke21]

Good follow up.

[@alexsoris8386]

Bravo, Chris, amazing video about Boston as i love Boston for it's unusual beauty and special difference from other cities. Thanks

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Alex

[@sherrismith9465]

You are my go to guy!! Lots of information. Going to Boston in August for the first time.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Sherri!

[@soniag8651]

Until we watched this video on the morning of our arrival in Boston area, we had planned to drive to our locations😮 We got the unlimited 7 day MBTA pass instead and are super glad we did!! Some Uber calls were used as well but VERY glad we did not drive in Boston! Thank you for your video!

[@YellowProductions]

Good plan!

[@commandpostable]

I just found your channel and this is all so helpful! I hope you end up blowing up man!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Anthony for the kind words!

[@SHS854EVER]

So as a New Englander born and raised a number of things to know about Boston that was not mentioned on this video.The first thing is if you park under the Boston Common Garage be careful of a lot of homeless that sleep in and out of the entrances when you’re leaving the Garage.The second thing is to get to the John F Kennedy Museum it’s in a section of Boston called Dorchester mass.To get there hop on the MBTA Red line at Park street station and take the train to JFK UMASS stop and they have a shuttle bus to get you there.If you want to a Boston duck Tour which is really fun to do and strongly recommend.I recommend that you book the duck tour on line and they leave from the Museum of Science which is Science park station on the green line.The Duck tours take you around the sights and also a tour of the Charles river like I mentioned if you have kids they will love it .If you don’t want to do a Duck tour just a regular sightseeing cruise they go out of Rowes Wharf which is a short walk from Quincy Market about 5 minutes.They have Dinner,lunch,Whale watches and just regular sightseeing tours.The Children’s Museum is another great place to go and that’s on the Red line at South station and it’s about a 5 minute walk.So like it’s mentioned on here if you love Italian food definitely the North End they have a lot of Italian festivals but there has not been any because of COVID-19 .So this coming August they are going to have the St Anthony’s festival which is the best out of all them and it’s huge .So if you’re not doing the festival’s and visiting the north end I strongly recommend Pizza Regina great pizza.There is usually a long wait during the summer time and just to let you know they don’t accept credit cards Cash only .If you want to go to Fenway park and do a Park tour also I recommend you make your reversions on line.If you also go to a Red Sox’s I recommend you take the MBTA to the game because parking will soak you between 40 to 60.00 to Park .On Hotels if you want to save money I recommend that you look outside of the city it’s less expensive.So look into the city’s North of Boston cities of Somerville,Medford,Cambridge,Woburn Mass .iIf you’re coming from the west off the Pike the city’s of Newton and Brookline .If your looking outside of Boston for Cilvl War Buffs it’s located in Somerville Mass at Prospect hill 15 minutes from Downtown Boston near Union Sq in Somerville mass it’s were George Washington raised the second American flag on Jan 1 1776 .I recommend when you’re walking in Boston always use a crosswalk because a lot of Boston drivers are crazy .It’s a great and fun city to visit no doubt about it enjoy your stay

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the extra tips!

[@SHS854EVER]

@@YellowProductions your welcome

[@christiantuccella4557]

That’s a great video! Very well done my friend. It is also important to mention for people that likes to go to bars and nightclubs that the closing time is 2am which doesn’t make a lot of sense. Cheers

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the extra tip Christian!

[@colleens7641]

Love your videos, very detailed and always interesting. I would love to visit Boston and cruise from there. Thanks for sharing :)

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Colleen!

[@ida4587]

Never been to Boston and I am going next week, this guide sold me. Very well put!

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome! Enjoy your trip Ida!

[@lorajames6701]

Thanks for another great vid! Love checking out your recs before I book a trip. 😃

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Lora!

[@helenpaquette]

You should do more videos about Boston. I’m from right over the border in New Hampshire and I loved learning and hearing about what you had to say about Boston. :)

[@YellowProductions]

Right on :).. I've got a hotel review coming up.. but that's all I had time to shoot in Boston on this trip

[@jonathanblair5255]

I like the video, you’re very good on camera and some good info. I lived in Mass and Boston for many years. I know the city very well. I do wish that travel experts would give a glimpse of the places that are not tourists traps, and show a bit of the character of the city, more than just over-priced food at Quincy market that isn’t really a representation of the food of the city. Perhaps your next Boston video should include some really cool, fun neighborhoods like Jamaica Plain, Central Square in Cambridge, Davis Square in Somerville, Coolidge Corner in Brookline, all safe neighbors accessible by the T. These neighborhoods boast some very eclectic ethic foods, unique shops and live music clubs. One very cool historical jewel is Castle Island/Fort Independence in Southie (South Boston). It is one of the oldest fortified sites in the US, and built in 1833, used since 1633, to protect the Boston Harbour. This is the tip of Boston and you can watch planes come in to land at Logan just a couple hundred feet over head as they cross the harbor, bike, and enjoy the breeze at the water of the harbor. To get there you have to take a bus, car or Uber from the Red line station in South Boston. You’d actually have to live in Boston to hear the rare “Wicked pissah” or run into Mark Wahlberg. A shout out to Summer Shack at the Alewife T station at the terminus of the red line. Great seafood and drinks!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the extra tips Jonathan! I'll check some out on my next visit!

[@jonathanblair5255]

You’re welcome Chris! I want people to see the Boston I love!

[@anongott]

could you please recommend a few none tourist trap places? Thanks

[@GreatCityAttractions]

Great commentary about a great city Yellow.

[@BfDelano]

If you’re willing to drive out of Boston for food, there’s a place called Riverview Restaurant in Ipswich. They’re a great cash only mom & pop that only sells Pizza, beer and soda. Oh, and it’s right near the train, so you can easily get there from North Station.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the tip!

[@anongott]

is the "Riverview Restaurant in Ipswich. " has a view of the river?

[@BfDelano]

@@anongott It's so close to the river, that at one point, it likely did have a view.

[@lauracoutinho5478]

Even locals hate driving in Boston. He’s not kidding that it’s a hellish maze full of impatient drivers who will smash into you if you are too slow

[@chrishieh]

Once you treat it as the racetrack that it is, driving in Boston starts to make sense. Drivers here see other cars as obstacles, not as people.

[@STMARTIN009]

Don't forget that pedestrians jaywalking is the norm.

[@dorothymcmahon9995]

Boston was not planned as a car city. Lots of tiny streets and one-ways.

[@chrislim7976]

Driving in Boston must be hilarious to watch from an aerial view. Cars just going in circles.

[@temblekec]

Great info. Great content Thanks man

[@mariamiranda3208]

Great overview!!!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Maria

[@rodrigoccassiano]

Best video about Boston. Good job

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Rodrigo!

[@derbagger22]

This is an excellent video, mostly spot on. However, do not eat at Quincy market. Just about all of the food vendors there are low quality. But, other than that, seafood almost anywhere in New England will be top notch. Clam chowder is also very different from restaurant to restaurant. But they are almost always very very good.

[@anongott]

where is a good place to eat if not at Quincy market. As a tourist, I'd like to know, thanks

[@roxas896]

The food looks so yummy. Clam chowder...mmmmm. Good video. Thanks!

[@STMARTIN009]

I am from Massachusetts. So many places to get Clam Chowder. Try Union Oysterhouse house on Union St in Boston. I like it there.

[@jameschung9698]

Thank you so much for this video, so helpful!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks James!

[@STMARTIN009]

I currently live in Massachusetts and have lived here my whole life. The key places you missed were the Union Oyster House on Union St as the restaurant has great seafood and has a special booth where no one can sit because JFK used to sit there and you should have mentioned at least 1 historical landmarks such as the old North Church,old south meetinghouse,or at least the old state house as all of these buildings are important historical landmarks for the American Revolution. Good video overall. It sucks driving into Boston. That was spot on.

[@YellowProductions]

Thank for the extra Boston tips

[@STMARTIN009]

@@YellowProductions you're absolutely welcome.

[@linkinslots]

Castle Island too

[@anongott]

Thank you, I will visit "the Union Oyster House on Union St as the restaurant has great seafood and has a special booth where no one can sit because JFK used to sit there and you should have mentioned at least 1 historical landmarks such as the old North Church, old south meeting house, or at least the old state house as all of these buildings are important historical landmarks for the American Revolution. "

[@santi7616]

Wow, thanks a lot!!! Boston is the city I want to discover in my next trip to usa. The video is useful and nice to watch, thanks a LOT :-)

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Santi!

[@rajsingharora26]

Thank you for this amazing Video going to Boston tmrw.

[@YellowProductions]

Enjoy raj!

[@adelem432]

Spot on about Boston, says this Bostonian.

[@SailingtheWestWind]

Great information nobody else has covered, transportation. Thank you, Grant

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Grant!

[@benningjohnson2726]

As a Boston native, there is no such thing as the subway. It’s called the T :)

[@STMARTIN009]

Yep!

[@rosekiok-kirshenbaum2376]

was looking for this comment

[@user59371]

@mariposita 🦋 nobody asked

[@tamarrosenberg-walker7599]

Also a Boston Native. It’s the T for better or worse. Lol

[@josephj.6478]

@@tamarrosenberg-walker7599 I'm gonna be visiting the city soon, anything you recommend?😀

[@melb4116]

I love boston

[@captainsanta18]

I love to travel and regularly rely on youtube for travel vloggers for travel tips to help me plan. A little tip, FWIW: Probably the least helpful thing travel vloggers tend to do in their videos is review individual menu items at length. If a restaurant is particularly noteworthy for its offerings, mention it. If it is famous for a particular dish, mention it. But I really don't need to watch you eat it and hear you describe the experience or see closeups. You're a travel vlogger, not a food critic. That aside, I've watched several of your videos and they've always been helpful and generally hit that sweet spot between brevity and informative.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Steven!