places to eat & foods to try while in Boston, Massachusetts 

Boston, MA, USA

Must Eats in Boston

Seeing all of the lighthouses we could find was the focus of this trip, but we found so much more along the way.  Flying into Boston, Massachusetts we made our way along the coast all the way to Portland, Maine. 

We stayed five nights and six days exploring all of the nooks and crannies we encountered.  Lighthouses were definitely found and loved, but excitedly so was a fort built in the 1600's, a local bar with ties to a tragedy as well as part of a movie, a fabulously, politically incorrect tour, and even stayed in a witch's house.  You will find all of these in this guide and so much more. Lighthouses, restaurants, tours, and oh my gosh, the best donuts you will find anywhere. This was an incredibly fun trip.

I also include many of the photos I took at each place. 

Portland, ME, USA

Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, ME, USA

Gloucester, MA, USA

Chasing the Lighthouses from Boston to Portland

Quick trip to Boston. Come wander around the streets with me! 

Boston 🇺🇸 

A round trip 8 day route from Boston exploring New Hampshire, Vermont, & Maine. There are lots of stops and scenic sights to enjoy the natural beauty in early fall! This is a moderate paced itinerary which I would recommend spending 

Leaf-peeping has become super popular and lots of the charming boutique B&Bs book out quickly because they are small. A few of the areas book out completely by mid-January. I would book no later than February. 

There are also many foliage maps which will help you determine when is best to plan your trip. It is not an exact science as many things affect the exact timing of "peak" including rain fall, temperature, and more. This is my favorite map for New England: https://newengland.com/foliage/foliage/peak-fall-foliage-map/ 

New England, USA

Manchester, Vermont, USA

Gorham, New Hampshire, USA

Maine, USA

The Ultimate New England Fall Ball

Boston, the capital city of Massachusetts, is a vibrant and historic metropolis that effortlessly blends tradition with modernity. Steeped in American history, Boston played a pivotal role in the Revolutionary War, and its cobblestone streets echo tales of the past. Home to prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT, the city is a hub of intellectual and cultural energy.

Visitors can explore iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, which weaves through historic sites like the Old North Church and Paul Revere's House. The Boston Common and Public Garden offer green spaces for relaxation, while the bustling neighborhoods of Beacon Hill and Back Bay showcase charming brownstones and trendy boutiques.

Please note: As I come back and find new places, I’ll be updating this guide. 

Boston Guide

A beautiful time of year to explore the East Coast. 

Bar Harbor, ME, USA

Deer Isle, ME, USA

East Coast Fall Foliage Road Trip

Union Oyster House

The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.  With all of this history how could we not stop in.  That alone would be worth coming here, but the oysters were nothing short of amazing. 

Located on the freedom trail, the Union Oyster House is one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in the United States, tracing its history back to 1826.

The oldest restaurant with in-continuous service in the US. enjoy the fun history that covers the walls and order the scallops. 

A classic Boston staple to try some clam chowda 

Union Oyster House

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