Boston blends rich American history with vibrant neighborhoods and walkable streets, offering budget travelers free parks, affordable public transit, and cheap eats amid iconic sights.
- ●Walk the free Freedom Trail
- ●Stroll Boston Common and Public Garden
- ●Explore Harvard Yard (free)
- ●MBTA day pass for city hopping ($11)
Expect high summer hotel prices and crowds; shoulder seasons offer better deals but watch for unpredictable New England weather.