Best of Boston
Best Neighborhood Diversion, Jamaica Plain
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, East Boston
Pier’s Park Sailing Center
Boston
Don't bother stopping at Pier's Park for breathtaking views of Boston Harbor—instead sign up for the two-hour intro to sailing course and hop aboard to [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Charlestown
The Spaulding Rehab Center Playground’s Thomas M. Menino Park
Boston
This universally accessible waterfront playground has more than 60 pieces of equipment, including a carousel with room for wheelchairs. read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Allston
Brighton Music Hall
Boston
At this centrally located venue, concerts span a variety of genres and give prime billing to only-in-Allston faves like Will Dailey, Shea Rose, and Bearstronaut. read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Union Square
Prospect Hill Park
Somerville
George Washington raised the Grand Union Flag here in 1776. Now marked by a castle monument, the city still raises the flag here every New [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, South End
Mills Gallery
Boston
Open until 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, the Mills Gallery is the perfect excuse to extend a cocktail-hour date, and a great way to check [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, South Boston
Thomas Park
Boston
Sure, you could catch a gorgeous sunset on the Esplanade, but the best view in town is from atop Thomas Park. Nine months of the [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Roxbury
The Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists
Boston
Housed in an 1872 mansion, the NCAAA is one of the region's largest depositories of art from the African diaspora. The biggest draw is the [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Kendall Square
Charles River Canoe & Kayak at Kendall Square
Cambridge
Ditch the Google Glass and don a life jacket: In nice weather, there's no better way to spend your lunch hour than paddleboarding ($18) or [...] read more»
2015 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Jamaica Plain
Boating on Jamaica Pond
Boston
Enjoy an impromptu day in the country without actually leaving the city on Jamaica Pond, where, for just $15 per hour, you can take in [...] read more»
2014 Best Neighborhood Diversion, Washington Square
The Publick House
Washington Square
Think of the Publick House less as a bar, and more as a library stocked with craft Belgians. You’ll even get an education, thanks to [...] read more»