Comments on: Free Things to do in Boston

By: Samantha

Samantha — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:01:26 +0000

Wow, as a Bostonian I’m impressed by your picks. Most tourists suggest going to all the historical places but obviously we have alot more than just old crap. I’d add window shopping on Newbury Street and free Thursdays at the Institute of Contemporary Art.

By: Chris Christensen (Amateur Traveler)

Chris Christensen (Amateur Traveler) — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:43:25 +0000

Great list, I also did not know about Castle Island.

By: Jon

Jon — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 05:14:01 +0000

Great List. I grew up just outside of Boston and love the city but often forget some of the most “touristy” stuff that is really a good time, like the hatch shell, public gardens, etc.

The Arnold Arboretum is really a nice find– haven’t been there since my parents dragged me when I was little, but I will be going soon. It is beautiful.

ONE THING YOU MISSED THOUGH: It is free to walk around outside Fenway park and see it. Without a doubt, seeing a game is an amazing experience, especially if you have any baseball knowledge, but with tickets expensive, reading a little and then seeing the park is a great thing to do for someone looking to understand Boston. Fenway Park IS boston.

By: Erica

Erica — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:42:04 +0000

When you visit Harvard, just don’t rub the foot of the John Harvard statue (like most tourists do). Take it from a Harvard grad…

By: NomadicMatt

NomadicMatt — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:05:09 +0000

@Neha: Good to have you! Thanks for visiting!

By: kristin

kristin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:05:26 +0000

This is cool. Makes me want to go to Boston now Can you tell me the free things to do in Atlanta

Only 3 more days until the big trip!!

By: Sally Jackson

Sally Jackson — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:09:57 +0000

For the record, the Samuel Adams Brewery is in Jamaica Plain (take the Orange line to the Stonybrook T stop).. They offer frequent tours, tastings and events.

In South Boston Harpoon Brewery also offers tours and tastings.

By: Neha

Neha — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:57:48 +0000

Hi Matt, chanced upon your blog today and just couldn’t stop reading. You’re doing things I’ve always wanted to do…your list of things u want2do seems so similar to mine. Only difference is you’re actually doing all that while I am still only dreaming.
Adding you to my blogroll and plan to be a regular visitor. Let me know if you ever need help planning a trip to India!!
Take care.

By: Quickroute

Quickroute — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:32:50 +0000

You had to go and put the Sam Adams logo in the photo – I miss that beer so much! (

By: NomadicMatt

NomadicMatt — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:20:35 +0000

@Susan: I know. You always think you can do it later but later never comes and before you know it the chance is gone.

@Christine: Shame on you!!

@Theresa: I often wonder the same thing too.

@Steve: You should visit!