10-day Boston itinerary

A ready-made 10-day sightseeing plan for Boston — top-rated attractions, one morning-to-evening schedule per day. Use it as-is or as a starting point; every stop links to full details, hours, and fees. Hungry? Pick your own spot to eat — we don't bake that decision into the plan for you.

1Day 1

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.8

    125 Arborway, Boston

    Harvard's historic 281-acre botanical landscape and living plant museum in Boston

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Boston Fire Museum4.8

    344 Congress Street, Boston

    Explore historic firefighting gear and vintage engines in a restored firehouse.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Public Library - Central Library4.8

    700 Boylston Street, Boston

    Explore historic Renaissance architecture, stunning murals, and vast reading rooms in Boston

2Day 2

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Symphony Orchestra4.8

    301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston

    Experience premier classical music performances inside Boston's historic Symphony Hall.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Charles River Esplanade4.8

    Storrow Dr, Boston

    A scenic riverfront park featuring trails, docks, and vibrant skyline views

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Citizens Opera House4.8

    539 Washington Street, Boston

    Opulent historic Boston theater hosting premier Broadway shows and Boston Ballet.

3Day 3

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Fenway Park4.8

    4 Jersey Street, Boston

    Experience America's oldest active Major League Baseball ballpark in historic Boston.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.8

    465 Huntington Avenue, Boston

    Discover thousands of historic masterpieces at Boston's world-renowned fine art landmark

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Public Garden4.8

    Boston, Boston

    Boston's historic botanical park featuring scenic floral paths and swan boats

4Day 4

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Symphony Hall4.8

    301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston

    Boston's historic landmark venue renowned for world class acoustics and performances

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Boston Children's Museum4.7

    308 Congress Street, Boston

    An interactive hands-on museum designed for curious young minds

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Common4.7

    139 Tremont Street, Boston

    America's oldest public park located in the heart of downtown Boston

5Day 5

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park4.7

    191w Atlantic Avenue, Boston

    Explore scenic trails, Civil War history, and striking harbor skyline views.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Boston National Historical Park- Charlestown Navy Yard4.7

    Building 5, Boston

    Explore rich American naval history along Boston's historic waterfront landmark.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Charlestown Navy Yard4.7

    1st Ave &, Boston

    Explore America's rich maritime history along Boston's historic Freedom Trail waterfront

6Day 6

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Commonwealth Avenue Mall4.7

    484 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston

    A historic tree lined parkway running through Boston's scenic Back Bay

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Harvard Art Museums4.7

    32 Quincy Street, Cambridge

    Discover world class art collections free to everyone in historic Cambridge

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.7

    25 Evans Way, Boston

    Step inside a Venetian palace housing world-class art in Boston

7Day 7

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum4.7

    Columbia Point, Boston

    Explore the life and legacy of President John F. Kennedy

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Museum of Science4.7

    1 Science Park, Boston

    Explore interactive science exhibits, a planetarium, and live lightning shows.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    North Point Park4.7

    6 Museum Way, Boston

    Scenic waterfront park offering skyline views and peaceful walking trails

8Day 8

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Old North Church4.7

    193 Salem Street, Boston

    Discover Boston's iconic historic landmark where the American Revolution was ignited

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    The Boston Center for the Arts4.7

    539 Tremont Street, Boston

    A vibrant South End arts complex supporting local contemporary artists

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    The Boston Children's Museum4.7

    308 Congress Street, Boston

    An interactive museum offering hands-on learning and play for children

9Day 9

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    The Harvard Museum of Natural History4.7

    26 Oxford Street, Cambridge

    Discover delicate glass flowers and ancient dinosaur fossils at Harvard.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    View Boston4.7

    800 Boylston Street, Boston

    Enjoy panoramic 360 degree skyline views from top of Prudential Tower

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Public Market4.6

    100 Hanover Street, Boston

    A vibrant year-round indoor market celebrating local New England producers

10Day 10

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum4.6

    306 Congress Street, Boston

    Step back in time with interactive colonial reenactments on Boston Harbor

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.6

    306 Congress Street, Boston

    Experience living revolutionary history with interactive reenactments aboard restored colonial ships

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Bunker Hill Monument4.6

    Monument Sq, Boston

    A historic Revolutionary War landmark offering panoramic views of Boston's skyline

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