Claimed by many to be the best sushi restaurant in Boston, Uni does not disappoint for those who can afford it. Don't go without trying the much-praised sashimi. With a full sake wine list, Uni provides ample opportunity to splurge. Sample the The...

Hemp's legendary strength, versatility and other, more mystical properties make it a popular material. Comfortably durable and long-lasting hemp shirts, pullovers and even towels line the racks of this store while massage oils, handbags, ropes,...

Come to this pizzeria, located in the Back Bay neighborhood, whenever your hunger pangs get the better of you. The pizzas here are a must have, and have won the “Best Pizza Award” by Improper Bostonian. Try the Brendan's Buffalo Chicken, White...

The inventory at this cool secondhand designer-wear store on Newbury Street includes stuff from the armoires of top notch dressmakers. Every piece maintains its original look without comprising functionality, inspite of being a hand-me-down. Sift...

Called by some the hippest designer clothing shop in all of Boston, this Newbury Street store stocks enough designer labels to keep anyone with a high credit line happy. A fantastic staff is on hand to help you as you browse the chic and hot...

Settle into a deep booth in the mahogany-paneled dining room and get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth culinary experience at this old-fashioned steakhouse. Filet mignon and porterhouse steak are standard fare. The kitchen offers a selection of cheese...

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This a great place to entertain and educate your children and a fascinating museum for all ages. Interactive exhibits focus on four themes: art, culture, science and technology. Displays such as the science playground, hall of toys, playspace,...

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This concrete formation is a wading pool in summer, but it is its winter incarnation as a 16,000-foot outdoor skating rink that gets the most use. On crisp Boston nights, there may be nothing better than a twirl on the ice beneath the trees of the...

Take a photographic journey around Boston. See Beacon Hill, the Public Garden and the Freedom Trail. It's a great way to see Boston come alive, along with simple and creative photo techniques....

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Mike's offers no-frills, inexpensive American-style food. There are a number of breakfast special with eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon and home fries among the menu choices. This diner even roasts its own meats with ham and turkey carved off the bone...

With its collection of photographs and artifacts, this museum celebrates the life and deeds of African-American leader and abolitionist, Harriet Tubman. A figure from the famous slave-liberating Underground Railroad, Tubman was born into slavery but...

Gordon and Fiona Hamersley have owned one of Boston's most popular restaurants for 20 years. Hamersley's Bistro serves contemporary, full-flavored French/Mediterranean food in a relaxed environment. Located in the fashionable South End, Hamersley's...

The Romanesque Mother Church of the Christian Science religion is part of the sect's Boston headquarters. Mary Baker Eddy, a New Hampshire native who moved to Boston in 1881, founded the church in 1879. Members spurn modern medicine in favor of...

Rich, sweet and decadent are just a few appropriate adjectives for this splendid Swiss chocolate shop. Whether you need a scrumptious gift or want to satisfy your own sweet tooth, you will find what you need in the narrow room and glass cases....

A Boston favorite, this restaurant serves modern French cuisine with a New England influence. There are two fixed-price menus: a three-course offering or an elaborate seven-course meal. Poached Sole, Vermont Pheasant, and Grilled Lamb are some of the...

Bankers and conventioneers like the location, students like the prices, and everyone loves the burgers. It is also a great place to stop in for a drink. This inexpensive Back Bay eatery and bar seems slightly out of place in this upscale...

Get a feel for Boston with a stroll along 17 miles of riverside paths and parks. Watch sailboats and racing college crews. On summer evenings, there is free music at the Hatch Memorial Shell (an outdoor stage), and there are always hundreds of...

Originally serving as the headquarters for the First Corps of Cadets, Smith & Wollensky has operated in the historic building since 2004. It is currently the largest-grossing à la carte restaurant in the country. Specializing in hand-butchered,...

This concert on the Charles River Esplanade, begun by late Boston Pops conductor Arthur Fiedler in 1974, has become a nationally known holiday tradition. The evening's high point is the fireworks display over the Charles River, timed to begin just as...

America's oldest park is the heart of Boston, offering recreation opportunities and a glimpse into history through numerous monuments to the past. Designated as public space in 1640, British soldiers later camped here during the Revolutionary War....

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Located in Beacon Hill, the Paramount is a typical diner that serves lunch and dinner. The atmosphere is casual without a lot of fancy décor. For the dinner crowd, things get a little dressier as table cloths and candlelight give the place a more...

Any shopper will enjoy a stroll down this street, which features eight blocks of upscale boutiques, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. On warm weekends, the sidewalks are teeming with window shoppers, street performers and overflowing outdoor cafes....

Gordon and Fiona Hamersley have owned one of Boston's most popular restaurants for 20 years. Hamersley's Bistro serves contemporary, full-flavored French/Mediterranean food in a relaxed environment. Located in the fashionable South End, Hamersley's...

With 100 stores and restaurants to browse through, one can find just about everything within this multi-level complex. Neiman Marcus is a featured store with polite sales clerks who actually take your name and number if they are out of desired stock....

A fleet of Ducks, brightly colored, vintage World War II amphibious vehicles provide 80-minute, narrated, half-land, half-water tours of Boston. Do not be alarmed when your Duck abandons its wheels and lowers itself onto the Charles River! Tours...

The nation's premier steakhouse group, Morton's, not only specializes in serving prime aged beef, but also fresh seafood and delectable chicken entrees. The signature tableside menu presentation at this restaurant is worth watching - the waiter...