Visiting Boston

AORN Expo 2025 | April 5-8 | Boston

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Fun Facts About Boston

The Museum of Fine Arts features masterpieces from around the world and across the ages, including more Monets than any museum outside of Paris.
The bar that inspired the hit TV show "Cheers" is located on Beacon Hill and remains a popular tourist spot.
Right in the heart of the city, the iconic Swan Boats in the Public Garden have been operating since 1877 and remain a city tradition.
Part of the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market dates to 1826 and is a bustling spot for food, shopping, and entertainment.

Globally renowned for its rich history, Boston offers a vibrant culinary scene, abundant outdoor activities, a dynamic arts culture, professional sports teams, and diverse urban and scenic explorations. Here’s a glimpse of what the city offers.

The Freedom Trail

Walk this historic 2.5-mile route to explore 16 significant sites (including the Old North Church and (Paul Revere House) that tell the story of the American Revolution. The city also offers a bevy of other walking trails.

Dining & Cuisine

While Boston is known for its seafood, it offers everything from traditional New England comfort foods to international cuisines. Savor Italian dishes in the North End, explore Asian flavors in Chinatown, enjoy American fare in the Seaport, and indulge in diverse street foods and upscale dining throughout the city's 23 neighborhoods

Arts & Culture

Home to the renowned Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Ballet, and a thriving theater district, the city has numerous art galleries and museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. You can also explore historic venues like the Boston Opera House.

Sports, Sports, Sports

Boston proudly wears the title of the "City of Champions," home to the Red Sox at Fenway Park, the Bruins, and the reigning N.B.A. champion Celtics (the Patriots play in Foxboro). Timing is everything, AORN Expo takes place during the basketball, baseball, and hockey seasons!

Local Attractions

Uncover iconic landmarks, dive into an underwater adventure at the New England Aquarium, or step back in time at the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. And the Boston Common and Public Garden are at your fingertips.

Nightlife

You may not want to sleep much surrounded by a vibrant nightlife scene. Enjoy live music at venues like the House of Blues and Paradise Rock Club, or dance at the clubs in the Theater District. Savor craft cocktails at rooftop bars, unwind at a historic pub, or explore trendy lounges and speakeasies.

Street in Boston with skyline of buildings and trees.

Shopping

If you love retail therapy, you’re in luck. You can explore the upscale boutiques on Newbury Street, browse the trendy shops in the Seaport District, or visit the historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace. For a more eclectic mix, visit the local vendors and artisan markets.

Whale Watching, You Say?

With nearly 300 parks and iconic waterways, the city offers endless outdoor fun. Hop on a whale-watching tour to see marine life up close, discover the scenic Boston Harbor Islands, take a bike ride along the picturesque Charles River Esplanade, or take in the lush greenery of the Arnold Arboretu.

Boston cityscape with interstate in front.

Family Activities

Explore interactive exhibits at the Museum of Science, engage in hands-on learning at the Boston Children's Museum, or visit animals from around the world at Franklin Park Zoo. And don't miss all the creative fun at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center.