The waterfront along Boston Harbor is home to dozens of activities, many available almost all the time.  From museums to a variety of dining options, you're almost certain to find something to suit your tastes below. 

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• See Boston by Boat
  
• Visit the USS Constitution
• Visit the New England Aquarium
  • Go on a Whale Watch with the New England Aquarium
  • See a show at the IMAX Theater at the New England Aquarium
• Visit the Children's Museum
• Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art
• Take a walk on the Harborwalk
  • Download an audio tour of the Harborwalk here
• Take a trip to the Harbor Islands National Park
  • Go for a hike or a swim at Spectacle Island
  • Go for a day trip to George's Island
  • Click Here for the Harbor Islands Express ferry schedule.
• Enjoy a meal on Boston Harbor at:
  • The Harborside Grill and Patio at the Hyatt Harborside
  • Tia's on the Waterfront
  • Joe's American Bar and Grill
  • The Sail Loft
  • The Tavern on the Water
  • Rudi's Bistro Cafe
  • Charlestown Navy Yard Bistro
  • Sorelle
  • The Daily Catch
  • Sel de la Terre
  • Legal Seafoods
  • The Charthouse
  • The Intrigue Cafe at the Boston Harbor Hotel
    
  • Lucky's Lounge
  • The Miel "Brasserie Provencal" Restaurant at the InterContinental Hotel
  • The Barking Crab
  • The Water Café at the Institute of Contemporary Art
  • The Seaport Bar and Grill
  • Yankee Lobster
• Have a hotdog at Sullivan's at Castle Island
• Have an ice cream cone or smoothie at Emack and Bolio's
  Get 10% off if you mention Save the Harbor/Save the Bay at the Aquarium location only
• Join one of the city's sailing centers
  • Boston Sailing Center
  • Courageous Sailing Center
  • The Harry McDonough Sailing Center
  • Piers Park sailing Center
• Go for a swim at Carson Beach
• Relax on the lawn at the Courthouse
• Enjoy the flowers or the fountain at Christopher Columbus Park
• See a free concert or movie at the Boston Harbor Hotel