Gateway to Boston: Things to do in Boston » MA

Boston Weekend Events

No plans yet for the weekend? Check out these great festivals and events happening throughout the Boston area.  Be sure to bring your family and friends to enjoy a one of a kind, unique experience with your loved ones. 
The Boston Arts Festival (Sept. 11-13th)
Boston Improv Festival (Sept. 9-13th) 
Cambridge Carnival (Sept. 13th)
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Boston Museum of Science

Boston Museum of Science is New England’s most visited museum and a necessary stop on your visit to Boston this September. The Museum of Science attracts of 1.4 million visitors each year with its ever-changing exhibits, Imax shows, Planetarium, 3-D Digital Cinema, Live Presentations, and Simulator Experiences. There is something to experience for any age [...]

Salem, Massachusetts

If you’re looking for a quick little day trip outside of the city filled with history, great dining and picturesque scenery then Salem is the place to visit! 
Salem is just a quick 45 minute drive away from Boston, and if you don’t have a car, it is easily accessible by the Commuter Rail departing from [...]

Turners’ Head Chef- Part 2

Q: What makes Turner’s stand out from other seafood restaurants in the Boston area?
A: Our focus on fresh and sustainable seafood. Right now we are trying to go 100% sustainable within the next two to three menu changes. At the moment we are still sourcing product and suppliers to ensure that when we do launch [...]

Turners’ Head Chef – Part 1

Being a chef at one of Boston’s premier seafood dining establishments can at times be a stressful experience (especially when your expected to serve from a menu of largely sustainable foods), but it’s a dream role for any area chef that has grown up on New England’s fine fish. Just ask Armand Toutaint, who has [...]

The Best Ice Cream in the City of Boston

Bostonians eat more ice cream per capita than folks in any another city in America.  I guess that gives us a good reason for the plethora of ice cream parlors spread throughout the city. But with so many choices, where to go? Here’s a rundown of where to grab the hottest frozen treat before summer [...]