GETTING TO KNOW BOSTON

Boston, Massachusetts, the location of the 2024 ASOR Annual Meeting, is a vibrant city with plenty of attractions, dynamic neighborhoods, and historic sites. Whether you are looking for a museum to peruse for a few hours or searching for entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, we have compiled a list of exciting things to do in Boston outside of the conference. This is not a full comprehensive list of attractions, but we have included highlights that showcase some of the diverse culture of the city.

Boston Land Acknowledgment and History

Museums to Visit

One of the main attractions of Boston is its extensive number of museums, covering topics ranging from the colonial history of the United States to fine arts and science.

• Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
• Museum of Science, Boston
• Museum of African American History
• USS Constitution Museum
• Harvard Museums
  • Includes the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Harvard Art Museums, Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and more

Downtown Landmarks and Attractions

Boston is full of natural and historical outdoor landmarks that are very accessible from the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. Visit any of these places to enjoy the crisp late autumn air of the city and experience some of Boston’s most beautiful sights.

• Boston Public Garden
• Back Bay Fens
• Boston Harbor
• GPS My City – Self-Guided Walking Tours
• Freedom Trail
  • Includes Boston Commons, Old North Church (needs admission for entrance), Boston Massacre Site, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, and more

Family-Friendly Ideas

Boston is a great city to bring the entire family. There are many family friendly attractions that will provide a fun experience for everyone. MeetBoston has prepared this list of 25 Things to Do in Boston with Kids. Here are some activities within walking distance to the Hilton Boston Park Plaza.

• Boston Children’s Museum
• New England Aquarium
• Frog Pond at the Boston Commons

Evening Entertainment

Looking for something to do in the evenings after the sessions end? Explore Boston’s music scene, upcoming shows, and various sporting events here.

Restaurants

Boston is home to an exquisite and diverse food scene. From fresh sea food to Italian style pizza, Boston is home to hundreds of delectable restaurants. Here are the top places to eat according to MeetBoston and Boston Magazine.

Important Resources

Although we hope that our attendees will not have to utilize the following resources, it is important to be prepared. If you are feeling under the weather, consider visiting these close-by pharmacies and urgent cares.

• Pharmacies
  • Capsule Pharmacy at 414 Boylston Street
  • CVS Pharmacy at 191 Stuart Street
• Urgent Care
  • Bay St. Telemed 24/7
  • Mass General Brigham Urgent Care at 137 Stuart Street, Suite A7
  • AFC Urgent Care Back Bay at 575 Boylston Street

If you have any questions regarding traveling to or getting around Boston, we suggest referencing the 2024 Travel Information page for further information.