Celebrate your best Boston Christmas yet with these favorite spots to eat and stay, plus light displays, craft markets, and festive performances.
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From lobster trap trees to Santa’s arrival by boat, coastal Christmas celebrations are a hallmark of New England’s holiday season. Here are nine of our favorite merry meet-ups by the sea.
Connecticut
10 Best Things to Do in Connecticut
From diving into maritime history to feasting on a hot and buttered lobster roll, these Nutmeg State experiences are some of the best things to do in Connecticut.
Buoy your holiday spirits this year with a visit to one of our region’s lobster trap Christmas trees.
A ride on the Polar Express is a magical holiday experience for the whole family. Here’s where you can find Polar Express train ride locations in New England. But don’t wait! Tickets sell out fast.
From tunnels of twinkling lights to a theatrical visit to Bedford Falls, here are some of our favorite holiday things to do in Connecticut this year!
Massachusetts
10 Best Things to Do in Massachusetts
From fried clams to the ultimate scenic drive, these Bay State experiences are some of the best things to do in Massachusetts.
From magical mansions to classic Christmas theater, here are some of our favorite holiday things to do in Rhode Island this year!
Massachusetts
9 Best Things to Do in Massachusetts This Holiday Season
From mega light displays to more than one telling of “The Nutcracker,” here’s a sampling of the best holiday events in Massachusetts.
From moose-spotting to lobster-eating, these Vacationland experiences are some of the best things to do in Maine.
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4 Favorite Boston Seaport Restaurants
From classic seafood to globetrotting flavors, the offerings at these Boston Seaport restaurants are bound to whet your appetite.
Shop local this holiday season with this festive sampler of craft fairs and artisan galleries for one-of-a-kind gifts.