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FENWAY PARK TOUR: Active Duty Military & Active Reserve ID tickets are $10. (877) 733-7699, 4 Yawkey Way; Take a tour of America’s oldest ballpark and visit one of the many hotspots on Lansdowne Street. M.B.T.A. GREEN line, B, C, D trains, Kenmore stop.
PRUDENTIAL SKYWALK: Free with Active Duty Military ID. (617) 859-0648; 800 Boylston Street, Floor 50, Back Bay; Ride 52 floors to the Top of the Hub Restaurant and Bar and the Prudential Skywalk to see Boston and the Charles River from a bird’s-eye view. M.B.T.A.: GREEN Line, E train, Prudential stop.
FREEDOM TRAIL: (617) 357-8300; Boston Common to Bunker Hill; Journey through the history of the American Revolution by walking Boston’s Freedom Trail. Includes sites such as the U.S.S. Constitution, the Old State House, and Faneuil Hall. M.B.T.A. GREEN or RED line, Park Street stop.
THE ITALIAN NORTH END: Indulge in the North End’s authentic Italian eats including Pizzeria Regina, the oldest pizzeria in Boston and Mike’s (scrumptious) Pastry. M.B.T.A GREEN or ORANGE Line, Haymarket stop.
BOSTON’S BREWERIES: Learn about Boston’s long history and love affair with beer by taking the Harpoon and Sam Adams Brewery tours. Harpoon Brewery:1-888-HARPOON; 306 Northern Avenue (Seaport District); M.B.T.A., SILVER line, World Trade Center stop; Sam Adams Brewery: (617) 368-5080; 30 Germania Street; M.B.T.A. ORANGE line, Stony Brook stop.
TOURS *Please remember to ask venues you visit if they offer a military discount as rates quoted below are subject to change. Also, be sure to check with all venues and attractions for possible discounts for dependents as well.*
SUPER DUCK TOURS: Military discount available with valid ID. Additional military discount available when you purchase your tickets at the Boston USO at USCG ISC. Discount tickets can be purchased for the entire party. (877) 34-DUCKS; Gate 1, Charlestown Navy Yard; www.superducktours.com; For a tour of Boston’s top sites that is a splashing good time! M.B.T.A.: GREEN or ORANGE: North Station
U.S.S. CONSTITUTION: Free tours with Active Military ID. (617) 242-5670(the ship); Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown; www.history.navy.mil/ussconstitution; Visit “Old Ironsides”, the oldest commissioned naval vessel afloat and the maritime museum with fun activities for the children! M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop.
FENWAY PARK TOUR: Active Duty Military and Active Reserve ID tickets are $10. (877) 733-7699; 4 Yawkey Way; http://boston.redsox.mlb.com; Tour American’s oldest ballpark and home of the Boston Red Sox. M.B.T.A. GREEN line, B, C, D trains, Kenmore stop
BOSTON UPPER DECK TROLLEY TOURS: Military discount available with valid ID. Additional military discount available when you purchase your tickets at the Boston USO at USCG ISC. (617) 742-1440; Multiple pick-up locations; www.bostonupperdecktrolleytours.com; The Upper Deck Trolley provides a bird’s eye view high above the traffic and is great for photo opportunities!
PRUDENTIAL CENTER SKYWALK: FREE with Active Duty Military ID. (617) 859-0648; 800 Boylston Street, Floor 50, (Back Bay); www.prudentialcenter.com/shop/shop_detail.php?id=64; Visit New England’s tallest observatory to see breathtaking views of old and new Boston. M.B.T.A.: GREEN Line (E train), Prudential stop.
THE FREEDOM TRAIL TOURS: (617) 357-8300; Boston Common to Bunker Hill; www.thefreedomtrail.org; This 2.5 mile red-brick walking trail will lead you to sixteen of the American Revolution’s most significant sites! The Trail can be walked self-guided or the Freedom Trail Foundation offers a 90-minute guided tour by costumed tour guides (Tickets for guided tours must be purchased online). M.B.T.A. GREEN or RED line, Park Street stop.
HARPOON BREWERY TOUR: 1-888-HARPOON; 306 Northern Avenue (Seaport District); www.harpoonbrewery.com; Visit the flagship Harpoon Brewery for a tour complete with tasting! Free tastings weekdays at 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Full tours available Sat/Sun for $5. M.B.T.A., SILVER Line, World Trade Center stop.
SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: (617) 368-5080; 30 Germania Street (Jamaica Plain); www.samueladams.com; Find out why Sam Adams was both a brewer and a patriot by enjoying a free tour of the brewery, complete with beer tasting and souvenir glass! M.B.T.A. ORANGE Line, Stony Brook stop.
MUSEUMS *Please note, public libraries in the City of Boston and the suburbs often offer daily passes to a variety of museums if you have a library card. Contact your local library and check out what they offer. Also, be sure to check with all venues and attractions for possible discounts for dependents as well.*
BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: Free for Active Duty Military ID. (617) 426-6500; 308 Congress Street (Seaport District); www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org; Fun-filled, hands-on exhibits will entertain young children for hours. Best for children ages 1-10. M.B.T.A. RED Line, South Station stop or SILVER Line, Courthouse stop.
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE: Free admission to Exhibit Halls for Active Duty Military ID. (617) 723-2500; 1 Science Park; www.mos.org; Explore the world of science and technology with a variety of exhibits and shows that are fun for “scientists” of all ages! M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Science Park stop.
NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM: Discounted admission $11.95 for Active Duty Military ID. (617) 973-5200; 1 Central Wharf (Waterfront/Boston Harbor); www.neaq.org; Fun for all ages! Includes a four-story coral reef exhibit surrounded by a walking ramp, so all levels can be viewed as you walk from the bottom to the top. M.B.T.A. BLUE Line, Aquarium stop.
JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM: Free admission with Military ID. (617) 929-4523; Columbia Point, Dorchester; www.jfklibrary.org; View documents and exhibits from the Kennedy Administration including an exhibit on his military career & Jacqueline Kennedy’s famous gowns! M.B.T.A. RED Line, JFK/UMass stop, take the shuttle bus to the museum.
PAUL REVERE HOUSE: Free admission with Active Duty Military ID. (617) 523-2338; 19 North Square (North End); www.paulreverehouse.org; Visit the home of Paul Revere- Silversmith, craftsman, and patriot whose legend was solidified with his famous “Midnight Ride” towards Lexington and Concord. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Lines, Haymarket stop
SPORTS MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND: Free admission for entire party with Active Military ID. (617) 624-1234; 100 Legends Way; www.tdbanknorthgarden.com/sportsmuseum; Located at the TDGarden, this museum celebrates the character, teams, and legacies that define New England’s sports teams. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop.
U.S.S. CONSTITUTION AND MUSEUM: Free admission with Active Military ID. (617) 242-5670(the ship); (617) 426- 1812 (the museum); Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown; www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org; www.history.navy.mil/ussconstitution; Visit “Old Ironsides”, the oldest commissioned naval vessel afloat and the maritime museum with fun activities for the children! M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop.
MIT HART NAUTICAL GALLERY: FREE admission (617) 253-5927; 55 Massachusetts Avenue, Building #5, Cambridge; web.mit.edu/museum/exhibitions/hart.html; View a wide range of large-scale ship models. M.B.T.A. RED Line, Kendall/MIT stop.
BOSTON TEA PARTY SHIP AND MUSUEM: Discounted Admission with Active Military ID (additional savings if booked online). (617) 338-1773; 306 Congress St., Boston; http://www.bostonteapartyship.com; Learn about one of the most famous events leading to the American Revolution at this interactive museum, complete with a firsthand opportunity to throw tea into Boston Harbor! M.B.T.A. RED Line, South Station stop.
Outdoor Parks and Shopping
BOSTON COMMON and PUBLIC GARDEN: www.bostoncommonfrogpond.org; Boston Common is America’s oldest public park and is primarily open space but does include the Boston Massacre and Shaw Memorials as well as the Frog Pond. Directly next to the Common is Boston’s Public Garden which contains a lake (where you can find the famed swan boats) and a large series of formal plantings and monuments. M.B.T.A. RED or GREEN line, Park St. stop.
COPLEY PLACE AND THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER: Huntington Avenue, Boylston and Dartmouth Streets (Back Bay); (617) 369-5000 Copley Mall and (800) SHOP-PRU Prudential Center; Two shopping areas connected by a glass bridge, these centers offer a wide variety of stores. A large food court is available in the Prudential Mall and restaurants include the Cheesecake Factory, Legal Sea Foods, Wagamama, and many more. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line E Train, Copley or Prudential stops.
NEWBURY STREET: Newbury Street (Back Bay); Near the Public Garden at one end and the Back Bay at the other, Newbury is Boston’s answer to New York’s Fifth Avenue. This tree-lined street boasts designer shops, small boutiques, specialty stores, cafes, restaurants, and much more. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Arlington or Copley or Hynes Convention Center stops.
QUINCY MARKET and FANEUIL HALL: (617) 523-1300; 4 South Market Building; Marked by a statue of Samuel Adams, Faneuil Hall was the primary location for town and other large meetings during the American Revolution. Directly behind the hall, sandwiched between government center and Boston harbor, is Quincy Market. This historic open-air market now boasts a variety of modern stores and restaurants. M.B.T.A. GREEN or BLUE Line, Government Center stop.
The North End – Boston’s “Little Italy” (NEARBY NEW ENGLAND USO) *All near the M.B.T.A GREEN or ORANGE Line, Haymarket stop
PAUL REVERE HOUSE: *FREE with Active Duty Military I.D. Visit the home of Paul Revere- Silversmith, craftsman, and patriot whose legend was solidified with his famous “Midnight Ride” towards Lexington and Concord. (617) 523- 2338; 19 North Square, North End, Boston; www.paulreverehouse.org
CAFFE VITTORIA: 290-296 Hanover Street; Enjoy a cappuccino sprinkled with cocoa, cinnamon, or nutmeg here!
MIKE’S PASTRY: 300 Hanover Street; One of the North End’s most famous destinations, people lineup for this shop’s traditional Italian pastries, cookies, cappuccino and more!
OLD NORTH CHURCH: (617) 523-6676; 193 Salem Street; www.oldnorth.com; Hear a guided tour of the famous church and the lanterns that signaled Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride and the start of the American Revolution!
PAUL REVERE MALL “THE PRADO”: Hanover Street at Clark Street; A beautiful respite from the sunshine, this tree- lined, brick –paved park, located between two historic churches - St. Stephen's & Old North and holds the famous equestrian statue of Paul Revere at the Hanover Street entrance.
PIZZERIA REGINA: (617) 227-0765; 11 ½ Thacher Street; Serving classic old-world style, brick oven pizza since 1926, Pizza Regina is Boston’s oldest operating pizzeria. Stop by for a taste of this North End staple!
STANZA DEI SIGARI: (617) 227-0295; 292 Hanover Street; www.stanzadeisigari.com; A classic cigar parlor at includes an amazing array of cigars & liquors for you to enjoy! 21+
ALL HANDS CLUB: *Specials for military members! The best place to start the night - pool table, big-screen television, weekly theme nights. Tue.-Sat. 15:00-24:00; No cover charge, 21+. (617) 223-3266; 427 Commercial Street;
IMPROV ASYLUM THEATER: *Two tickets per Active Duty Military I.D. Wed.-Sun. 8pm, Fri. 8pm, 10pm, 12am, Sat. 4pm, 8pm, 10pm, 12am, Sun. 8pm. Complimentary same-day reservations, based on theater availability, please call the USO. (617) 720-4531; 216 Hanover Street; www.improvasylum.com
Complimentary and Discounted Tickets
IMPROV ASYLUM THEATER: Two complimentary tickets per Active Duty Military ID. Please call the USO for reservations (617) 720-4531; 216 Hanover Street (North End); www.improvasylum.com; Wed.-Sun. 8pm, Fri. 8pm, 10pm, 12am, Sat. 4pm, 8pm, 10pm, 12am, Sun. 8pm. Complimentary same-day reservations, based on theater availability. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Lines, Haymarket stop.
LYRIC STAGE:$10 off at the door with Active Duty Military ID. 140 Clarendon Street (Back Bay); www.lyricstage.com; Wednesday/Thursday 7:30pm, Friday 8pm, Saturday 4pm and Sunday 3pm. Complimentary, same-day reservations can be made, based on theater availability. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Copley stop.
SHEAR MADNESS: Two complimentary tickets per Active Duty Military ID. Please call the USO for reservations (617) 720-4531; Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton Street (Theatre District); www.charles-playhouse.com. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 8pm. Sun. 3pm and 7pm. Complimentary, same-day reservations can be made, based on theater availability. Please call Friday or Saturday to secure available tickets for Sunday performances. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Boylston stop.
DICK DOHERTY'S COMEDY VAULT: Special military discount tickets 2-for-$12 Sun.-Thu. and 2-for-$20 Fri.-Sat. Please call the USO for reservations (617) 720-4531 Remington's Restaurant, 124 Boylston Street (Theatre District); www.dickdoherty.com; Shows at 9pm. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Boylston stop.
NICK'S COMEDY STOP: $5 off at the Door with Active Duty Military ID. 100 Warrenton Street (Theatre District); www.nickscomedystop.com; Thursday-Friday: 8:30pm. Complimentary same-day reservations, based on theater availability. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Boylston stop
THE SOPRANOS LAST SUPPER: Two Complimentary Tickets Per Active Military ID. Call USO 617-720-4949 for reservations and show schedules; location varies; www.comedywedding.com; A spoof of the EMMY winning series. Please call USO on Thursday for a Saturday show.
MARIA’S BACHELORETTE PARTY: Two Complimentary Tickets Per Active Military ID. Call USO 617-720-4949 for reservations and show schedules; location varies; www.comedywedding.com; Maria’s getting married and her friends are throwing the hottest party of the century for her – complete with male dancers! R rated evening out for the girls! Please call USO on Thursday for a Saturday show.
JOEY AND MARIA’S COMEDY ITALIAN WEDDING: Two Complimentary Tickets Per Active Military ID. Call USO 617- 720-4949 for reservations and show schedules; location varies; www.comedywedding.com; Now in the twelfth year! Join the Cavatellis and the Gnocchis for a night of nutty nuptials. Please call USO on Thursday for a Saturday show.
BOSTIX: 617-262-8632; 650 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116; www.bostix.org; With regular half price sales, BosTix is a great resource for last minute deals on theatre, dance, comedy, and music tickets. Check prices online or in person at their Copley Square and Faneuil Hall ticket windows.
New England Sports TICKETING AND SPORTS VENUES *Sign up for our E-Blast newsletter or please call the USO for additional ticket opportunities based on availability*
BOSTON RED SOX: Standing Room Only Tickets $10 each (max 2) with Active Military ID. Tickets must be purchased at Gate D two hours before game time – first come first served Fenway Park Tour: Active Duty Military and Active Reserve ID tickets are $10. (877) 733-7699; 4 Yawkey Way; The hometown favorite Boston Red Sox play at the historic Fenway Park in Boston’s Back Bay- a once in a lifetime experience for any sports fan! For tickets, please contact the Red Sox box office at 1-877-REDSOX9. SRO tickets released prior to all home games. M.B.T.A. GREEN line, B, C, D trains, Kenmore stop.
BOSTON BRUINS and BOSTON CELTICS: (617) 624-1331; 100 Legends Way; www.tdgarden.com or team websites; The TDGarden is home to the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics who are among the most storied franchises in NHL Hockey and the NBA respectively. For ticketing and schedules please TDGarden’s or individual team websites. Also, don’t forget to visit the SPORTS MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND (Free admission for entire party with Active Military ID) and the pro shop located inside the TDGarden. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop.
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS and NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION: (508) 543-1776; 1 Patriot Place Foxborough, MA; www.gillettestadium.com; Sharing Gillette Stadium just south of Boston in Foxborough, are the New England Patriots, who rank among the elite franchises in NFL history, and the MLS New England Revolution. In addition, the shopping and entertainment complex surrounding the stadium, known as Patriot Place, provides plenty to do pre or post-game. For ticketing and schedules please visit Gillette Stadium’s or the individual team websites.
ACE TICKETING: (617) 783-3333; various locations; www.aceticket.com; ACE often sells tickets at discount on short notice for many of Boston’s top sporting and other events!
TOP BOSTON SPORTS BARS The next best thing to being at the game! MCGREEVY’S : (617) 262-0911; 911 Boylston Street, Back Bay; www.mcgreevysboston.com; Boasts the duel distinction of being America’s first Sports Bar (originally known as McGreevy’s 3rd Base Salon) and home of Boston’s own Dropkick Murphys! M.B.T.A GREEN line, Hynes Convention Center stop.
THE BLEECHER BAR: (617) 262-2424; 82A Lansdowne Street; www. bleacherbarboston.com; Views directly into centerfield of Fenway Park without needing a ticket! Open game and non-game days. M.B.T.A GREEN line, Kenmore stop.
JERRY REMY’S SPORTS BAR: Two locations: across from Fenway Park, 1265 Boylston Street (617) 236-7369; On the Seaport, 250 Northern Avenue Boston (617) 856-7369. Great TVS for watching sports; enjoy the Roof Top Deck with views of Fenway Park or Seaport’s views of Boston Harbor!
CASK’N’FLAGON: (617) 536-4840; 62 Brookline Avenue, near Fenway Park; www.casknflagon.com; Consistently rated among Boston’s top sports bars, the Cask ’n’ Flagon is frequented by tourists and locals alike. Its location, just steps from Fenway Park, makes it a great place to stop in pre or post game while taking in the atmosphere around the ball park. M.B.T.A GREEN line, Kenmore stop.
BOSTON BEER WORKS: Two locations in Boston: 112 Canal Street, near the TDGarden, (617) 896-2337; 61 Brookline Avenue, near Fenway Park, (617) 536-2337; www.beerworks.net; Located near the two major sports arenas, this micro-brewery offers an extensive food menu to go along with their wide selection of beverages complete with hometown flare with names that include Bunker Hill Blueberry and Patriot Pilsner.
Boston Dining Guide HISTORIC TAVERNS AND RESTAURANTS CHEERS (BULL & FINCH PUB): (617) 227-9605; 84 Beacon Street, Back Bay; www.cheersboston.com; Visit the original exterior for the hit show Cheers or see the remake of the set at their location in Quincy Market! M.B.T.A. RED or GREEN Line, Park Street stop.
BELL IN HAND: (617) 227-2098; 45-55 Union Street, just down from Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall; www.bellinhand.com; With the distinction of being America’s oldest tavern, this pub offers several rooms of entertainment, food, and drinks, including their own Bell in Hand beer. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Lines, Haymarket stop.
GREEN DRAGON: (617) 367-0055; 11 Marshall Street, just around the corner from the Bell in Hand; Though the original structure was lost to fire, the Green Dragon was the tavern of choice for patriots including Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock during the American Revolution. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Lines, Haymarket stop.
WARREN TAVERN: (617) 241-8142; 2 Pleasant St. Charlestown; Built in 1780 and visited by many of America’s Revolutionary heroes, including George Washington and Paul Revere, the Warren Tavern offers a lunch menu including Brunch, lunch, and dinner options. Whether visiting the U.S.S. Constitution or Bunker Hill Monument, this tavern is the perfect stop while in Charlestown. M.B.T.A. ORANGE Line, Community College stop.
UNION OYSTER HOUSE: 617-227-2750; 41 Union Street; The oldest restaurant in Boston and the oldest continuously operating restaurant in America, the Union Oyster House was also a favorite establishment of John F. Kennedy. Enjoy a meal at this historic venue in the same booth preferred by JFK himself- dedicated to him and known as the “Kennedy Booth.” M.B.T.A GREEN or ORANGE Lines, Haymarket stop.
OMNI PARKER HOUSE: 617-227-8600; 60 School Street; The historical Parker Restaurant in the Parker House Hotel was frequented by literary greats including Charles Dickens and Ralph Waldo Emerson. It is also the birthplace of the original Boston Cream Pie! M.B.T.A. RED or GREEN Line, Park Street stop.
CASUAL DINING BOSTON BEER GARDEN: (617) 269-0990; 734 E Broadway (between K St & L St), South Boston; www.bostonbeergarden.com; This popular South Boston bar and restaurant has an extensive food and beverage menu as well as hosting a variety special events. M.B.T.A RED line, Broadway stop.
WAGAMAMA: (617) 742-92421, Faneuil Hall Market Place; (617) 778-2344, 800 Boylston Street #117; www.wagamama.us; A global chain with two locations in Boston- Quincy Market and the Prudential Center Mall (near Saks Fifth Avenue), this made to order noodle spot has a great selection of fresh and nutritious food with an Asian twist.
LEGAL SEA FOODS: multiple locations throughout Boston; www.legalseafoods.com; A Boston icon, Legal Sea Foods has an variety of fresh Sea Food and one of the most popular New England clam chowders around! For great outdoor dining with views of Boston Harbor, check out their location on Long Wharf.
THE BLACK ROSE: (617) 742-2286; 160 State Street, near Quincy Market; www.blackroseboston.com; A classic Irish Pub serving everything from traditional pub fare, seafood, salads, sandwiches, and even breakfast. M.B.T.A. GREEN or BLUE line, Government Center stop.
VEGGIE GALAXY: (617) 497-1513; 450 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge; A classic American diner with a vegetarian twist! Offering everything from “meatloaf”, burgers, macaroni and cheese, pies, cakes, and all day breakfast with options suitable for vegans and gluten-free diets. M.B.T.A. RED line, Central stop.
BARKING CRAB: (617) 426-2722;88 Sleeper St, Waterfront; www.barkingcrab.com; For lively waterfront dining complete with a variety of seafood and drink options! M.B.T.A SILVER line, World Trade Center stop.
HARU SUSHI: (617) 536-0770; 55 Huntington Avenue (next to the Prudential Center); www.harusushi.com; A modern sushi restaurant with plenty of menu options to select from! Don’t miss their excellent lunch and late night specials. M.B.T.A. GREEN line, E Train, Prudential stop.
Nightlife and Entertainment
ALL HANDS CLUB: Specials for military members! (617) 223-3266; U.S. Coast Guard, 427 Commercial Street, North End; Tue.-Sat. 3:00pm-midnight. The best place to start the night - pool table, big-screen television, weekly theme nights. No cover charge; 21+. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, Haymarket or North Station stops
FELT: (617) 350-5555; 533 Washington Street, Downtown Crossing; www.feltclubboston.com; Features four levels of entertainment - restaurant, billiards, lounge, & nightclub. M.B.T.A. ORANGE or RED Line, Downtown Crossing stop
GYPSY BAR: (617) 482-7799; 116 Boylston Street, Theatre District; gypsybarboston.com; With its dimly lit corners, inviting couches & plasma TVs tuned to the Fashion Channel, Gypsy Bar is the spot for a chic late-night rendezvous. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Boylston stop
THE HARP: (617) 742-1010; 85 Causeway Street, near the TDGarden; www.harpboston.com; Live music and entertainment. Cover charge varies. Dress Code: No hats, no t-shirts, no ripped clothing. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop
JILLIANS POOL HALL: (617) 437-0300; 145 Ipswich Street, near Fenway Park; www.jilliansboston.com; Friday and Saturday after 8pm, 21+only. No Cover. Casual Dress. Three Floors of entertainment! M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, B, C, D, Trains, Kenmore stop
WEST END JOHNNIE’S: (617) 227-1588; 138 Portland St.; www.westendjohnnies.com; Located not far from the TDGarden and Boston’s Italian North End, West End Johnnies offers a diverse menu, casual atmosphere, as weekend entertainment and dancing. M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop.
HOUSE OF BLUES: (888) 693–2583; 15 Lansdowne Street; www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/boston; Located just steps from Fenway Park, The House of Blues hosts a variety of special events and entertainment. For additional information, please see the venues website. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Kenmore stop.
THE LANDSDOWNE PUB: (617) 247-1222; 9 Lansdowne Street; www.lansdownepubboston.com; Located steps from Fenway on the hot-spot filled Lansdowne Street, The Lansdowne Pub offers traditional Irish fare, events, and entertainment. A true Boston classic! M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Kenmore stop.
Boston Family Fun *Be sure to check with all venues and attractions for possible discounts for dependents as well.*
FRANKLIN PARK ZOO: Free with Active Duty Military I.D. (617) 541-5466; 1 Franklin Park Road, Dorchester; www.franklinparkzoo.org; Explore the wonders of a tropical rainforest, the Australian outback, or the African savannah in one of these exhibit areas. M.B.T.A.: ORANGE Line, Forest Hills stop, then take the #16 bus
BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: FREE for Active Duty Military. (617) 426-6500; 308 Congress Street (Seaport District); www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org; Fun-filled, hands-on exhibits will entertain young children for hours. Best for children ages 1-10. M.B.T.A. RED Line, South Station stop or SILVER Line, Courthouse stop.
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE: Free admission for Active Duty Military ID to Exhibit Halls. (617) 723-2500; 1 Science Park; www.mos.org; Explore the world of science and technology with a variety of exhibits and shows that are fun for “scientists” of all ages! M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Science Park stop.
NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM: Discounted admission $11.95 for Active Duty Military ID. (617) 973-5200; 1 Central Wharf, Waterfront/Boston Harbor; www.neaq.org; Fun for all ages! Includes a four-story coral reef exhibit surrounded by a walking ramp, so all levels can be viewed as you walk from the bottom to the top. M.B.T.A. BLUE Line, Aquarium stop.
USS CONSTITUTION & MUSEUM: Free admission with Active Military ID. (617) 242-5670(the ship); (617) 426-1812 (the museum); Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown; www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org; www.history.navy.mil/ussconstitution; Visit “Old Ironsides”, the oldest commissioned naval vessel afloat and the maritime museum with fun activities for the children! M.B.T.A. GREEN or ORANGE Line, North Station stop
CURIOUS GEORGE BOOKSTORE: (617) 547-4500; 1 JFK Street, Cambridge (Harvard Square); www.thecuriousgeorgestore.com; The only Curious George Bookstore in the world, this shop dedicated to the curious little monkey has a books and other merchandise as well as hosting a variety of events for young children. M.B.T.A. RED Line, Harvard Square
ROSE KENNEDY GREENWAY: A result of the “Big Dig”, this greenway contains a carousel and several dancing water fountains for children to play in. A perfect resting spot just steps from Boston harbor and Quincy Market. M.B.T.A BLUE Line, Aquarium stop.
SWAN BOATS: 617-522-1966; Boston Public Garden 4 Charles Street; Dating back to the 1870s, the Swan Boats are an iconic Boston fixture and a relaxing way to take in the scenery of the 24 acres within Boston’s Public Garden. M.B.T.A GREEN Line, Arlington stop.
MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS: Boston Public Garden; Based on the famous children’s book Make Way for Ducklings, this popular statue is a top attraction within the Boston Victorian- style Public Garden. M.B.T.A. GREEN Line, Arlington stop.