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Boston and Beyond
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items Your go-to guide to Boston and beyond — where every rec is curated with intention, culture, and vibe. Whether it’s your first visit or your hometown glow-up, this list helps you fall in love with the city all over again.
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Iconic Boston Views & Vibes
Markets, Makers & Experiences
Arts, Culture & History
Eats & Sips
Hidden Gems & Black Excellence
Iconic Boston Views & Vibes
Breathtaking rooftops, skyline selfies, and city energy you can’t fake. These spots serve major main character moments and the best views in Boston.
Sky-high views, stunning at sunset, and a full 360° look at the city. A must for your Boston bucket list 🌆
View Boston
Black-owned.Vibes high. Cocktails vibey. On my list.
Apex Rooftop Bar and Lounge
Trendy Seaport rooftop with skyline backdrops and cozy vibes — great for golden hour cocktails 🥂
Rooftop at The Envoy
Giant glowing swings, lawn games, live DJs, and food trucks. Free entry and summer vibes all day.
the Lawn on D
Markets, Makers & Experiences
From custom lip shades to handmade gems and Black-owned brilliance, this is where culture, creativity, and community collide. Come to browse, leave inspired.
A rotating pop-up featuring Black-owned brands in beauty,fashion,art & food.
Black Owned Bos. Market @ Seaport
Sundays in the city done right — food trucks, handmade finds, fresh flowers, and local art. A summer must for chill vibes, good eats, and supporting small businesses 🌞🎨
SoWa Open Market
Create your own lipstick shade from scratch. Pick your color, finish, scent, and even name it. It’s giving luxury, main character, and girls’ day energy.
Lip Lab Boston Seaport
Arts, Culture & History
Soak up Boston’s story — from peaceful gardens to iconic landmarks. These picks balance soul and scenery for the intentionally curious.
A powerful tribute to MLK and Coretta Scott King — rooted in Black love, legacy, and presence. Walk through, pause, and feel it.
The Embrace
A lush, historic escape in the city — pedaled swan-boat rides, statues, fountains & seasonal blooms make the Public Garden a timeless must-see 🌼
Public Garden
A 2.5-mile red-brick path through Boston’s revolutionary past — 16 historic stops from Boston Common to Bunker Hill. Walk, learn, and feel the history beneath your feet 🇺🇸
The Freedom Trail
Nature is a form of self-care. Walk, reflect, or just sit under the trees in peace. Free, spacious, and grounding.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Eats & Sips
Good drinks, better food, and unforgettable vibes. These are the places to sip slowly, laugh loudly, and stay longer than planned.
Black-owned. R&B vibes. Good food, strong drinks, and a grown-folks vibe all night.
The MIX
Live music, wine flights, and a full dinner menu. It’s giving R&B, grown-folks energy, and candlelit table convos.
City Winery Boston
Luxury movie night. Plush seats, real meals, cocktails, and a no-talking rule so you can vibe without distractions.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Boston Seaport
Hidden Gems & Black Excellence
Off the beaten path but never off your radar. These gems spotlight Black brilliance, local love, and must-visit magic.
Boston’s only Black-owned bookstore. Cozy, intentional, and full of good reads by us, for us. A must-visit when you’re in your soft, well-read era.
Frugal Bookstore