Boston Public Garden is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

1. Boston Public Garden

9.6
9 Arlington St (btwn Beacon & Boylston St), Boston, MA
Garden · Beacon Hill · 200 tips and reviews

Emily Y.Emily Yeager: The park benches next to the pond are excellent for people watching and reading a good book on a Saturday afternoon. Read more.

ESPNESPN: When the Red Sox are playing in the World Series, the "Make Way for Ducklings" statues are as excited as anyone in Beantown.

Team CocoTeam Coco: "Since being established by Horace Gray in 1837, the Boston Public Garden has had a strict "No Nudity" policy. Trust me." - Conan O'Brien

Charles River is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

2. Charles River

9.1
Charles River, Boston, MA
River · Beacon Hill · 63 tips and reviews

Carl G.Carl Griffin: Lovely relaxing walks with great views of the city.

Reed C.Reed Cochran: A river that always reflects the exact mood you happen to be in.

Hèlios d.Hèlios del Fresno: 😍😭🌅💝👬

The Esplanade is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

3. The Esplanade

9.5
The Esplanade, Boston, MA
Park · Back Bay East · 80 tips and reviews

Nicole M.Nicole Merritt: Start taking advantage of this awesome running spot - the views are incredible - and you'll be in good company! In the warm weather, bring a towel and lay out on the docks.

ThrillistThrillist: Stroll over to Community Boating for a sail on the Charles. If you’re afraid of the water, enjoy a snooze on the Esplanade’s grassy knolls.

Valentina M.Valentina Monte: Boston college kids: Miss your dog? Go pet strangers'! The Esplanade is one of the only places in Boston that isn't 97.8% college kids!

Frog Pond is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

4. Frog Pond

8.7
84 Beacon St (at Boston Common), Boston, MA
Lake · Beacon Hill · 42 tips and reviews

Misty E.Misty Edgecomb: Skating season! Try going in the evening to avoid the crazy crowds.

Eric O.Eric O: As your date steps onto the ice, grab their hand for balance, but then don't let go and take a few laps. A great way to break the ice.

Gilt CityGilt City: There’s nothing more picture-postcard perfect than skating on the Frog Pond on a crisp winter evening. It’s like being transported inside the snow globe you loved as a kid.

Neptune Oyster is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

5. Neptune Oyster

8.9
63 Salem St (at Morton St), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · North End · 356 tips and reviews

Connie L.Connie Lu: Hot lobster roll FTW! And the Neptunes On Piggyback - the oysters were fried to perfection!

BravoBravo: Worth waiting for a seat in this small resto, with some of the freshest fish and amazing oysters. -Tania Peterson, Top Chef Just Desserts

EaterEater: The North End is generally known for Italian, which makes it all the more impressive that a seafood restaurant has made its name as one of the neighborhood's best places to eat. [Eater 38 Member]

Sam LaGrassa's is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

6. Sam LaGrassa's

8.9
44 Province St (btwn Bromfield & School), Boston, MA
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Boston · 107 tips and reviews

Jennifer A.Jennifer Allen: EVERYTHING IS GREAT!! It's small and quaint. It definitely gets crowded BUT it's worth the wait!

JasonJason: Pastrami pastrami pastrami. Best I've ever had.

BostonTweetBostonTweet: The best New York style deli north of New York.

Myers + Chang is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

7. Myers + Chang

8.6
1145 Washington St (at E Berkeley St), Boston, MA
Chinese Restaurant · South End · 215 tips and reviews

Tom P.Tom Pistone: The dates menus are fun and very filling! Hot date had tiger tears, lettuce wraps, eggplant and chicken with rappini. Soooo good

Tyler B.Tyler Brock: Go here. Eat everything.

EaterEater: Some dishes are Chinese, some Thai, some Vietnamese, and some a fantasy amalgam of various nationalities, but no one would dare call Myers+Chang Pan-Asian. [Eater 38 Member]

Mistral is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

8. Mistral

8.8
223 Columbus Ave (btwn Berkeley & Clarendon St.), Boston, MA
French Restaurant · Prudential - St. Botolph · 88 tips and reviews

Sebastian G.Sebastian Gonzalez-Rubio: Delicious homemade cinnamon buns for brunch here! They take 15 minutes so make sure to order them as soon as you get there!

Nathaniel H.Nathaniel Hajian: Chateau de Sancerre wine is phenomenal. The tuna tartare is a lovely appetizer and goes well with the Sancerre.

Justin B.Justin Breton: Three must gets: dirty martini, beef tenderloin pizza with mashed potatoes and truffle oil and the tuna tartare. $$$$, but definitely worth it. Def. one of the best restaurants in Boston! #bostoneats

Saus Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

9. Saus Restaurant

8.7
33 Union St (Marsh Lane), Boston, MA
Belgian Restaurant · Downtown Boston · 133 tips and reviews

Chris J.Chris Jones: Pork belly sandwich is great, small but crafty beer selection, and possibly the best fries in Boston.

Anand S.Anand Somasundaram: Not bad , good sauces but over priced and small cartons for sauces , get pork belly with your fries

Julianne G.Julianne G: As per the mayor's instructions, get a liège waffle with both caramel and berry sauces on it. Voila! Instant heaven!

Island Creek Oyster Bar is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

10. Island Creek Oyster Bar

500 Commonwealth Ave (at Kenmore St), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Kenmore · 304 tips and reviews

Olya X.Olya Xa: Misty Point, Hog Island, Shigoku, Kumamoto oysters are just awesome!! Ceviche is great as well!

James W.James Wooten III: Try the oyster sliders. Order them without onions to actually taste the oysters.

EaterEater: Island Creek Oyster bar looks more slick than the restaurant you would expect an oyster farm to operate, but it's no less legit. [Eater 38 Member]

Bistro du Midi is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

11. Bistro du Midi

8.9
272 Boylston St (btw Arlington & Hadassah), Boston, MA
French Restaurant · Beacon Hill · 61 tips and reviews

aja m.aja m: Love the cucumber cocktail, also pretty much every single thing on the menu!

Boston.comBoston.com: Bistro du Midi is a Restaurant with a capital R. None of that upscale pub grub that’s been going around. No waiters who want to be your pal. Read more.

Boston MagazineBoston Magazine: There are few restaurants in Boston our staffers recommend to friends more frequently than Provence-inspired Bistro du Midi. In its favor: location, vibe, versatility, and of course, the food. Read more.

Barrington Coffee Roasting Company is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

12. Barrington Coffee Roasting Company

346 Congress St (Farnsworth Street), Boston, MA
Coffee Shop · Seaport District · 105 tips and reviews

Mixmaster M.Mixmaster Mully: Top notch coffee AND baked goods. Def not vegan, come if you like butter!

Shannon S.Shannon Sangster: Walk down the block and stop here rather than Dunkin. Great coffee at a good price. Awesome staff!!

David C.David Chiu: Make sure you try a sip of the drip coffee before adding of your usual dairy or sugar, you might not need to!

Gaslight Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Things to Do in Boston.

13. Gaslight Brasserie

560 Harrison Ave (at Waltham St.), Boston, MA
French Restaurant · South End · 150 tips and reviews

JessicaJessica: It's too hard to choose between the Croque Madame sandwich with fries and the fixed price brunch!

Ben Z.Ben Zipkin: love the steak frites

Alison Z.Alison Zarrella: Good brunch, but terrible service. Slooooow and forgetful.