Lonely Planet Pocket Boston

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Boston.

Imagine a place where impressive contemporary museums pave the way for public art pop-ups and bustling food halls meet intimate crowd-free eateries. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travelers and locals who have tucked into lobster rolls in the Seaport District, strolled through Hood Park, and followed the Freedom Trail. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Boston travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Exciting 'Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Boston
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Rose Kennedy Greenway, Old South Meeting House, and Trinity Church
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travelers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
• Covers: Downtown & Chinatown, North End & West End, Beacon Hill & Boston Common, Back Bay, Fenway-Kenmore, South End, Seaport District & South Boston, Charlestown, Cambridge

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighborhood by neighborhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Boston.