Boston city is deemed as one of the easiest and safest cities to explore in the U.S and for a good reason. The city offers visitors history and cultural lessons while allowing visitors to stay in shape. The city is often referred to as the most fun cities in the U.S., providing travelers or any other tourists with sufficient opportunities for an active and healthy vacation. Visitors can also experience history while experiencing the city first hand since they have lots of historical sites of attractions.
Enjoying the parks
Visit any of the many parks around Boston to stay fit while in the area. There are a number of popular parks near the Boston area where you can take in fresh air and at the same time taking part in your daily exercises. While at it, don’t forget to visit HarborWalk, a park that is located near Deer Island. This unique park has a 4.6 mile path that is surrounded by art sculptures and exhibits. The said path is a perfect exercise venue for a busy business person who wants to take a break in whatever it is that brought him or her to Boston city. The path is also perfect venue for rollerblading and running.
Other parks to visit while in Boston city include the Haborside Skate Park, a park that is suitable for a more extreme business person who likes getting outdoors and doing flips and other tricks. The park offers various standard basket ball courts and a number of athletic fields to visitors. These all backs up to the waterfront and people in this park can see ships going and coming in the harbor.
Another popular park is he Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park. This park is available to visitors who want to take slow unhurried and thus relaxing walks around the 4.5 acres of grassy expanse that includes a play lot, various sized water fountains, rose gardens and so forth. You often find people playing catch or Frisbee in this park.
Exploring museums
The WWII Destroyer Young and USS Constitution Museum keep visitors occupied and walking around for hours to end. These two museums offer museum lovers with detailed historical lessons unlike any other around the country. You are encouraged to engage your mind and walking muscles when visiting these museums as they are quite expansive. The admission to both of these museums is free, thanks to the kind sponsorship of the Boston Harbor Association.
If you are visiting Boston city in company of your kids, then make sure to visit The Boston Children Museum. It is located along the Fort Point Channel and has everything to interest children to exercise. The entrance fee as of June 2010 is $1 per person and admittance is from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays.
Trying your hand at fishing
If the above activities do not interest you, then probably fishing is your thing. Visiting the Boston Wharf does not have to be all about exercising or walking. Get outside and do fishing around the Boston area.
All in all, whether you want to learn more about the founding of the nation, experience Boston on a budget, get out and exercise, there are different options available for all travelers. A little research online is all it takes to find a unique attraction to accommodate a healthy lifestyle while visiting Boston City.
