Quincy Market and Neighboring AttractionsTourism - New England

One of Boston's finest shopping and dining experiences, Quincy Market and the adjacent Faneuil Hall marketplace is located in the heart of Boston, minutes away from the North End, Financial District, New England Aquarium and the numerous wharfs of Boston's waterfront. The Quincy Market building has a long queue of food stalls in a food court like arrangement from all over the world. The building offers ample indoor seating but the North Market and South Market surrounding Quincy Market are much more enjoyable for relaxing outdoors and watching entertaining street shows. The two markets also offer a large number of shops listed here.

This is also a great place to locate and follow Boston's historic Freedom Trail which will lead you to some of Boston's greatest attractions.

The Holocaust Memorial at night

Located close to Faneuil Hall is the Holocaust memorial dedicated to the remembrance of the 6 million Jews who lost their lives in the Nazi holocaust. Each of the 6 concentration camps is represented by a tall glass tower whose walls are etched with the registration numbers of it's victims. Also featured are quotes from survivors that will leave you shaken. The floor of the memorial emits smoke symbolizing gas chambers. This is a humbling and eye-opening experience.

Also nearby in the Back Bay area is posh Newbury Street housing a line of designer shops and galleries, cafes and restuarants and a great place for spotting the flashiest cars.

The New England Aquarium, a short walk from Quincy market is a large collection of interesting aquatic creatures including seals and penguins. A large cylindrical glass tank inhabited by the most diverse fish and tortoise spans several floors and has an open top where one can witness a presentation while the creatures are fed. There is an interactive section where visitors can come in contact with some of the aquarium's marvels.

Not to be missed are America's oldest public gardens. The Boston commons are 2 beautifully maintained gardens providing the perfect spot for serene, relaxing times and energizing workouts alike. One of the parks has a beautiful lagoon where 15 minute gentle boat rides are offered on the Swan boats.