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3 days · Boston itinerary

Boston in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Boston cover the history, harbor and New England. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Freedom Trail
  2. 2Day 2: harbor & whales
  3. 3Day 3: Salem
  4. 4North End food

Day 1: history

The Freedom Trail and North End.

Day 2: the harbor

A cruise and whale watching.

Day 3: New England

A day trip to Salem.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Boston — prices per person.

Boston Private 3-Hour Tour by Car
Boston
Boston Private 3-Hour Tour by Car
5.0(146)·3 hours
from$550/ person
via Viator
Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching
Maui
Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching
5.0(131)·2 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator
Salem half day private tour from Boston
Boston
Salem half day private tour from Boston
5.0(16)·4 hours
from$695/ person
via Viator
Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay
Boston
Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay
5.0(64)·2h 30min
from$35/ person
via Viator
2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise
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Hilton Head Island
2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise
5.0(318)·2 hours
from$298$350/ person
via Viator
Salem & North Shore Full Day Private Tour from Boston
Boston
Salem & North Shore Full Day Private Tour from Boston
5.0(15)·6 hours
from$995/ person
via Viator
A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Iconic Boston Food & History Tour
Boston
A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Iconic Boston Food & History Tour
5.0(53)·3 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo
Juneau
Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo
5.0(599)·4h 15min
from$199/ person
via Viator

Boston in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Boston?
Three days lets you walk the Freedom Trail, cruise the harbor and go whale watching, and take a day trip to Salem.
What are the best day trips from Boston?
Salem, Martha’s Vineyard, Newport and New England fall foliage tours are the top trips.
How do I plan a 3-day Boston itinerary?
Spend day one on history, day two on the harbor, and day three on a New England day trip.

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Freedom Trail & HistoryHarbor & Whale WatchingDuck Tours & SightseeingFood & North EndSalem & Day Trips