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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.

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.