If you are in Boston for only one day, you might want to start with a trolley tour. Hop aboard one of the orange and green Old Town Trolleys for an informative and entertaining trip into Boston's past. The trolley conductor allows you to get on and off the trolley for a closer look at over twenty stops. One ticket covers a full tour, whether it takes an hour or all day. Another fun tour is The Boston Duck Tours, which covers land and water. The amphibious vehicles, designed and produced during World War Two for the landing of troops and supplies on beaches, travel throughout the town and then enter the Charles River for a look at Boston's skyline.

After the trolley tour, go for a stroll through the Public Gardens and take a ride on our famous Swan Boats. Don't forget to stop in at The Bull and Finch Pub, the inspiration for the television show Cheers, which is located on the Beacon Hill side of the Public Gardens. Walk along Beacon Street and admire the historic homes of Beacon Hill.

At the Park Street subway station, you can take the subway to Faneuil Hall for an afternoon of fun, food and shopping. The open air market is a great place to see street performers, sample all kinds of food in the extensive food court, shop at the carts or one of the many unique little shops, or just sit and people-watch.

After exploring Faneuil Hall, meander across the street to the waterfront for the beautiful view. If you have time, the Aquarium is fascinating and the penguins are especially adorable.

After the waterfront and the Aquarium, wander through the historicNorth End. Countless Italian restaurants line the narrow, winding roads (this is definitely an area for walking, not driving). Any restaurant you try is almost guaranteed to be first-rate. Two that we specially recommend are Maurizo's (364 Hanover Street) and Pat's Pushcart (61 Endicott Street). If you feel like you can manage dessert after the feast you are bound to have, try the pastries at Mike's Pastry (300 Hanover Street).