Very unique landscape with being the tallest esker in the country! Really enjoyed the walk here…read more Saw trash that was left which was disappointing but the landscape is beautiful! Will definately go back!

I concur with Eric, more than likely he doesn't want you to get off exit 3 and hit MaryLou's first…read more (keeping that to himself too!) at 755 State Road in Manomet. This place is a secret gem! There's some gravelly sand (not much) soft enough to sunbath high on the beach and if you walk about 1000' feet to the right toward White Cliffs you'll be on the backside of the marsh Eric mentioned and depending on the tide can walk across (take off your shoes) to a sandy section, look for sea creatures, crabs, et. Along the way there is a section of beach grass that is roped off for nesting plovers - you'll see 'em darting all around the grass. If you visit in late summer to late fall watch for the seals sunning themselves (no that's not me dispite the whiskers). Watch yourself on those stairs Eric mentioned - they look like something out of a Dr Seuss book! speaking of which this is a great place for kids to learn - all kid of sea life, washed up lobster traps, etc. Finally and very important - no lifeguards.

0.9 mile out and back easy trail (not wheel chair friendly the last section toward the rocky…read morebeach). Great ocean views and a couple nice overlook areas with one picnic bench mid way through the trail. No dogs allowed during peak summer season and signs are posted. The trails are mostly packed sand with a good amount of leaf accumulation making it a bit slippery on the wet day we visited.

Boston is loaded with historical locations to visit. If the weather is pleasant and you're in…read moreBoston, consider checking out Georges Island and Fort Warren. As part of the Boston Harbor Island National Park system, you can purchase a ticket for $25 (and less for seniors/kids), and take a 45 minute ferry ride to one of the islands and explore. I went to Georges Island, which is beautiful and the location of Fort Warren, which housed prisoners during the Civil War. You can follow a tour guide or explore on your own. Bring snacks and water. The ferries aren't frequent, so if you miss one, it's a few hours to get back to Boston Harbor. Other than the ferry interior needing a good upgrade, it's a pleasant and interesting trip, ideal for a half-day excursion.

Fort Warren is on Georges island, part of the Boston Harbor Island National Park. We took a 40-min…read moreboat ride here and was dropped off on the island for 2 hours. There was restroom facilities as well as water fountains located by the visitor center. There is also a concession stand, but I recommend bringing lunch. The fort was so much fun to explore. Some parts are dark, so I do recommend a flash light.

A wonderful location to explore the History of Quincy and see lots of documents and photos that are…read morearchived here! You can find out about deceased relatives and where they lived and so much more! The Staff always ready to assist and direct your information to the appropriate location

Cute museum holding a lot of Quincey's (Boston) history. Cool original building from the 1800's…read more If you have an extra 30 min - 1 hour, this is a great stop to soak up some local history. It was free which is nice as well. No one there but me when I visited. The women working there was so pleasant and helpful. Thank you for the great hospitality

"Built a fort out of sheets I finally found you…read moreMy missing puzzle piece I'm complete" (Katy Perry) Overlooking Marblehead Harbor, this coastal fort dates way back to 1644, and was one of the oldest English sites of seaside defenses in North America. It came under American control during the Revolution, was rebuilt in the early 1800's when a battery of big guns were added to defend the harbor from enemy attacks. It served an important defensive role in the War of 1812, transitioned into a town park in 1892, and even returned to military duty during the Spanish American War in 1898. Today, it's a public park and has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1975. The park offers you stunning views of the harbor and the hundreds of boats crossing the waters. The Fort Sewall grounds are loaded with historical sights - maps and markers and plaques and remnants of the old fort including underground prison cells are everywhere. Some of those big guns that defended the harbor from enemy attack are still there, others are gone but there are ghostly markers on the stone walkway showing where they once proudly stood. It's a glorious place to walk around, enjoy the scenery and imagine those big guns blasting away to defend the harbor two centuries ago.

Nice little historic park. You will need to find parking down the street with a short walk up a…read moresmall hill. The park is well maintained with a path that wraps around the fort. Beautiful views and the fort has been maintained with replica living quarters.

This excerpt taken from mass.gov "Park under flight path of Logan Airport with benches, picnic…read moretables, playground, and sports fields. Free parking at end of Bay View Avenue." This is a great place to take kids and dogs and old people, grouped in that order. There is a large grassy area to frolic in, tennis courts, I believe there might be basketball and a small playground. There is a secret area which I do not wish to disclose (just look toward the trees!) but if you are adventurous you will certainly find it. If you decide on that 2 min adventure, you will feel secluded until you hear the roaring of Jet Blue passing by, and you will see that there are many private spots to sit with your hot date and a picnic either watching the harbor or the airport. I recommend the airport side as it is very interesting. Oh and you might feel like you are going to get hit by a plane, but you won't. I hope! Oh and my favorite thing there is the cedar tree!! Stand under it when it is really windy, it sounds so neat! Also, on your way to the park on Bay View, please pay attention to the house on your left with the monkeys and palm trees. Then you can cry your way back to your car because you don't live here, but you should for this very reason. Its one of the good parks of the Throp!

Located across from the United First Parish Church and backing up to the rail corridor, this…read morecemetery is named for Reverend John Hancock (1702-1844), father of Founding Father John Hancock. The cemetery began around 1640 and was the resting place of Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams and their wives, Abigail Adams and Louisa Adams (respectively), before they were moved to the crypt in the United First Parish Church. Filled with history here, you can easily spend an hour trying to read the headstones and cemetery art. It is nicely shaded and smooth for walking in most places. Note that gravestone rubbings are absolutely prohibited. Other than Arlington National Cemetery https://www.yelp.com/biz/arlington-national-cemetery-arlington?hrid=AslXgcnaNno_sZxKqLGTzg, the only cemetery I've been to that had more Presidents was Hollywood Cemetery https://www.yelp.com/biz/hollywood-cemetery-richmond?hrid=DmRX1aBYFy6Qyfy3JB06Sg in Richmond Virginia that had three. Hollywood is the final resting place of James Monroe (5th POTUS) and John Tyler (10th PUTUS), plus Jefferson Davis (President of the CSA). [Review 15219 overall, 721 of 2021, number 1082 in Massachusetts.]

If you are a history buff you will love this cemetary! It's beautiful in the spring and summer…read moremonths when the trees are in bloom. In the fall it kind of gives you that "sleepy hollow" effect. I did a photo shoot at this cemetary and enjoyed the beauty of this place. Hancock Cemetery is a historic cemetery on Hancock Street in Quincy Square, it's across the street from United First Parish Church. FUN FACTs: 1. Hancock Cemetary is named after Reverend John Hancock (1702-1744), father of Founding Father John Hancock. Pretty rad huh? 2. This cemetary was the resting place of Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams and their wives, Abigail Adams and Louisa Adams, before they were moved to the crypt in the United First Parish Church. 3. Some of the graves date back to the mid 1600's! Damn... that's a long time ago, can you imagine what America was like then? Diffinitely worth checking out if you are in the city of Quincy.

I remember reading as a child about the battles of Lexington and Concord. It was then special to be…read moreable to walk on the ground where the battle of Lexington took place, where a group of determined colonists rose up to defend their rights and fired the first shots that would eventually lead to the birth of a new nation. The battle, albeit small, resulted in the deaths of 8 militiamen and 1 British regular. Eventually leading up to the much larger Battle of Concord and then war between the colonies and the British Empire. It was also humbling to find the burial place of those who fought in the militia on the green. After paying my respect, I was excited to continue on with my family of the Lexington and Concord area.

After we left Boston on our recent organized guided tour of New England fall foliage we stopped…read morebriefly here before heading to Hyannis. The first shots occurred here which started the American Revolutionary War. There is a statue of Captain John Parker, leader of the Lexington militia. The flag flies 24 hours a day. Across the street from the Battle Green is Buckman Tavern and the visitor center.