Welcome to Boston

Boston is one of America's oldest cities, first being recognized as a town in 1630, and then as a city in 1822.  As New England's economic and cultural hub, Boston is home to approximately 610,000 residents, many world-class educational institutions, some of the world's finest hospitals, and multiple champion sports franchises. These factors, coupled with the rich history Boston has to offer, are what draws over 12 million visitors to the City of Boston annually from across the country and around the globe.

Boston is different from many other US centers in that it is a very neighborhood-centric city. Each neighborhood, such as Beacon Hill, Back Bay and the North End, has its own charisma and charm which only enhances the cities energy, strength and pride. Attractions are abundant in Boston: be it the historic sites such as the Freedom Trail, Fanueil Hall and Quincy Market, Paul Revere's house, and Trinity Church, or hot spots like Fenway Park, the Public Gardens, and Newbury Street, visitors will never fall short of finding something to entertain their interests, and residents will always be proud to call Boston their home.