Public beach · Manchester-By-The-Sea
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Dry sand that “sings,” a 1920s bathhouse, and small-town charm define this North Shore classic. Highlighted by Condé Nast Traveler and managed with 2025 walk-on tags and weekday nonresident parking per town updates.
Hotel · Gloucester
Chic beachfront hotel with rooftop pool, bar, and oceanfront dining
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Restaurant · Dorchester
Contemporary American dishes, vegetarian options, full bar
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Gastropub · Quincy
Creative pub fare, local craft beer, and lively trivia nights
Hotel · Area 2/MIT
Historic firehouse hotel with quirky decor, great service, & free breakfast
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Seafood restaurant · Back Bay
Upscale seafood & steakhouse with live jazz lounge
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Arboretum · Jamaica Plain
Free 281-acre tree museum, walking tours, family activities.
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Mexican restaurant · Plymouth
Authentic Mexican fare, flavorful salsa, tasty margaritas
Tourist attraction · Somerville
Interactive Lego builds, rides, 4D films, and a gift shop
Cafe · Roxbury
Coffeehouse with vintage motorcycles & Lebanese pastries
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Noodle shop · Back Bay
Chinese rice noodle soups and Japanese ramen bowls