r/BostonMA

Any recommendations on best place to park in order to see the Boston Pops Concert and Fireworks around the MIT Campus? My wife and I would rather not take the T if possible.

I’m new to Boston and I’m thinking about going to Boston pops in person for the Fourth of July. I know the oval opens at 4 pm, but what time would I need to get arrive in order to get a good viewing spot? Not front row or anything but enough to see both the fireworks and the stage even from far back.

Thanks for all responses!

Hi everyone!
I’m visiting Boston for the first time solo over the 4th of July, staying at the Liberty Hotel right by the Longfellow Bridge.
I really want to see the drone show and the fireworks, but I have no interest in the Hatch Shell concert and absolutely do not want to queue up all day.
Since I'm solo and want a low-stress experience, what is the best walk-up strategy?

Thanks so much for any local tips!

I’m going to boston for my 18 bday trip and i was wondering if there’s any secret places that i can drink at or any actual fun 18 clubs, or just anywhere that doesn’t id ???

Hello! We are trying to plan a trip down with the kids this summer to the zoo. We have been. A few times in past but usually off season so not as crowded. Can anyone tell me if there are better week days during the summer that are usually less crowded than another? We are going to avoid the weekends but curious if some days may be busier due to field trips/etc or it is just hit or miss with every week varying?

Thanks!

We are in Boston and ordered tap waters from the bar. The bartender was pouring us tap water when the manager came over and forced us to buy water bottles instead of the free tap water. Mind you they forced us to throw out water bottles when we came in!

I was on the train back from Salem and at north station there was a lot of fire and emt what happened I saw someone under a white sheet

I’m so embarrassed to ask this so please be kind. I’m looking for an auto repair shop that offers in house payment plans. Preferably somewhere in Newton/Watertown or somewhere close. I need my car fixed and I know it’s going to cost 3,000-4,000. I can make payments but my credit got really bad after my divorce and I can’t take out a personal loan and even car care credit didn’t even approve it.

Thank you so much

Hey everyone! I'm flying out of Logan in a few weeks and trying to figure out the most affordable and convenient way to get there from Providence.
My trip is only 4 days so I'm trying to keep costs low without making the journey to the airport a total nightmare. Has anyone done the commuter rail route from Providence? Is it reliable with luggage? Any hidden costs or timing issues I should know about? Or should I just find a parking lot nearby?
Would love to hear what locals actually do and I appreciate any advice!