Explore the historic neighborhood of Beacon Hill. This area of town is beautiful, with narrow streets, brick sidewalks lit by gas lights, row houses with beautiful doors and brass knockers, hidden gardens, decorative ironwork throughout, colonial revival homes from the early 20th century and other elements that harken from neighborhoods of the past. Beacon Hill draws plenty of attention for its looks but the neighborhood also offers unique shops and some of the city's best restaurants, along with other businesses and attractions.
Boston Bowl is more than just bowling; of course, if bowling is what you want to do they have you covered, but you can also shoot pool, practice batting at the batting cages, and go crazy on the games in the arcade. And when it comes to bowling, the options are seemingly endless. The bowling venue offers both tenpin and candlepin lanes, options for bumpers, Cosmic Bowling, and a bowling league if you're feeling like your skills are professional.
Watch the opening battle of the American Revolution take place right before your eyes at Minute Man National Historical Park. This hallowed ground is where the war began and where it is relived through reenactments. These demonstrations aren't the only things to do at the park though; explore the visitors center, walk down Battle Road Trail, check out the Hartwell Tavern and The Wayside and other park attractions.