Freedom Tree

Spend some time hanging out in the country's oldest park. The 50-acre Boston Common is the anchor for the Emerald Necklace park system and is the starting place of the famous Freedom Trail. There are quite a few monuments throughout the park, and several outdoor events take place in the Common throughout the year.

Head into battle on the field at Boston Paintball. Recreational warfare at its finest takes place here on the indoor and outdoor fields. Professional or novice paintballers are welcome; there's also a pro shop on site so you can stock up on all your paintball needs.

Explore the beer making process at Boston's Harpoon Brewery. The brewery was the first to receive a permit to brew and package beer for sale to the public and is very proud to hold Permit No. 1. Tours take place on the weekend and include the opportunity to taste a few of the company's brews. If you'd like to forgo the tour and get straight to the beer, stop by during the week for a tasting.

The Wilbur Theatre brings some of the best names in comedy to its stage. A few comedians featured on the upcoming performance schedule include Kathy Griffin, Kevin Hart, David Spade, Jim Gaffigan, Colin Quinn, Tom Papa, and Tracy Morgan. The theater hosts shows by famous musicians and touring musicals as well.