Republic Fitness

Hang out with some of nature's most fascinating creatures at the Franklin Park Zoo. You'll see animals like tigers, kangaroos, leopards, lions, zebras, gorillas and more, throughout exhibits like Serengeti Crossing, Outback Trail, Tiger Tales, and Kalahari Kingdom. In all, there are over 1,000 animals living at the zoo.

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.

In 2010, Billboard named The Comcast Center “the top-grossing amphitheatre of the decade,” and when you see the impressive list of past performances, it's not hard to see why. The Who, Pearl Jam, Rush, James Taylor, Aerosmith, Jimmy Buffet, and The Allman Brothers Band are just a few artists who've graced the stage at this entertainment venue.

Get ready to roll down the Minute Man Bikeway. This scenic bike ride travels through the area where the American Revolution began in 1775. Aside from biking, the recreation path welcomes walking, skating, and jogging. If you travel the whole bikeway, you'll pass through four communities: Bedford, Lexington, Arlington, and Cambridge.