Massachusetts - Day 3 or Yes, We're Tourists
We checked out a few great tourist spots in and around Boston today. It rained off and on, but we managed with our umbrella and tended to be near buildings when the rain really poured.
We started the day at Harvard Square in Cambridge, where we saw several old Harvard buildings and walked around some shops. We ended up eating lunch at the Border Cafe because we were standing right next to it when the rain started falling, but it ended up being great food. The food was a strange mix between Mexican and Cajun (for example, I had fish tacos with jumbalaya on the side). Not sure where anyone came up with that combination, but I have to say that it worked.
We then jetted into Boston to enjoy the Boston Public Garden and the Freedom Trail. The Freedom Trail is basically a red line in the sidewalks of Boston that takes you through some of the many historic sites, including Paul Revere's house, old churches, and burying grounds. Hard not to feel at least a little bit patriotic after seeing all these places that played such an important role in the beginnings of the United States.
We leave for Cape Cod tomorrow, but we are planning to take the scenic route and might stop through some other Massachusetts towns on the way. I can't wait to smell the ocean and feel sand beneath my toes (not to mention the fantastic seafood)!
Here's some more pics of Day 3:
We started the day at Harvard Square in Cambridge, where we saw several old Harvard buildings and walked around some shops. We ended up eating lunch at the Border Cafe because we were standing right next to it when the rain started falling, but it ended up being great food. The food was a strange mix between Mexican and Cajun (for example, I had fish tacos with jumbalaya on the side). Not sure where anyone came up with that combination, but I have to say that it worked.
We then jetted into Boston to enjoy the Boston Public Garden and the Freedom Trail. The Freedom Trail is basically a red line in the sidewalks of Boston that takes you through some of the many historic sites, including Paul Revere's house, old churches, and burying grounds. Hard not to feel at least a little bit patriotic after seeing all these places that played such an important role in the beginnings of the United States.
I noticed that the Massachusetts State House had a General Hooker Entrance. Not sure that is the best way for Massachusetts government employees to spend their time, but it is very nice that they provide a general entrance for them, instead of sneaking them in the back like they probably do in most states.
Our favorite spot on the tour, though, was the North End, which was recommended to us by several people. It is the Italian area of Boston, which meant great food and coffee. Once again, we ended up eating at a restaurant because the rain started to pour and it was the nearest building. The food was alright, but we capped the night off at Mike's Pastry, which had some of the most fantastic desserts we have ever seen (the espresso wasn't bad either). If you ever come to Boston, go to Mike's Pastry - the desserts are great and the prices are as well.
Our favorite spot on the tour, though, was the North End, which was recommended to us by several people. It is the Italian area of Boston, which meant great food and coffee. Once again, we ended up eating at a restaurant because the rain started to pour and it was the nearest building. The food was alright, but we capped the night off at Mike's Pastry, which had some of the most fantastic desserts we have ever seen (the espresso wasn't bad either). If you ever come to Boston, go to Mike's Pastry - the desserts are great and the prices are as well.
We leave for Cape Cod tomorrow, but we are planning to take the scenic route and might stop through some other Massachusetts towns on the way. I can't wait to smell the ocean and feel sand beneath my toes (not to mention the fantastic seafood)!
Here's some more pics of Day 3:
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