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ZippityZooZaZingZo t1_j9u3dok wrote

One thing you could take off your list would be Faneuil Hall. It is nothing special and you will not be missing anything by not going. Also, you could skip Salem as it is a bit overrated especially if you have limited time and a long list of other things to see in Boston. If you do decide to go to Salem though, you don’t need to rent a car. The commuter rail goes from North Station right to Salem. If you stay in Back Bay, that would be a central location allowing you easy access to the Common/Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Old North Church, Library, Fenway, Copley Square and Newbury. Other items on your list could be accessible by T from there as well. Have fun!

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iliketuurtles t1_j9ud190 wrote

That's funny, I totally disagree with the 2 things you would give up. Faneuil Hall is so close to beautiful views of the water, walking to the Aquarium and seeing the seals fo free, and the Sam Adams Brewery there is pretty great. And Salem (outside of October) is one of my favorite places in New England. Great food, great brewery and cidery, very walkable, and beautiful public spaces.

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ZippityZooZaZingZo t1_j9uh1an wrote

I’m sure it is subjective, but with all the options in the city I would classify Faneuil Hall as a tourist trap offering sub par food and underwhelming very generic shopping. Sam Adams is low on the list of good breweries here. There are way better options. Salem is ok (better in the Summer) but probably not worth this person spending a full day on when they have 15 other items on their list and only a few days in Boston.

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iliketuurtles t1_j9ujk74 wrote

But SA is consistent, centrally located and near the T, easy to step into without a reservation, has multiple different types of beer/seltzer, has a full food menu, and might be a fun tourist spot for someone coming into town. Is it my favorite? No, but I think it's a good suggestion for a tourist/vacationer that isn't getting a rental car and talks about doing things in the city.

But yes, agree to disagree. We just have different tastes :)

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