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bostonthrowaway135 t1_ixtbkw5 wrote

It really depends on your interests, but in general December is not that busy for tourism. Boston is such a great city to see while walking around- it will not be fun if you’re used to a much warmer climate

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unspoken296 t1_ixth1ra wrote

Boston is much more a summer city

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takes12KNOW t1_ixtkv15 wrote

There's barely "a lot to do" when it's nice out

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michael_scarn_21 t1_ixu4csl wrote

No. Go to NYC for all the Christmas stuff. Boston is best in autumn.

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Peeeculiar t1_ixu70bv wrote

Nope. NYC if you want to to Christmas stuff or fun stuff. Portsmouth if you want small town Christmas type stuff.

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Massui91 t1_ixue55e wrote

I’ll take the uncommon stance here: yes it is worth it. This is not like some summer vacation getaway with nothing to do and everything’s closed in the off-season. Here are some benefits:

-Hotels are going to be around 75% off of their summer prices, you can treat your mom to a really beautiful place at low cost.

-There are plenty of indoor activities, ballets, musicals/plays, and great restaurants. I highly recommend taking mom to the symphony if she’s into music at all. The above mentioned activities run pretty heavy in the month of December.

-There are a few really cool outdoor skating rinks downtown with Christmas retail space surrounding it.

It’s definitely not NYC is terms of festivities, but you’re also not going to be surrounded by massive crowds of tourists all day. Bring a nice jacket and set up a few shows to see, you and mom will have a great time.

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paxmomma t1_ixv1kad wrote

Replying to Massui91 (#683,985)

December is great in Boston, not sure why others disagree. The museums are all open as usual, many areas are "dressed up" for the holidays with trees and lights, there are holiday markets to visit, as mentioned above there are holiday performances, and although it may be cold it is still fine weather for walking around.

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Kingpine42069 t1_iy0730a wrote

depends what outdoor activities you would maybe do if the weather was better. If you would prefer to do a lot of walking history tours, explore the esplanade/river or a harbor cruise maybe wait but if you are more interested in art museums or theatre and restaurants there is plenty to do

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Yellow-Marshmellow t1_iy2karv wrote

Replying to Massui91 (#683,985)

I completely agree with this OP. I just spent thanksgiving there and am already dying to go back lol. Absolutely do it!!

Since it will be cold, I’d recommend staying near Faneuil Hall so that you have a good amount of walkable things nearby. Have so much fun!

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