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Views of Boston From a Distance

How you can get great sunset and sunrise views of boston

There are a many places where you can get good views of Boston. Two places to consider for photo opportunities are the Blue Hills Observatory and Thompson Island.

Blue Hills

Blue Hills Mountain

Six Things I learned About the Blue Hills Observatory

  • This is a great spot to catch the sun rise over the city.
  • There is no public transportation to the Blue Hills, you will need a car to get to this location.
  • You can watch the Boston Fireworks from this location, tickets are needed in advance - and they do sell out!
  • Blue Hills Observatory tours are available weekends from 10 to 4. Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for students.
  • You can take a Mountain Bike or hike the Blue Hills Reservations trails. Stay on the trails! There's no cost to hike or bike the trails.
  • The Skyline Loop is the best hike to get great views of the city, it takes about 2 hours to do the hike which covers a total of 3 mile.

Thompson Island

Thompson Island Chairs

Five Things I Learned About the Thompson Island

  • This is a great spot to see the sunset over the city!
  • The Public may visit Thompson Island via public access on Saturdays and Sundays, from May 28, 2018, through September 3, 2018.
  • Year round boat access is available for private events or school groups.
  • Summer Connection program on Thompson Island is run by Outward Bound. The 5-week program is free for middle schoolers.
  • You can read more about Thompson Island in the early blog post.

 

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There are many interesting things and places around Boston, MA that you should know about. Here are a few that caught my attention. From historical sites such as the USS Constitution Museum, the Freedom Trail, and the iconic Fenway Park, to modern attractions like the New England Aquarium, the Boston Public Market, and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, there is something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a fun family trip or a romantic getaway, Boston has it all.

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