
Newbury Street, Boston (must see)
Traditionally for Boston, Newbury Street has been a mixture of fashion and trend similar to New York's 5th Avenue when it comes to higher-end and designer stores. The thing about this street is that it's always changing, due to the rents and trends – even more so over the last few decades. Due to Newbury's reputation as a shopping Mecca, many chains from out of state tend to set up shop, with a plethora of tiny specialty shops, ultra-modern art galleries, salons and dazzling jewelers thrown into the mix (just take note that the closer you get to Arlington Street, the pricier the stores you will encounter).
Stores/restaurants/cafes are also ever-changing and eclectic, featuring national chains as well as independents. Many of the restaurants and bars have patio seating and stylish bay windows, making this the perfect sunny-weather spot to see and be seen while indulging in an invigorating coffee or some ethnic delicacies. Highlights include the Rustic Italian eatery Piattini; the intimate La Voile, known for its super-authentic French cuisine; and Beantown Pho & Grill serving Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian dishes.
Sidewalks are wide enough to accommodate the foot traffic and the street is lined with beautiful architecture and foliage.
Stores/restaurants/cafes are also ever-changing and eclectic, featuring national chains as well as independents. Many of the restaurants and bars have patio seating and stylish bay windows, making this the perfect sunny-weather spot to see and be seen while indulging in an invigorating coffee or some ethnic delicacies. Highlights include the Rustic Italian eatery Piattini; the intimate La Voile, known for its super-authentic French cuisine; and Beantown Pho & Grill serving Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian dishes.
Sidewalks are wide enough to accommodate the foot traffic and the street is lined with beautiful architecture and foliage.
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Newbury Street on Map
Sight Name: Newbury Street
Sight Location: Boston, USA
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Boston, USA
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Boston, Massachusetts
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
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Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
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