One of the reasons that we chose the Millennium Bostonian Hotel for our wedding reception is its amazing downtown Boston location. The hotel is located across the street from historic Faneuil Hall (where Sarah was sworn into the Massachusetts Bar), Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market.

In addition, there are a number of attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Below is a sampling of some of the highlights.

Freedom Trail: If you love history, the Freedom Trail offers the best way to see Boston’s Revolutionary past. Although technical beginning in the Boston Common, the Freedom Trail can be started at any point along the route and passes within steps of the Millennium. Some of the highlights include: the Old State House, Old South Meeting House, site of the Boston Massacre, Paul Revere’s House, Old North Church and the USS Constitution.

North End: Boston’s Italian section has some of the best food in the city and a number of historic attractions on the Freedom Trail. A walk down Hanover Street is a must for anyone who enjoys Italian food and pastry. Grab cannolis from Mike’s Pastry and Modern Pastry and take part in the local debate over who makes the best treats (we personally prefer Mike’s).
New England Aquarium: Located on the harbor, close to the Marriott Long Wharf.

Boston Common and Public Garden: Stroll through the Common, visit the Frog Pond or take a ride on the Swan Boats.

Beacon Hill: One of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods is home to beautiful architecture, the Massachusetts State House and the Museum of African American History .

Back Bay: This Boston neighborhood is home streets lined with unique shops, trendy restaurants and vintage homes. A number of the following attractions are found in Back Bay including: Newbury Street, Copley Square and the Prudential Center.

Newbury Street: Sarah’s favorite place in the city to go shopping. Also, a great place to have a meal outside and people watch (we especially recommend Stephanie’s on Newbury).

Copley Place and the Shops at the Prudential Center: More shopping for those who prefer an indoor shopping experience.

Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center: Get a birds-eye view of Boston from the top of the Prudential Center.

Copley Square: Visit Copley Square and see Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library.

Fenway Park: See a game if the Sox are in town or go on a tour of the ballpark.

Museum of Science

Museum of Fine Arts: The MFA has a diverse art collection ranging from colonial Boston works (including silver pieces made by Paul Revere), European masterpieces, Asian art and Egyptian art.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Harpoon Brewery Tours: Harpoon is a local brewery that still brews its beer in Boston.

The Institute of Contemporary Art: The collection at the ICA is dedicated to modern art.

Samuel Adams Brewery Tours: Although they no longer brew beer at the Boston location, the company offers tours and tastings.

Boston Children’s Museum

And lastly…

Coolidge Corner: Hop on the T’s Green Line “C” train and take it to the Coolidge Corner stop to explore Sarah and Adam’s neighborhood!

Boston offers a number of tours for those who want a more structured way to see the city.

Boston Duck Tours: Probably the most popular of the Boston tours, if you would like to take a Duck tour we recommend either buying tickets ahead of time or going early in the morning to purchase tickets in person.

Old Town Trolley Tours: Old Town Trolley tickets can be purchased both in the Faneuil Hall Marketplace and near the Marriott Long Wharf.

Lastly, here are some websites with more Boston travel information:
Boston Visitor Guide
The City of Boston
Boston Wikitravel