Travel Talk with Ed Finn

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Saturday, 9 August 2025 - 13 minutes

This morning on Travel Talk we are chatting with Martha Sheridan, President & CEO of Meet Boston, to dive into what makes this historic yet ever-evolving city such a must-visit. From revolutionary history to its cutting-edge dining scene, vibrant neighbourhoods, and world-class events, Martha shared why Boston should be top of your travel list. Listen back for insider tips and a fresh look at one of America’s most dynamic destinations.

Top Things to See in Boston

1. The Freedom Trail
Follow this 2.5-mile red-brick path connecting 16 historic sites, from Boston Common to the USS Constitution, bringing the American Revolution to life.

2. The Embrace Monument
Located in Boston Common, this powerful memorial honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, inspired by their iconic 1964 embrace.

3. Fenway Park
Catch a game or tour America’s oldest Major League Baseball stadium, home to the beloved Boston Red Sox since 1912.

4. Boston Common & Public Garden
Stroll through America’s oldest public park and its adjacent Victorian-style garden, complete with swan boats and seasonal blooms.

5. Faneuil Hall Marketplace
A lively mix of history, shopping, and dining, where street performers and food stalls meet revolutionary history.

6. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
One of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, showcasing everything from ancient artifacts to contemporary masterpieces.

7. New England Aquarium
Meet sea turtles, penguins, and thousands of marine creatures, plus enjoy harbor views from the waterfront location.

8. Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Step aboard replica ships, toss tea into the harbor, and relive the protest that sparked a revolution.

9. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
A Venetian-style palace filled with art, lush courtyard gardens, and the mystery of an infamous art heist.

10. North End (Little Italy)
Savor authentic Italian pastries, pasta, and espresso in Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood, steeped in immigrant history.

11.  The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.

Ed stayed at the Lenox Hotel in Boston and flew with Aer Lingus from Dublin

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