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And
aquarium is a vital link in
area’s ocean preservation movement.
The centerpiece of
aquarium is
giant tank. The floors of
aquarium run around
tank and up four levels. At
top you get to peer down into a coral reef and listen as
staff explain about
tank and
fish that live in it. You’ll get
answer to questions such as: “Why don’t
big shark fish eat
little tasty fish?” or “How old are those huge sea turtles swimming around down there?”
Your ticket will include a visit to
Discovery next to
main building, where you can see and learn about sea lions during an amazing show. A few years ago
Aquarium opened an IMAX theater that shows a mixture of sea-related and general science films. A word of warning – this is a favorite Boston vacations attraction for families. But you’ll always get in, even when
ticket line seems to stretch for miles.
BEACON HILL
Sandwiched in a small area between Boston Common, and
Charles River, are alleys and narrow red brick cobbled streets, where time has stood still for
last century. This is Beacon Hill, and one of
most popular walks for people on their Boston vacations. Quiet and bewitching, it's a delight to walk. You’ll find walled gardens and an authentic 19th century neighborhood feel. Even
original gas lights remain on streets lined with ancient elms. A favorite haunt for taking pictures is Louisburg Square. A picturesque block of residences perfectly preserved. After you ramble up Mount Vernon street, wind your way back across to
Massachusetts State House that sits atop Beacon Hill and get your camera out again.
AND THERE'S MORE…
Three other places to visit on your Boston vacations are Cambridge, just across
Charles River, and home to
universities of Harvard and MIT – THE J.F.K Library and Museum at Columbia Point in South Boston – and
Boston Harbor Islands, tours to
islands leave from Long Wharf and Rowes Wharf, both located near
aquarium.
Boston has tons of things to do and see, and I’ve really just started to scratch
surface for you. The rest is yours to discover and as close as your favorite search engine and booking on
Internet.

Cliff Calderwood is the owner and contributing writer of New-England-Vacations-Guide.com. This is an excerpt from a longer article on Boston vacations, and you can read the full article and get a free downloadable copy of his complete travel guide at http://www.new-england-vacations-guide.com