Best of Boston
Best Escape
Bunker Bill Monument
Charlestown
On step 10, you’re teeming with enthusiasm. On step 90, your thigh muscles begin to sting. On step 160, your heart is pounding and your [...] read more»
2015 Best Escape
The Cascade at Middlesex Fells Reservation
Take the Orange Line to Malden's Oak Grove T station, walk north on Washington Street, then left, up Goodyear Avenue. At the dead end, cross [...] read more»
1999 Best Escape, Zen Getaway
International Buddhist Progress Society
Cambridge
You'd never know it from the outside, but the Buddhist Society, between Harvard and Central squares, is an oasis of peace, zen, and—great food! Start [...] read more»
1998 Best Escape, Nearby
Yankee Clipper Inn
Rockport
There are surprisingly few seaside inns within an hour of Boston. But when you've found this one— and can afford the upper-end price tag— who [...] read more»
1996 Best Escape, Harbor Island
George’s Island
Boston
This splendid island is part of the Massachusetts State Park System and its only residents are two knowledgeable park rangers. In addition to spectacular views [...] read more»
1996 Best Escape, Urban
Common Ground Cafe & Bakery
Dorchester
Outside, it's simply a corner building in Dorchester. Inside, it's another world of wooden floors, thatched-roofed alcoves, and muted lighting. Half the space is a [...] read more»
1989 Best Escape
Lunch at the Museum Café, Museum of Fine Arts
Boston
Quiet. Soothing. A casual walk through the Japanese garden does more for you than three sessions with a shrink. The food is delightful. The iced [...] read more»
1988 Best Escape, One-Day
Bay State Cruises’ Boat to P-town
A round-trip that leaves the city behind. read more»
1981 Best Escape, Vacation
Chilmark
Martha's Vineyard
But you better hurry; this island is becoming less and less of a retreat. read more»
1980 Best Escape, Vacation
The Allen House
Cuttyhunk Island
Completely private. Ferry daily from New Bedford. Sport fishing, beaches, elegant dining. And hardly a car to be seen. read more»
1977 Best Escape, Artist
Bob Crane
And we don't mean the star of "Hogan's Heroes." The local Crane show is just as long-running but our Bobby has had better luck getting [...] read more»