Colleen & Stephen
Colleen & Stephen
Things to Do
In Boston
Franklin Park Zoo
Colleen loves the animals in the tropical forest exhibit and Stephen can't get enough of the African painted dogs.
New England Aquarium
Be sure to visit the Harbor Seals (Stephen's favorite) and the Rock Hopper Penguins (Colleen's favorite)!
Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park
Take a ferry ride into the harbor to see Spectacle, Georges, or Cathleen Stone Island. Bring your walking shoes, water, and a snack! The Harbor Islands are national and state parks, so be prepared to pack it in, pack it out.
New England Free Jacks
If you're lucky, you'll be in town for a Free Jacks game! The second best rugby in Boston - the first is obviously the Charles River Rats (Colleen's team).
Freedom Trail
Are you a history buff? Walk the Freedom Trail, 2.5 miles through Boston's past.
Boston Children's Museum
Things to climb, things to learn, things to explore - what more could a little one want? Tickets are free for children under a year old, but make sure to make a reservation first!
Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall
Fun fact: they host a "Dogtoberfest" every fall!
Cool Neighborhoods to Visit
- The North End is a great place to get Italian food
- There are lots of other trendy restaurants in the South End
- If shopping is your jam, head over to Newbury Street
- The Seaport District: where you should go if you'd like to play mini golf and drink, play darts and drink, play ping pong and drink, bowl and drink, or just drink
In and Around Canton
Trillium - Canton
One of our favorite places in Canton! They have great beer, tasty food, and a lovely outdoor patio area.
Blue Hills Reservation
Bring lots of water, sunblock, and your comfy shoes to hike in the Blue Hills. If you climb high enough, you'll have a great view of the Boston skyline.
TreeTop Adventures
You can buy tickets as individuals, but it might be more economical if you go as a group. You will need to bring or buy gloves, so plan accordingly. See their site for more details!
Irish Cultural Center
You can check out their calendar for bigger events, but if you're looking for something low-key, see if you can attend one of their trad sessions! If you're lucky, you might also be able to catch the tail end of the GAA season
Space Zero
Space Zero is a 15-20 minute drive from Canton, but think of the travel as banking time your kid will use for naps later that day.