Boston, MA has an undeniable wealth of cultural landmarks and must-visit destinations that make for a truly memorable stay. From eclectic art galleries and jaw-dropping architectural marvels to acclaimed eateries and welcoming bars, not to mention the city’s historic sites, there’s something for everyone in Boston.
But if you want something extra, there’s so much more to the Massachusetts capital than meets the eye.
To jumpstart your exploration of the city’s hidden gems, here are places to visit in Boston that are off the beaten track.
BOGIE’S PLACE
Tucked behind a blackout curtain with an “adults only” signage nearby is the speakeasy-style steakhouse Bogie’s Place. Located at 25 Temple Place, getting to this exclusive restaurant requires you to navigate through a busy cocktail lounge called The Wig Shop or the rustic restaurant and barroom jm Curley – which are two other local favorites.
With seats for only 20 people at a time, Bogie’s Place is a dimly lit room painted in red featuring classic leather banquettes and white tablecloths. Beyond the cloak-and-dagger location and old-school decor, Bogie’s Place is a bonafide restaurant. Specialties are prime New York strip, bone-in rib-eye, and Angus tomahawk served with a house demi-glace. Starters like the decadent bone marrow au gratin and a wine list of 40 reds and whites have earned the place 4.6 out of 5 stars from the dining community.
BODEGA
Literally hidden behind a fake Snapple machine of a local deli, Bodega is a high-end sneaker and clothing boutique that attracts the city’s most fashionable folk and sneakerheads. The corner store on Clearway Street that houses Bodega looks like any other grocery store, but a closer look at one of its back sections will reveal a door that leads to the street and skate fashion hotspot.
Bodega carries over 100 deluxe streetwear brands like Neighborhood, Undercover, and A-COLD-WALL*. Collectibles such as Air Jordans, Air Force Ones, and Nike Dunks also line the sleek shelves of the ultra-modern shop. But other than shoes and apparel, Bodega also sells scents from Comme des Garçons, folding chairs and plates from Carhartt WIP, skateboards from ICECREAM, and other fun and funky finds.
UNDERGROUND AT INK BLOCK
An urban park that features street art on an underpass? That’s exactly what the award-winning Underground at Ink Block is. Spanning eight acres and located under the freeway overpass along Traveler Street, this innovative and imaginative Boston, MA art space is a product of the community’s attempt to repurpose an unused and often ignored area at the heart of the city.
Underground at Ink Block flaunts vivid murals from homegrown and international artists of different backgrounds and art styles. The park aims to inspire nearby residents, daily commuters, and delighted tourists through its paintings, boardwalks, bike paths, and dog park.
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