Boston is the largest city in New England, the capital of Massachusetts, one of the most historical, developed and wealthy cities USA.
Museums, historical sites, an abundance of living places and attractions are just some of the reasons why over 16 million visitors come to the city every year. Boston is one of the top 10 travel destinations in the US. Many areas of Boston have their own characteristics. Downtown is a tourist part with many attractions, the business and shopping center of the city. The most luxury is concentrated in the Black Bay area, there are many expensive restaurants and hotels. Original brick houses, contemporary to the city, and old gas lamps can be found at Beacon Hill.
A China Town of Boston is the fourth largest in the United States. Today the city is known for its universities and research centers. A developed scientific and technological base has helped Boston to maintain the world championship in various technical fields: engineering, mathematics, physics, medicine and biotechnology.
International Airport Logan www.massport.com is an airport in East Boston near Boston, Massachusetts. Boston is a big city, with a huge number of famous locations and attractions. In order to have time to see all the memorable places, you can rent a car through the Bookingautos website and go on an adventure.
What to see in Boston
In addition to places related to US history, Boston has many interesting art and cultural monuments, beautiful parks and good restaurants.
1. Marked on city sidewalks with red paint or narrow stripes of brick, the Freedom Trail starts at the Boston Common. It connects 16 attractions - museums, churches, historic houses, monuments, burial sites and an old warship. All of them reveal the colonial history of Boston and its contribution to the struggle for independence. Next to each of them there is a pointer with explanations.
2. Boston Bay - this bay is located in the western part of Massachusetts Bay, it is the city's port. At the entrance to the harbor, ships meet two lighthouses. Boston Light, built in 1716, is the oldest in the country and is a National Historic Landmark. There are plenty of activities for all visitors to the bay - tours of the historic forts, picnics with stunning views of the bay, overnight camping, hiking, bird watching and exciting cruises.
3. The Boston Art Museumhttps://www.mfa.org/ is one of the largest in the states. It has over 450,000 art objects in its collection, making the museum's collection one of the largest in the Americas.
4. The Massachusetts State Capitol is the new Capitol in the Beacon Hill area, it has been constantly completed since the 17th century and is today considered a masterpiece of federal architecture and one of the best works of Bulfinch. For its architectural merit, the Capitol has been designated a National Historic Landmark. One of the most notable features of the Capitol is its gilded dome, which was originally made of wood.
5. Harvard University is one of the most prestigious and renowned educational institutions in the world. The competition among applicants is huge, many famous people studied at this institution. There are only 30 Nobel laureates among graduates.
What to see around Boston
If travelers get tired of city views, noisy and active Boston, then a great solution would be to rent a car and go to the city's suburbs to enjoy the beautiful landscapes, a break from the bustle of the city.
Rockport is a small town, more like a village, located at the tip of the peninsula cape ann 25 miles from Boston. This is a very picturesque town, the peninsula is washed by the Atlantic Ocean on three sides, so even in the hottest time it is always a little cooler here.
Salem is a city where the number of interesting places is overwhelming. The city got its name from the Israeli word shalom. Salem is one of the oldest cities in New England, the settlement was founded by fishermen in 1626 southwest of the Cape Ann Peninsula. Distance from Boston to Salem is 17 miles.
Food in Boston
Many local restaurants in Boston specialize in fish dishes. Clam chowder is a clam chowder soup, a Boston specialty. You can eat it in many restaurants in the city. Meat dishes are also very popular here - especially steaks, as well as boiled corned beef with vegetables, fried chicken, beef schnitzels, barbecue, roast beef with blood and baked turkey.
In addition to national dishes, in Boston you can try the cuisine of many nations of the world: Italian, Spanish, French, Chinese and others.
Woodman's of Essexhttp://www.woodmans.com/ - restaurant Sea Cuisine, founded over 100 years ago, serving delicious and popular fried clams with french fries and onion rings. Address: 119 Main St, Essex, MA 01929, phone +19787686057.
Atlantic Fish Cohttp://www.atlanticfish.com/ is a seafood restaurant with a wide selection of seafood dishes. Address: 761 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, phone +16172674000.
Boston Sail Lofthttp://www.thebostonsailloft.com/ is a seafood restaurant with a great summer terrace. Address: 80 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, phone +16172277280.
Boston parking lots
Roads in Boston, clean, even, wide enough. It is difficult to figure it out without a navigator, but if you know the administrative region, you can navigate.
Parking in Boston is free and paid. In general, it is difficult to find a parking place in the city, especially in winter.
Free parking: You can park for free at malls or hotels if you're lucky and can find a free spot.
Paid parking: There are many car parks, there are plenty to choose from, the price varies from 2 euros per hour depending on the area, type of parking.
Boston Common Garage is a state-of-the-art, 24-hour covered car park located under a downtown public park. Address: Charles St, Boston, MA 02116, phone +16179542098.
SP+ Parking is a covered car parking near the historical center, weekend price from 15 euros. Address: 5 Broad St, Boston, MA 02110, phone +16174432816
* The average cost of renting a car in Boston for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
The best month to rent a car in Boston is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €26. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Boston is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €26, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
During the summer months in Boston there is a significant increase in demand for convertible rentals. This causes an increase in prices and the limited choice of such cars. A day of rental BMW 4 Cabrio will cost you €171.
We have a large selection of different car models in our fleet in Boston. You can rent convertibles, sedans, SUVs or minivans. You can easily select a car to your budget through a convenient online booking system.
You can choose a car of any required category. The following classes are in particular demand among customers:
Cabriolet;
Business Class;
SUV;
Minivan.
Also available other models and you can rent them in Boston at a convenient time and on favorable terms.
In recent years in Boston the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent BMW i3 in Boston by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.
Documents required for car rental
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Car rental tips in Boston
Download Google maps offline
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book a car in advance
Boston is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.
It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.
Which car to choose for rent
Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Citroen C1 or Opel Astra. These models are the most popular with our customers in Boston.
In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. Fiat Tipo Estate will cost €33 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Fuel prepayment terms
For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Unlimited mileage
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Boston, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Boston are sixt with an average rating of 9.8 points and budget (rating - 9.7).
Getting a car at a rental office
Getting a rented car in Boston is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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