Shop, dine and explore the Bay State capital in Burlington. The town is a gateway to the Greater Boston Area, where you can visit some of the most important Revolutionary War battle sites in the United States. The local mall is one of the best in New England.
Things to do in Burlington
Shop iconic American department stores like Macy's and Nordstrom at Burlington Mall. It’s one of the premier malls in the Greater Boston Area and features a mix of local and international brands. In addition to fast food favourites, dine at full-service restaurants specialising in pizza, seafood, Asian fusion cuisine, gourmet burgers and more.
Use Burlington as a base to sightsee in Downtown Boston. Visit historic monuments along the Freedom Trail and people-watch in Boston Common, one of the oldest public parks in the United States. Watch the Boston Red Sox hit home runs at Fenway Park and stroll around the atmospheric Beacon Hill neighbourhood. You’ll be charmed by cobbled streets lined with handsome red-brick townhouses and iron lampposts.
See jaguars, snow leopards and other big cats at Stone Zoo. Founded in 1905, it’s one of the top zoos in New England and runs world-class conservation programs. Admire hot-pink flamingos in the Caribbean Coast exhibit and see reindeer, lynx and majestic Arctic foxes in the Canadian-inspired Yukon Creek zone.
Visit the site where the first Revolutionary War battles unfolded at Minute Man National Historical Park. Follow the eight-kilometre trail through the park to historic battle sites, including Meriam’s Corner. Exhibits in the visitor centre introduce you to famous Revolutionary War hero, Paul Revere.
Getting around Burlington
Downtown Burlington is easy to get around on foot. The town is in Middlesex County, a 30-minute drive from Downtown Boston. Ride the subway to Alewife station on the MBTA Red Line, then continue by bus to Burlington. Boston Logan International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.