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Boston Symphony Orchestra
301 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA
by Hilton 
Once called the "Athens of America," Boston is home to an incredible, thriving arts and culture scene. With authentic colonial landmarks and world-class music and art offerings, the city is a haven of must-see and do activities. To make sure you hit them all, TravelSkoot shows you the ultimate in Boston's arts and cultural attractions.
The perfect acoustics of Boston Symphony Hall, opened in 1900, stem from architects McKim, Mead & White's pioneering use of an acoustical consultant. Widely regarded as one of the finest concert halls in the world, Symphony Hall is home to the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops. Top-notch classical, chamber, world, and popular artists fill in when they're away. Windows above the top balcony, shuttered since the 1940s, have recently been uncovered and now allow natural light to reveal more details of the elegant space, with its touches of crimson, oak, and gold.
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Not much has changed since the Isabella Stewart Gardner museum since it opened in 1903 and guests lounged within the courtyard full of flowers as they marveled at the coveted art collections and listened to classical music. Garnder, an heiress of a wealthy New York family, organized this museum by themed-room with priceless works of art by Italian Renaissance and French Impressionist artists along with Egyptian artifacts and more. Also held here is the longest running museum concert series in the nation, with performances from chamber musicians and soloists.
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The Old South Meeting House was the scene where 5,000 angry colonists gathered in 1773 to protest a tax and set in motion the Boston Tea Party. Not only a historic landmark, the meeting house also symbolizes free speech and information sharing, as it was the forum for some of America's most heated debates and monumental decisions. Today, the meeting house serves as a museum to keep its rich history and national spirit alive.
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They may be old bones and rocks, but the Harvard Museum of Natural History has some of the most fascinating collection of old bones and rocks you can find... and much more. Marvel at the stunning gemstones, meteorites and geodes within the Mineralogical and Geological gallery. Stroll through a fascinating exhibit on evolution including the famous Finches that illustrated Darwin’s controversial theory. And of course, there’s the immensely popular dinosaur exhibit, featuring the world’s only mounted Kronosaurus, a 42 foot reptile that once roamed the earth's prehistoric seas.
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The Hilton Boston Logan Airport is conveniently connected to Logan International Airport terminals via a climate controlled skybridge. Guests will be greeted by a welcoming staff and find many rooms complete with a view of the Boston Harbor and superior amenities, such as wireless internet access. Choose to upgrade to one of the hotel's luxurious suites or one of the 75 Executive Level rooms, which offer access to a private executive lounge. Keep up with your workout routine at the Precor Fitness Center or take a relaxing swim in the hotel's pool before enjoying a delicious meal at Connolly's restaurant. Whether traveling for business or leisure, at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport, you'll find one of the best in comfort and quality.
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