Last weekend was one of the busiest weekends, the unofficial end of summer. As a family, we usually avoid traveling during these busy, long weekends. But by Saturday evening, I was itching to go to Boston. I knew thousands of new students and parents would be all over the city, and driving and parking would have been a nightmare. So, I decided to let the guys rest and took the train to Boston. The $10 weekend pass is the best thing for Boston travel.
My day began with a very pleasant train conductor who was joking with folks, playing with young kids, and greeting everyone with a kind smile.
For a change, which is becoming a norm now, I didn’t have any set plans. I decided to just go and enjoy the day in Boston.
I took the train (Fairmont line—for the first time in 25 years in Boston). Limited service over the weekend, and I didn’t want to wait another hour for my usual train.
So instead of Back Bay, I went to South Station. Instead of having breakfast on Newbury Street, I decided to go to the North End. I started walking from South Station, with a tiny detour at Seaport, Boston Harbor, through the wharf, Aquarium, Christopher Columbus Park, Union Wharf, to Theo’s Corner for breakfast.
I walked through Salem St, Hanover Street, and hung out in the water fountain area, where lots of young children were playing in the water, and parents were relaxing. Rose Kennedy Greenway is such a beautiful place to spend time.
I walked around Hay market, Faneuil hall, Government center area, Downtown crossing, theatre district.
From there, I went to Boston Common and saw students from a dance group performing K-pop. It was so much fun—they danced like there was no tomorrow.
The Public Garden is another fun place to be, with lots of visitors enjoying boat rides, street performers, a balloon man, and many simple pleasures of life.
I took the train back with more than 7 miles on my watch, with a happy heart and soul.
Pictures don’t do it justice—you should go and enjoy a sunny Sunday in my beloved city.
