Things to Do in Dorchester, Boston Boston's largest neighborhood, known for its beautiful parks, old architecture, and good public transit. It's considered one of the more affordable areas in the city and has a diverse and inclusive population.
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The Pierce House ★ 4.6 · 130★
Ten generations of the Pierce family called this house a home, from its construction in 1683 until it was turned into a museum in 1968. This is not the house of a wealthy merchant, this is where working class colonists (and later…
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 10 AM – 5 PM
Fri 10 AM – 10 PM
Sat 10 AM – 10 PM
Sun 10 AM – 9 PM
Natick Mall ★ 4.5 · 10.9k
Stylish shopping mall featuring name-brand retailers, fast-food outlets & upscale restaurants.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 7 PM
Fri 10 AM – 9 PM
Sat 10 AM – 9 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM
Phillips Chocolates ★ 4.7 · 287
This family-owned candy shop established in 1925 sells handcrafted chocolates & gourmet confections.
Every day 9:30 AM – 6 PM Where to eat & drink in Dorchester
Boston Bowl ★ 4.3 · 2.4k
Round-the-clock bowling & billiards, plus a brewpub serving suds & bar bites till late.
Mon–Thu 9 AM – 12 AM
Fri 9 AM – 2 AM
Sat 9 AM – 2 AM
Sun 9 AM – 12 AM
Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar ★ 4.8 · 1.2k· $20–50 per person
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 12 AM
Fri 11:30 AM – 1 AM
Sat 11 AM – 1 AM
Sun 11 AM – 12 AM
Boston Harbor Distillery Tour & Tasting ★ 4.8 · 157· $
American-style spirits are crafted in a 19th-century waterfront warehouse with a tasting room.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM
Sat 3 PM – 8 PM
Sun Closed
Lucy's American Tavern ★ 4.5 · 3.1k· $20–30
Rustic-chic hangout featuring elevated tavern grub with seasonal ingredients, plus unique cocktails.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 12 AM
Fri 11:30 AM – 1 AM
Sat 10 AM – 1 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12 AM
Via Cannuccia ★ 4.8 · 638
A cozy trattoria in Dorchester, this hidden gem brings a slice of Rome to the neighborhood, serving authentic Italian dishes and weekend breakfast.
Mon 5 PM – 9 PM
Tue–Wed Closed
Thu 5 PM – 9 PM
Fri 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 9 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 9 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
The Bowery Bar ★ 4.6 · 1.6k· $20-60
Comfort food, weekend brunch & seasonal cocktails offered in a vintage-style bar that has a patio.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 12 AM
Fri 11:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat 10 AM – 2 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12 AM
The Ice Creamsmith ★ 4.6 · 292· $
Longtime ice cream parlor making up all of its flavors in-house, offering mix-ins, sundaes & cakes.
Every day 12 PM – 9 PM
Banh Mi Ba Le ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· $10–20
Take-out standby for traditional Vietnamese sandwiches & desserts, plus bubble tea & coffee.
Every day 6 AM – 6 PM
The DotBlock Diner ★ 4.5 · 110· $10–20
Mon–Fri 5:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat 6:30 AM – 4 PM
Sun 6:30 AM – 4 PM
Boston Winery Tour & Tasting ★ 4.8 · 122
Italian-inspired winery offering make-your-own wines plus tastings & tours in an historic building.
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM
Sat 1 PM – 7 PM
Sun Closed
Fiskie's Indian Cafe ★ 4.7 · 811· $10–20 per person
Every day 10 AM – 1 AM
Venezia ★ 4.5 · 1.6k· $30–80
Classic Italian dishes in a refined airy dining room on the water, plus related winery next door.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 2 PM – 10 PM
Sun 4 PM – 9 PM
Honeycomb Cafe ★ 4.6 · 201· $1–10
Cafe menu of breakfast bites, salads & sandwiches made with local ingredients, plus gourmet java.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 2 PM
Sat 8 AM – 2 PM
Sun 8 AM – 2 PM Planning time in Dorchester?
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1 The Pierce House 2 Boston Bowl 3 Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar 4 Boston Harbor Distillery Tour & Tasting 5 Lucy's American Tavern 6 Via Cannuccia 7 The Bowery Bar 8 The Ice Creamsmith 9 Banh Mi Ba Le 10 Natick Mall Ready to plan Dorchester? Turn these Dorchester picks into a day-by-day Boston plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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