Things to Do in North End, Boston The North End is known as "Little Italy" and features narrow streets filled with Italian heritage and dining options. It's a popular spot for visitors wanting to experience old world culture.
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New England Aquarium ★ 4.4 · 28.9k· $$ ★
A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 6 PM
Sun 9 AM – 6 PM
Long Wharf ★
historic American pier in Boston, Massachusetts
Old North Church ★ 4.7 · 1.9k★
Hallowed 18th-century church & launch point for Paul Revere's revolutionary ride, with tours & more.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 11 AM – 12 PM, 12:30 PM – 5 PM
Freedom Trail ★
2.5-mile route with historic sites, such as meetinghouses, churches & burial grounds, plus museums.
Paul Revere House ★ 4.5 · 5.0k★
Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings.
Every day 10 AM – 5:15 PM
The Boston Gift Shop ★ 4.9 · 127
Mon 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue–Wed 10:30 AM – 5 PM
Thu 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Good Taste Records ★ 4.9 · 290
Vinyl record boutique and music hub for DJs, collectors, and anyone with GOOD TASTE. Independently-owned and operated vinyl record store based in Boston .
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 7 PM
Fri 12 PM – 6 PM
Sat 12 PM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5 PM Where to eat & drink in North End
Modern Pastry ★ 4.5 · 2.8k· $$
Pastries, cakes, pies & cookies fill the cases at this unassuming, family-run Italian bakery.
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 11 PM
Fri 7 AM – 12 AM
Sat 7 AM – 12 AM
Sun 7 AM – 11 PM
Carmelina's ★ 4.6 · 3.0k· $30–70
There’s nothing light about this Italian favorite where garlic, tomato, cream, and butter run wild across a seafood-forward menu.
Every day 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Neptune Oyster ★ 4.3 · 5.0k· $40–100
Located in the North End, Neptune Oyster features a dark blue facade with a large window revealing oysters displayed on a bed of crushed ice overseen by a blue aproned shucker in perpetual motion.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9:30 PM
Caffé Vittoria ★ 4.3 · 2.7k· $10–20
Italian restaurant in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Mon–Thu 8 AM – 11 PM
Fri 8 AM – 12 AM
Sat 8 AM – 12 AM
Sun 8 AM – 12 AM
Bova's Bakery ★ 4.6 · 4.7k· $10–20
Family-owned bakeshop, opened in 1932, offering up breads, cookies & sandwiches 24 hours a day.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Stanza Dei Sigari ★ 4.5 · 910
A wood- & leather-accented ex-speakeasy, now a cigar parlor & liquor lounge with old-world ambiance.
Mon–Tue 5 PM – 1 AM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 1 AM
Sat 12 PM – 1 AM
Sun 12 PM – 1 AM
Sunny Girl ★ 4.8 · 474· $10–20
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 2 PM
Sat 7 AM – 4 PM
Sun 7 AM – 4 PM
Mike's Pastry ★ 4.3 · 6.5k
Outpost of an Italian bakery famous for its pastries like cannoli & lobster tails since 1946.
Every day 8 AM – 10 PM
Pizzeria Regina ★ 4.6 · 7.5k· $10–20
Circa-1926 local chain for thin-crust, brick-oven pizzas in a no-frills setting.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM Planning time in North End?
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