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.

New England AquariumZoo & Aquarium
Long WharfLandmark
Old North ChurchFamous Protestant Church

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Top things to do in North End

New England Aquarium
★ 4.4 · 28.4k
Zoo & Aquarium· $$★
A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction.
Every day
9 AM – 6 PM
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Long Wharf
Landmark★
historic American pier in Boston, Massachusetts
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Old North Church
★ 4.7 · 1.8k
Famous Protestant Church★
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
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Freedom Trail
Themed Experience★
2.5-mile route with historic sites, such as meetinghouses, churches & burial grounds, plus museums.
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Paul Revere House
★ 4.5 · 4.9k
History Museum★
Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings.
Every day
10 AM – 5:15 PM
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The Boston Gift Shop
★ 4.9 · 108
Specialty Store
Mon
10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue–Wed
11 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
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GOOD TASTE Records
★ 4.9 · 275
Record Store
Vinyl record boutique and music hub for DJs, collectors, and anyone with GOOD TASTE. Independently-owned and operated vinyl record store based in Boston .
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I AM Books
★ 4.9 · 195
Bookstore
A bookstore specializing in Italian language books and general bookstore services, offering a variety of titles including new fiction and children's books.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in North End

Modern Pastry
★ 4.5 · 2.6k
Pastry Shop· $$
Pastries, cakes, pies & cookies fill the cases at this unassuming, family-run Italian bakery.
Mon–Thu
7 AM – 10 PM
Fri
7 AM – 12 AM
Sat
7 AM – 12 AM
Sun
7 AM – 10 PM
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Carmelina's
★ 4.6 · 2.9k
Italian· $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
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Neptune Oyster
★ 4.3 · 4.9k
Seafood· $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
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Caffé Vittoria
★ 4.3 · 2.6k
Hookah Bar· $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
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Bova's Bakery
★ 4.6 · 4.6k
Bakery· $10–20
Family-owned bakeshop, opened in 1932, offering up breads, cookies & sandwiches 24 hours a day.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Sunny Girl
★ 4.8 · 430
Breakfast· $10–20
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 2 PM
Sat
7 AM – 4 PM
Sun
7 AM – 4 PM
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Pizzeria Regina
★ 4.6 · 7.3k
Pizza· $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
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Boston Sail Loft
★ 4.6 · 6.4k
Seafood· $20–60
Waterside maritime mainstay with floor-to-ceiling windows & seafood staples, plus bar scene.
Every day
11:30 AM – 2 AM
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