Seaport Boston offers an array of endless fun year-round but is an especially gorgeous neighborhood to explore in the warmer months due to its proximity to the water! From the best food to spontaneous boating excursions, below are some of our top picks around this fresh hub:
Seaport Boston restaurants
The food scene in Seaport is fresh! Due to the modernity of the neighborhood, you’ll find a mix of hole-in-the-wall fine dining, and chain expansions from some of the coolest fast-casual concepts. Below we’ve included some of our top food recs that are worth coming back to Seaport for time and time again:
- Menton
- Woods Hill Pier 4
- Bar Taco
- Row 34
- Outlook Kitchen
- Coquette
- Madras Dosa Co.
- Miznon
- Yoki Express
- Chikadee
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Whether you’re traveling into Boston or need a staycation or spa day, this is the place to spend it in the Seaport, or honestly the whole city. With Boston’s only heated outdoor rooftop pool and jacuzzi that is open 365 days a year, you already know you’re in for a good time. Plus, the hotel is home to 7 outstanding dining options, and close to the convention center and airport should you be traveling in!
Culture and attractions
One of the coolest parts about the Seaport is the stunning waterfront views which aren’t obstructed by any of the new buildings. Everything is designed to complement the wharf and so you can enjoy the water in all four seasons, these are some of our favorite ways to do so!
Electric boat rental
For $499 you can rent a 12-person boat for 2 hours. You don’t need any prior boating experience to do so, you can just be your own captain because the electric boats are super easy to navigate!
Institute of Contemporary Art
This modern museum always has a new exhibit to enjoy! Every Thursday night, guests can enjoy free admission!
Relax at Fan Pier
This outdoor park is complete with lawn chairs and tables so you can grab some food and enjoy the fresh air!
Picnic from Cardullo’s
Or you can DIY a picnic by stopping at Cardullo’s first. This international market has some of the best snacks in the city from all over the world! From gourmet gummies to exotic potato chips, your taste buds are sure to thank you.
Play some golf at Puttshack
The high-tech mini golf spot is an entertainment wonderland! Perfect for those chiller days or as a nighttime activity!
Seasonal events
There are also a ton of seasonal events to enjoy in Seaport, especially as the weather finally starts to warm up here in Boston!
- Explore the rotating shops at The Current
- In November and December, awe at the magic of Snowport
- Get fit with the summer workout series on the lawn
- Cheer on swimmers during the annual Boston Harbor swim
- Gawk at the Red Bull cliff divers on June 3, 2023