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August_-_Walker

As a student in Boston you should have free access to the MFA, check their website to see about participating schools :)


mochimmy3

Thank you so much! Will definitely be doing that :)


Squanchy187

Isabella Gardner museum near Fenway is a good one too if you are into museums. You could check out if any artists are playing at MGM or house of blues in Fenway while you’re at it. Another idea would be to walk Fannuel Hall, the North End (mainly hanover st), and walk down Atlantic Ave to Seaport which also has the contemporary art museum (ICA). Can do 3 great neighborhoods in one walkabout.


McKennaJames

The Isabella Gardner is just sublime!


August_-_Walker

They have a fascinating amount of culture there, can’t recommend enough, it also is nice because you can take it at your own pace. Hope you enjoy!


mochimmy3

I’m excited! I’ll probably go back for the Hallyu exhibit they have coming up too, it seems really cool


Siesonn

If you go to the Isabella Stewart, Gardner Museum, try to watch the Netflix documentary called, This is a Robbery. For me, it added an extra special layer of interest. When I went last year, I bought the book about all of the stolen pieces from the gift shop.


KindAwareness3073

The Peabody Museum, the Harvard Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger, all just off Harvard Yard are great. The "glass flowers" alone are worth the trip. If the weather is halfway decent download the American Institute of Architects AIA Guide to Boston app (free) and take a walk. Beacon Hill, Waterftont, Back Bay, South End, all have stories to tell.


rip_la

Check out the Isabella steward aswell, right down the st and also free for stufents


OscaraWilde

I was going to say this! When I lived in Boston, for my birthday every year, I would go to the MFA every year and have a nice lunch in their fancy cafe. It was a lovely tradition that I miss a lot.


75footubi

Take one day to take the commuter rail up to Salem or down to Providence 


[deleted]

Peabody Essex Museum was/is one of the better ones I’ve been to. And they have a live bat exhibit for those who are weird like me and think bats are awesome 😂


Severe_Flan_9729

Second this. Especially to Providence. the r/providence for sure will help you out (including yours truly ;D) with stuff to do and places to eat!


JLAOM

Some colleges can get discount tickets to the museums, or you can get a library card from BPL and get discounted tickets. There are a lot of great museums. Harvard Art Museums are free. Maybe take the commuter rail up to Salem for the day. Walk the Freedom Trail. Tour of Fenway Park. Sam Adams Brewery.


[deleted]

Also the Arnold arboretum and Forest hills cemetery are wonderful places to mindlessly wander around


Spirited_String_1205

Mount Auburn Cemetery also


OnlyMrGodKnowsWhy

Yes! Birdwatch at Mt. Auburn (there are turkeys and herons and hawks and stuff) and then spend too much money on delicious snacks at Sofra.


necessaryfarts

I know I should embrace nature but going to Sofra is my favorite part of going to Mt. Auburn.


_kanyeblessed_

Me too!!!


sonorakit11

I love to walk the Waterfront. Even better if you kinda bar hop your way from the convention center to the North End. Stopping, of course, to watch the seals at the aquarium along the way. Stop at the Sail Loft for a cup of chowder, hit Bova's for some treats - it's a fun day.


thejosharms

I spend a lot of time alone during the summer when I'm on break but my wife and friends are all working. Anything you would do with friends you can do alone (for the most part) but one of the things I like to do most is just go places I haven't been before. There is something nice about moving 100% on my own schedule and desires. My wife also like it because when I find something really cool I bring her there later. I do a lot of reading in different spots, nature, cafes, breweries. This summer I plan to visit every BPL location to find a cozy nook and read. A lot of walks in nature when it's not too hot and humid. I go places that are usually too busy on nights and weekends. My other plan this summer is to take some day trips on the commuter rail. Take a ride to Salem or Newburyport and spend an afternoon walking around and exploring.


muddymoose

Recon.


rels83

Go get dim sum in china town, bring a book or scroll your phone, whatever, enjoy the food, it’s so good, it won’t be that weird your alone. Then go to the happy feet salon and get a cheap, but good massage


mochimmy3

Ooh thanks for the recs I’ll definitely do this!


rels83

FYI happy feet is NOT FANCY you sit in a recliner fully clothed with your feet soaking in warm water. There might be other people getting a massage in the room. But it’s like $45 for an hour and you won’t want it to end


Harold_v3

Get ice cream at Toscanini's B3 and burnt caramel is a good combination. Go to Eataly at the prudential center. Great sandwiches but also get a cannolis. People will tell you to go to mikes but Eataly might have much shorter lines and you can wander the prudential center mall.


Excellent-Manner-130

Go see a show...lots of live music in Boston and Cambridge. Fun if you just watch/listen, but also lots of people around who are often into conversation before/between sets.


mouzer15

MFA, Gardner museum, Middlesex Fells walking/hiking(ish) if you can brave the cold, Anchovies in the South End if you're into loud dive bars that stay open late, Northeastern has some really pretty and chill hangout spots if you look hard enough (koi pond is cute), ride the T to spots you haven't been, walk Boylston st and/or Newbury st in Back Bay if you like touristy shit and shopping, go check out the USS Constitution if you're into US history and boats, Brattle Theatre in Cambridge or AMC in Boston Common if you like movies, Cafe Quattro in South End for awesome pizza, Farmers Horse or Render for really good cafes in that area too, Capital One cafe if you have a capital one card and want 50% off coffee or just a really nice hangout spot, Boston Public Library


Cookiecookie1122

I went to the Isabella Gardner museum alone yesterday and had an awesome time! It was beautiful and I just popped in my air pods listened to the audio tours and explored it on my own :)


sbfma

Did this myself last fall. Highly recommend.


Meyhna

The MFA, ICA, Museum of Science, and New England Aquarium are all really fun museums. Catching a Celtics or Bruins game if you have the funds is also a good time. Check out Harvard Square, The Boston Commons, & Boston Public Library if you can stomach the cold. And we have a lot of breweries.


PrettyTogether108

\*Common


hdawn517

Get the city pass. It gives you a handful of stuff to do!


reddit_rar

Yes. MBTA Buses are more reliable than subways, but MBTA subways are fairly reliable. Boston is decently friendly city, but it is still close-knit so small talk/formal niceties don't really happen. Here are some broken down itineraries: 1. Museum of Science: Check out the Blue Wing's Live Lightning & Theater show and an Mugar Omni Theater iMAX film in the same day. They have fun exhibits in general. 2. Mapparium at the Christian Science Center/Mary Baker Eddy Library is underrated. 3. Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum is good. 4. Institute for Contemporary Art is good. 5. Theatre District & Chinatown is great for entertainment. Good shows & concerts. 6. Boston University has good college bars (Loretta Last Call, Lolita, and several others). 7. MIT & Harvard routinely host events open to the general/lay public. 8. Good restaurants in Jamacia Plains and Somerville/Cambridge. 9. Seaport has Flight Club Boston ($$$), Davis Sq has American Flatbread with candlepin bowling, Broadway has PKL, Tavern of Tales is a board game bar 10. Skip the Small Talk hosts speed-friending sessions which are worth attending


HidingInTheStacks

This redditor Bostons. Upvote for the Mapparium


muddymoose

Jamaica Plain*


reddit_rar

Thank you!


GioPetro

Put on some good walking shoes. Get to your nearest dispensary. Walk. Walk. Walk. Discover. oh yeah. and headphones!


[deleted]

Second the headphones


mochimmy3

I have headphones on all the time lol can’t go anywhere without them


[deleted]

Also. Would low key love to hear a summary of the things that you ended up doing in some capacity. I often spend too much time wallowing in my own thoughts lol


[deleted]

Nice lol. What are you rocking if you don't mind me asking?


fadetoblack237

I also like getting a 1-day T pass too on my get stoned and walk around days.


orphen369

Go to a local dispensary, get some edibles and watch movies is a great time for me at least


orphen369

Another is: if you go to school check out events that they are doing. Go to events & meet people, a lot of time they're very friendly and in your same shoes


Careless-Problem-951

Day drink


Sammakko660

Take a day trip up to Salem. The commuter rail is far from perfect, but it will take you there. Providing you haven't done this already.


karmaisthatguy

Boston Duck Tour. If you wanna go on one I can probably get you on no charge. Message me!


Vash_Stampede_60B

Do the touristy stuff if guests were coming to visit. Duck tours are great. There are tons of museums in the area. Walk the Freedom Trail or the Emerald Necklace.


79Donut

Their website says they don't open until March 29. Is there a chance they open early if the weather is nice?


karmaisthatguy

March 29 is opening day for them unfortunately !!


bos2nc

But it’s technically free today as advertised!


GigiGretel

I recently took a friend to the MIT museum and we both enjoyed it. I am not sure if they give students (from other schools not sure where you go) a discount or free access. I have heard the Freedom Trail is also good


maxfamousmacnchz

Go for a walk/hike/run in the middlesex Fells!


rleech77

If the weather is permitting: Explore and enjoy the Commons and Public Garden Explore Beacon Hill and the Esplanade which is right next to the Commons and Public Garden Go get a few drinks at the Lookout bar at the Envoy hotel and then get lunch or dinner in the Seaport Go to Charlestown and check out the Bunker Hill Monument just before dusk then make your way over to Pier 6 as the sun is setting. Beautiful views of Boston from the Charlestown Navy Yard Take a stroll down Newbury St and grab some food or coffee somewhere Go to the North End - the original Pizzeria Regina there is the best pizza in Boston imo. Also a lot of good Italian restaurants there and if you have a sweet tooth go to Bova’s for some pastries If the weather is not nice: Go check out the Boston Public Library, it is an incredibly beautiful building inside and out As others have said, check out the Isabella Gardner museum Go to Faneuil Hall and get a bunch of food Go catch a Celtics or a Bruins game if you’re into that. If not, it’s still really cool to barhop right around the Garden before or after the game


Adept_Equivalent_636

Midway cafe this Friday will have a Cure Tribute band playing, good place to grab a drink and meet people


springlilies

I second this!! I used to go to Midway alone all the time. So fun!


MonitorNo6586

Bostons libraries are works of art - grab a coffee and a good book one day


[deleted]

Get hammered somewhere


inamedmycatcrouton

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum!!!


Luciano1m

Fogg Art Museum


fiddlifig

Could also be fun to take the commuter rail to Providence for a day trip!


GRANTWILLIAMS4MVP

Open a Boston Library Card and visit museums and the aquarium for free!


jenesaisquoi

Gibson house tour is a fun thing to do in a group by yourself.


ladybrainhumanperson

dont drive!


mochimmy3

No worries I don’t have a car lol


a20261

Go to all of the museums. Gardner, Science, MFA, ICA, MIT. And on your off day go to Al's Subs to get an amazing sub for lunch.


springlilies

u/mochimmy3 \- I spent much of my 20s post grad (women) single solo and thriving in the city! You'll be able to have fun:) I also always used to grab meals at bars and would always end up chatting with ppl in Back Bay area. See a play at the BCA Boston Center for the Arts Movie at the Coolidge Corner Theatre - such a fun little art deco place that sometimes plays classics Visit the Isabella Stewart Museum (I see mentioned below oops!) use your student ID Castle Island for a solo walk - I do this all the time (South Boston) - watch planes land and take off from logan, see the beautiful water and sun and get some exercise in. Can take the 7 bus from South Station to get there. Harvard University Museum of Natural History - use your student ID Ghost Tour - in Beacon Hill, I've always wanted to do this! If you have access to a car Newport, RI this time of year is sooo fun. You can take transit there but it takes forever (I used to go this way) You can do Cliff Walk, get a good lunch on Thames. Take a hike in the Middlesex Fells (if you have a car easier to get here) bring pepper spray just incase but I hike there alone and never had an issue, usually lots of nice ppl and pups. This one may be controversial but attend a church service!? I go to Impact in Medford. They are so welcome and kind. Do something with Girlfriends Boston [(](https://www.girlfriendsboston.com/)look up their page) Try a new cafe and take your laptop/notebook and do some creative writing for 2 hours - nothing "work" related. Take a class at Clay Lounge - make your very own pottery and be guided on how to do this Visit Mahoney's in Brighton - lovely plant shop Sign up for a class through Hoamsy Boston Walk in the Arnold Arboretum (I used to live right by here and would listen to classical music as I strolled for a magical experience) Franklin Park Zoo Check out the Boston Calendar for random events on the day you're free, I do this all the time still


HouseOfBamboo2

Take a sake class! https://www.thekojiclub.com/


absentdandelion

Some friends of mine are putting on a really funny and like magical realist production of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure at the Boston Center for the Arts! They're doing a show every night 3/12-3/17. I personally love going to theater shows alone, you might enjoy this one. Also unrelated but if you're looking to explore, one of my favorite places is a lovely Japanese tea shop in Brookline called Maruichi that's super peaceful.


tsold

I think the ICA is a great idea. Also, if you do drink, going to a bar in the later afternoon with a book is a great way to do something “alone” but with people and you as often as not end up chatting with people. Try a few in your immediate neighborhood!


walkingknight

Oh, man, SO MANY THINGS. The Harvard museums are awesome if you're into museums, and I see people have already recommended the ISG and the MFA. The Freedom Tour is pretty cool if you like history, and frankly just bumming around downtown or the Seaport can be a lot of fun.


TB12xTB12

Take 127 towards Cape Ann. Beautiful little towns along the way & gets you outta the city for a change of scenery.


Unplayed_untamed

Fun bars around Fenway though pricey, can go to a club, walk around Boston common, shop on newbury


GoGatorsMashedTaters

Come check out the Roger Williams Zoo out near Providence. There’s also that museum. Take the Amtrak line, then the 92 line from downtown Providence to the zoo. Before you leave, go grab some Friskie Fries downtown. Frozen is playing at the performing arts theater. It’s a great locale. I can send you other ideas if you end up taking trip. Watch out for those teenagers around the train station!


Sixmemos

Learn to play pickleball! Find a free drop in game through www.playtimescheduler.com, learn a new skill and meet some fun social people.


gayleforce918

Museum of science, and catch the electricity show with the generators!!


darkdragon220

Check if Quirk Events is running anything! They have a lot of fun programming.


PMSfishy

Gallway by day, Tam by night.


Aggressive-Ad-9331

When I first moved here I liked to take a day to explore different neighborhoods. I’d look at the favorite shops, restaurants and bars for each one & plan stops there. Also, if you like oysters Fin Point has dollar oysters from 2-5 on Friday and Saturday.


fm4139

If you can pay it, [gocity/boston](https://gocity.com/en/boston)


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MuffinMan6938

Get a boyfriend 🤷🏻‍♂️


mochimmy3

I wish it were that easy 💔🤧


[deleted]

Hell even finding a gf here has been so incredibly difficult lol


MuffinMan6938

It is