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South End

One of the most in-demand residential neighborhoods in Boston with peaceful tree-lined streets and good architecture spying, the South End, which offers visitors endless dining and shopping options, is a great place from which to start your city adventures.

Shopping

Boutique clothing stores can be found clustered on Tretmont Street. Other shops offering women’s and men’s fashions and accessories can be found on cross streets such as Union Park Street and West Springfield Street. Additional shopping options include home furnishing and design stores, florists, and stationary shops. The South End is also filled with full service salons and spas. Travelers looking for a day of pampering can head to a number of spas and beauty salons on Tretmont Street or Washington Street.

Eating

Whatever you’re craving, there’s a restaurant, grocery store, or café that’s sure to please. The South End is dotted with a diverse array of dining options particularly along Tremont Street, Washington Street, and Columbus Avenue.

Clustered along Tretmont Street, you’ll find pizza restaurants, French bistros, American faire, Indian food, and specialty coffee shops along with tried and true brands like Starbucks. Washington Street, Columbus Avenue, and the many side streets in the South End, house restaurants serving up seafood, Asian cuisine, Spanish tapas, Venezuelan food and much more.

Those looking for a quick snack or something sweet can wander into an ice cream or frozen yogurt shops or one of the popular bakeries anchoring the South End such as the Flour Bakery and Cafe, known for tasty creations that please the eyes and the taste buds.

What to see

Visit one of the dozen or so museums and art galleries in the South End. There are several galleries clustered together on or around Harrison Avenue including the Bromfield Art Gallery, the Vessels Gallery and the Boston Sculptors Gallery which features local artists and special exhibitions that change monthly. The Bead and Fiber Gallery on Harrison showcases work and offers classes in designing with beads and fiber such as knitting and bead crochet. Classes are offered every week. Tretmont Street also offers art galleries such as the Berenberg Gallery, which features works by artists who are self-taught.

Lodging

Want to stay right in the heart of the South End? A good option is the Chandler Inn Hotel, which is close to the border of Back Bay. Housed in an aesthetically pleasing brick building, the Chandler Inn has 56 guest rooms. Rates may vary due to seasonal promotions.

The Encore Bed and Breakfast on W. Newton Street offers comfortable guest accommodations and a complimentary breakfast in a choice location. Rates range depending on the season. The Encore boasts a staff with a deep knowledge of the South End and service that rivals the five-star hotels.

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