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Boston vacations can be full of fun for kids: sightseeing, walking tours, children's museums...
Go Boston Card
A great way to sightsee in Boston: buy a single or multi-day pass and get admission to 50 attractions, including top draws such as Duck Tours, Beantown Trolley, Museum of Science, and even Six Flags New England.
Boston: GoCityKids
Activity Finder lets you choose Type of Day(indoor/outdoor), Kind of Fun, child's age; or check the many family Events. Lodgings are rated, with details. Restaurant-finder notes what each place offers families.
Massachusetts for Families
About's guide for New England suggests family fun in Boston and elsewhere.
Boston: Family Vacation Guide
This guide for Boston at Family Travel Network covers What to Do, What to Eat, Money-Saving Tips; "Where to Stay" suggestions are extensive, with details on just what a hotel offers kids.
St. Patrick's Day in Boston
If you can't make it to Ireland, Boston may be your next best bet-- according to About's guide for New England for Visitors.
Boston by Foot
Walking tours can be great, with older kids or young ones in strollers; the Boston by Little Feet tour is especially for kids 6 to 12. (Click on "Tours").
Boston USA: Family-Friendly Values
Click on this page at the Boston USA site for Coupons, Discounts, and Family-Friendly Values.
Boston Museum of Science
Lots of fun for kids in Boston-- check out the exhibits online.
Sidewalk Boston
Events and attractions, at the MSN website; not geared to families, but Places to Go and Recreation are worth a look.
Children's Museum of Boston
A wonderful place for ages 0-10 (and older siblings too.)
Charles Hotel, Cambridge
Profile of the Charles Hotel in Harvard Square, a luxury property that welcomes families with special packages.
Swimming holes!
This cool "Platial map" shows swimming spots in the Boston area: if you know a good spot, add it to the map.

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