GuidesMassachusetts
September 2023
GuidesMassachusetts
September 2023

Boston’s photogenic fall

September 2023

Planning a trip to see New England’s famous fall foliage? Our expert can show you how to capture it in style

September 2023

Where to eat and drink

Overview

In Beacon Hill, head to Tatte Bakery for coffee and baked goods to fuel up for a morning adventure. Snake your way to Storrow Lagoon, but stop at The Paramount on the way for a decadent brunch or lunch option (the bagel sandwiches are a must).

For a truly special end to the day, make a reservation at No. 9 Park, arguably the best restaurant in Boston, which comes with the added benefit of both State House and Boston Common views.  

What’s Nearby

Tatte Bakery

70 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114

The Paramount

44 Charles Street,
Boston, MA 02114

No. 9 Park

9 Park Street
Boston, Massachusetts
02108

Where to stay

Overview

If you want to be close to the action, Alhadi suggests booking boutique hotel The Newbury. What makes it so special, she says, is that it “faces The Public Garden”: Ask for a room with a park view so you can see the changing leaves. For a less extravagant stay, Alhadi says the Boston Park Plaza, which is just down the block, gives those same spectacular views.

If you prefer to wake up right in the heart of Beacon Hill, book into The Whitney Hotel, which is two blocks from Garden Street and a short walk from Acorn Street, providing easy access to early-morning strolls without the crowds.  

What’s Nearby

The Newbury Boston

15 Arlington St, Boston, MA, 02116

Boston Park Plaza

50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA, 02116

The Whitney Hotel

170 Charles Street, Boston, MA, 02114

What to do

Overview

If you like a little culture with your flora, Alhadi suggests visiting the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, a personal favorite. “It’s like taking a trip to Europe,” she says. Come for the manicured lawns, stay for the art (check out the Last Seen podcast for the fascinating story of the heist that took place here). Another must: a stroll down at least part of The Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile route connecting museums, churches, meeting houses, and other historic markers throughout the city.

And, if you can, snag a spot on one of Alhadi’s tours, which will not only show you the best spots for fall foliage photos in Boston but also teach you a thing or two about the city along the way. And maybe leave you with a new skill, too. “My tours are eye-opening experiences for clients because they learn about the city but also how to confidently take their photography skills to the next level,” Alhadi says. “And these skills last a lifetime.”  

What’s Nearby

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115

Walking tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail

Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111

PhotoWalks tour of Boston’s Architectural Landmarks and History

Dartmouth Street
Boston, Massachusetts

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