Guidebook for Newton
Food Scene
White Mountain Creamery, just down the road heading to the T, is the best ice cream in Boston, as any Boston College student or alum can attest. Have just one scoop, you deserve it!
8 locals recommend
White Mountain Creamery
19 Commonwealth AvenueWhite Mountain Creamery, just down the road heading to the T, is the best ice cream in Boston, as any Boston College student or alum can attest. Have just one scoop, you deserve it!
Need a quick coffee or bagel on the go? Dunkin' Donuts is right down the street (turn left as you leave the driveway).
136 locals recommend
Dunkin'
1631 Tremont StNeed a quick coffee or bagel on the go? Dunkin' Donuts is right down the street (turn left as you leave the driveway).
For a slice or a whole pie, walk down to Crazy Dough's for a quick bite.
11 locals recommend
Crazy Dough's Pizza
1124 Boylston StFor a slice or a whole pie, walk down to Crazy Dough's for a quick bite.
One of our favorite local restaurants, great for a night out or a special occasion. Tell them Paul and Stephen recommended them to you!
18 locals recommend
sycamore.
755 Beacon StOne of our favorite local restaurants, great for a night out or a special occasion. Tell them Paul and Stephen recommended them to you!
If you're in the mood for ramen noodles, this place can't be beat. Tell them Paul and Stephen sent you.
13 locals recommend
Little Big Diner
1247 Centre StIf you're in the mood for ramen noodles, this place can't be beat. Tell them Paul and Stephen sent you.
Douzo Sushi
131 Dartmouth StGreat sushi in a stylish setting downtown.
Starbucks
75 Mt Auburn StWhen only Starbucks works for you.
Del Frisco's Grille
33 Boylston StGreat place for steaks and drinks.
Essentials
Bank of America ATM
120 Beacon StNearby convenience store if you need the bare essentials - just a couple minutes walk down the street.
6 locals recommend
City Convenience
23 Beacon StNearby convenience store if you need the bare essentials - just a couple minutes walk down the street.
For more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
595 locals recommend
Star Market
370 Western AveFor more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
For more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
39 locals recommend
Wegmans
9102 Shops WayFor more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
For more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
84 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
442 Washington StFor more than a quick run for milk, go to either Star Market, Wegman's, or Whole Foods - we shop at all three!
Getting Around
The "B" train of the Green Line is only a couple blocks from the front door (turn left down the street). This stop on the "T" Transit Service connects you to all of Boston and Cambridge.
13 locals recommend
Boston College station
The "B" train of the Green Line is only a couple blocks from the front door (turn left down the street). This stop on the "T" Transit Service connects you to all of Boston and Cambridge.
Entertainment & Activities
A great spot for a leisurely stroll or a beautiful run when the weather is nice, the reservoir is a favorite with locals. Measures exactly 1.5 miles point to point, so go for one more lap!
42 locals recommend
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
A great spot for a leisurely stroll or a beautiful run when the weather is nice, the reservoir is a favorite with locals. Measures exactly 1.5 miles point to point, so go for one more lap!
Parks & Nature
A hidden gem known to insiders but largely ignored by tourists, this nearby portion of Boston's famous "Emerald Necklace" offers a stunning park system, perfect for biking, strolls, or a summer picnic.
379 locals recommend
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
125 ArborwayA hidden gem known to insiders but largely ignored by tourists, this nearby portion of Boston's famous "Emerald Necklace" offers a stunning park system, perfect for biking, strolls, or a summer picnic.
Swan Lake or Swan Boats, each is available here. Incredible spot to stroll and soak in the beauty of the city.
440 locals recommend
Boston Public Garden
Swan Lake or Swan Boats, each is available here. Incredible spot to stroll and soak in the beauty of the city.
Arts & Culture
Missing your "mummy?" You'll find plenty of them here, along with a world-class collection of art, including the greatest collection of Early American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and furniture in the world.
1042 locals recommend
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
465 Huntington Ave Missing your "mummy?" You'll find plenty of them here, along with a world-class collection of art, including the greatest collection of Early American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and furniture in the world.
"The Gardner" is more than just the site of the greatest art heist in history - it's an iconic museum that serves as a gorgeous oasis, especially during Boston's chilly winter months.
500 locals recommend
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way "The Gardner" is more than just the site of the greatest art heist in history - it's an iconic museum that serves as a gorgeous oasis, especially during Boston's chilly winter months.
Located literally across the street, we strongly encourage you to stroll through this beautiful campus and enjoy the positive student vibe and spectacular Gothic architecture. This prestigious university also hosts countless lectures, symposia, and art galleries throughout the year. Check out their website to see if your favorite author is speaking there during your stay!
69 locals recommend
Boston College
140 Commonwealth AvenueLocated literally across the street, we strongly encourage you to stroll through this beautiful campus and enjoy the positive student vibe and spectacular Gothic architecture. This prestigious university also hosts countless lectures, symposia, and art galleries throughout the year. Check out their website to see if your favorite author is speaking there during your stay!
Shopping
The Street Chestnut Hill
33 Boylston StLots of places to shop, eat, and stroll here.
The Shops at Chestnut Hill
199 Boylston StA beautiful mall full of high end shops.