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Boston is known for a few things: Paul Revere’s midnight ride, clam chowder, Mark Wahlberg, and an, at times, alarming dedication to our sports teams. Our brick brownstones and cobblestone streets have been bringing charm to the Boston name for centuries. But when locals (or visitors) need a break from the Freedom Trail, a new neighborhood beckons: the Seaport.

I stayed at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport for a getaway from my never-ending to-do list, and crossing the Evelyn Moakley Bridge felt like crossing into a completely new world. The Seaport district is a part of South Boston that overlooks the Boston Harbor and has absolutely exploded with development in the past few years. I can remember when the area was predominantly parking lots and dive bars, now it’s a shiny new downtown. Though the neighborhood has a bit of a manufactured feel (and a suspicious lack of Dunkin Donuts’) compared to the rest of the city, it’s a dream for a local staycation and a choice landing spot for Boston visitors.

I’m Celina, a Boston-based travel, food, and culture writer. I’m a born-and-raised New Englander who migrated from New Hampshire to Boston, and while I love telling global stories, I’ll always have a soft spot for this lobster-loving part of the United States.

 

My staycation at the Omni Seaport was a divine few days away from my laptop, but it’s perfectly situated to host out-of-town guests as well. And don’t worry; Hahvahd Yahd is still just a T ride away.

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