BostonvsWashington D.C.
Can't decide between Boston and Washington D.C.? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Boston
Boston is America's walking city, where Revolutionary War history meets world-class universities. Follow the Freedom Trail, cheer for the Red Sox at Fenway, and explore charming neighborhoods from Back Bay to the North End.
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Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is the political heart of America, where iconic monuments and world-class museums line the National Mall. From the Smithsonian to Capitol Hill, the city offers free access to American history and culture.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Boston offers Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, Harvard University
Washington D.C. offers National Mall, Smithsonian Museums, Lincoln Memorial
Food & Dining
Boston is famous for its local dining scene
Washington D.C. is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Boston offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Washington D.C. offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
April to October
March to May (cherry blossoms)
Weather
Summer: 27°C, Winter: -1°C
Summer: 31°C, Winter: 4°C
Top Attractions in Boston
- 1Freedom Trail
- 2Fenway Park
- 3Harvard University
- 4MIT
- 5Boston Common
- 6North End
Top Attractions in Washington D.C.
- 1National Mall
- 2Smithsonian Museums
- 3Lincoln Memorial
- 4Capitol Building
- 5Georgetown
- 6White House
Boston is Popular With
Washington D.C. is Popular With
Joyas Ocultas
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Joyas Ocultas en Boston
- 1
The Mapparium at the Mary Baker Eddy Library
A three-story-tall, stained-glass globe built in 1935 that you can walk through via a glass bridge.
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The Ether Dome at Massachusetts General Hospital
A historic surgical amphitheater where the first public demonstration of ether anesthesia took place in 1846.
Joyas Ocultas en Washington D.C.
- 1
Theodore Roosevelt Island
A 91-acre wilderness preserve and memorial to the 26th president, located in the Potomac River.
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Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
The former estate of cereal heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post, showcasing her unparalleled collection of Russian imperial art and French decorative arts.
Barrios para Explorar
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Mejores Zonas en Boston
North End
Boston's oldest residential neighborhood, the North End is a vibrant, compact maze of narrow streets bursting with Italian heritage.
Back Bay
An elegant district known for its stunning Victorian brownstone homes and upscale vibe.
Mejores Zonas en Washington D.C.
Georgetown
The city's oldest neighborhood, known for its Federal-style architecture, cobblestone streets, and upscale vibe.
Capitol Hill
The epicenter of American political power, centered around the iconic U.
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Our Verdict
Both Boston and Washington D.C. are incredible destinations. Boston excels in Revolutionary history and universities, while Washington D.C. stands out for monuments and Smithsonian.
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Washington D.C.
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