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Archive: Jul 2022

Private Walking Tours in Boston

Private Walking Tours of Boston run year-round to accommodate your areas of interest. Visit historic sites, iconic landmarks and scenic locations on a custom-designed itinerary with fascinating and insightful commentary–with or without photo tips. It’s up to you how you’d like to experience your visit to Boston. Private Photography Lessons are also available for individuals…

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July 24, 2022

Beacon Hill’s Historic Homes

A walk in Beacon Hill is an immersion into a 19th century English-inspired neighborhood. Imagine the sound of horse-drawn carriages carrying Boston’s elite to their Federal-style row house during the Victorian era. Stroll down the brick sidewalks lined with antique gas lamps and take in the views of some of Boston’s most charming, historic houses….

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July 23, 2022

Rouvalis Flowers in Beacon Hill

One of the things I love most about Rouvalis Flowers in Beacon Hill is how much it reminds me of a European flower shop. Tucked on one of the most scenic corners of the neighborhood, it’s always a nice surprise to see its ever-changing colorful flowers and plants displayed outside its charming storefront. Step inside and the scent of fresh, exotic flowers is literally breathtaking. Back in 1897, it was the neighborhood butcher shop. The original meat refrigerator is now filled with gorgeous flowers imported from the Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, and South America. The original copper ceiling was preserved and restored to a silver finish. By far, it’s my favorite flower shop in Boston. Rouvalis Flower Shop is one of the stops on the 2-hour Highlights of Boston tour and the 90-minute Beacon Hill tour.

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July 9, 2022