Get Fit and Explore Bostons Historic, Intellectual, and Vibrant Neighborhoods

Boston is a city that has something for everyone whether youre into history, academia, culture or fitness. This bustling metropolis boasts an array of neighborhoods with unique charms that make it the perfect place to explore while getting in some exercise.

One neighborhood worth visiting is the historic Beacon Hill (02108), which features narrow streets lined with brick homes dating back to the 19th century. Running up these hills will give you an intense workout while providing stunning views of the Charles River and Massachusetts State House.

If you want to incorporate culture into your workout routine, head over to Cambridge (02138). The home of Harvard University offers plenty of green spaces like Fresh Pond Reservoir Park and Mount Auburn Cemetery where visitors can jog or bike amidst beautiful scenery. Plus, you can take a detour through any one of several museums including The Harvard Art Museums and Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology.

For those who are looking for more extreme workouts, try out indoor rock climbing at Brooklyn Boulders Somerville (02143) or outdoor climbing at Quincy Quarries Reservation (02169).

Lastly dont forget about Bostons famous waterways! Grab a kayak from Paddle Boston Kendall Square Boathouse on Memorial Drive(02215) or go for a dip at L Street Beach in Southie (02127).

Wherever your interests lie, Boston has something exciting in store. With its rich history intertwined throughout its vibrant neighborhoods, theres no better place than Beantown to break a sweat while exploring all this great city has to offer!

Historical Facts:

Beacon Hill was once called Mount Vernon until locals decided they needed their own Beacon as Lighthouse illumination could be seen from here.

Brooks Brothers clothing brand began making clothes here around 1818; John F Kennedy, Daniel Webster and countless other powerplayers purchased from them.

Cambridge in the 1970s had a robust punk scene. CBGB briefly opened here as CBGB2.

Quincy Quarries Reservation has served multiple purposes over time: granite mining site, recreational space with golf clubs in the early 20th century, now a rockclimbing destination.

Technical Facts:

Beacon Hills hills are quite steep; locals refer to Pinckney Street between Joy and Anderson Streets as One of the Steepest Places on Earth

Fresh Pond Reservoir Park is great for running or mountain biking due to its abundant mix of flat trails and rugged terrain.

Websites & Twitter Handles:

Brooklyn Boulders Somerville https://brooklynboulders.com/somerville/

Paddle Boston Kendall Square Boathouse https://www.paddleboston.com/kendallsquare.php

Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology https://www.peabody.harvard.edu/

Harvard Art Museums https://harvardartmuseums.org/

Quincy Quarries Reservation Facebook page @quincyquarries_reservation