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Road trip from Boston to Harwich

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ITINERARY

1h 50m79 miles18 stops
1
The Mapparium
210 Massachusetts Ave The Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston, MA 02115-3012
"How Do You See the World" is a montage of photos—a global portrait of faces from the pages of The Christian Science Monitor. It welcomes you to a new experience at the Christian Science Plaza. offering stories and experiences that explore progress and possibilities throughout the world as you consider your own place in it. Three different exhibits connect you to positive change flowing out of the inspired actions of everyday people in countries and cultures globally, including Boston’s iconic Mapparium™ experience. The three-story Mapparium globe shows the world at one moment in time—1935. A short narration lets you consider the world before World War II from an entirely different perspective—from the inside of the world looking out.
2
Commonwealth Avenue Mall
484 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-2737
3
The Tam
222 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116-4706
4
Boston Public Garden
4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-4602
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
5
Brattle Book Shop of Boston
9 West St, Boston, MA 02111-1203
The country's oldest antiquarian bookstore, the Brattle has over 200,000 used and out-of-print books, magazines and more.
6
Boston Children's Museum
308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210-1016
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
7
King's Chapel Burying Ground
Tremont Street Between School And Park Streets, Boston, MA 02108-3201
8
The Point
147 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02108-2402
9
Mugar Omni Theater
1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114-1000
10
Salmagundi - North End
61 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-2272
11
Statue of General Warren
Monument Square, Charlestown, Boston, MA 02129
Warren was killed in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
12
Downeast Cider House
256 Marginal St Building 32, Boston, MA 02128-2871
13
Deer Island HarborWalk
Deer Island, Winthrop, MA
14
Hex: Old World Witchery
246 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970-3422
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
15
Witch And Fairy Emporium
178 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970-3736
We are a wonderful shop filled with children's costumes and toys, as well as collectibles for people who are looking for toys to connect to their childhood. We also are the home of Judith, the haunted doll. So if you are looking for a gift for that special someone or something unique we are your shop. If its creepy dolls you're into we have you covered there as well. Stop by when you are in Salem, MA, visit us and say hello to Judith one of Salem's haunted residents!
16
Salem Toy Museum
1 E India Square Mall Ste 131, Salem, MA 01970-3788
Vintage Toy Museum and Gift ShopThe Salem Toy Museum is a celebration of the classic toys we all grew up with. On display are many of your childhood favorites that are still popular today! Fun facts and original advertising artwork are all part of the classic toy exhibit.The young and young-at-heart will be whisked back in time through displays of the toys that defined generations. This magical journey through the evolution of childhood also offers a glimpse into the cultureof the times.Visitors will be dazzled by the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and evensome 90s toys that are showcased in the museum. Come and visit us and be prepared to step back in time and enjoy the flood of memories.Children, History buffs, Collectors and those who appreciate the pop cultural aspect that make these timeless classics are sure to find enjoyment here.
17
First Baptist Church in America
75 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903-1307
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
18
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
224 Benefit St, Providence, RI 02903-2711
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
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OVERVIEW

Boston to Harwich
1
Start:The Mapparium
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(934) review
"How Do You See the World" is a montage of photos—a global portrait of faces from the pages of The Christian Science Monitor. It welcomes you to a new experience at the Christian Science Plaza. offering stories and experiences that explore progress and possibilities throughout the world as you consider your own place in it. Three different exhibits connect you to positive change flowing out of the inspired actions of everyday people in countries and cultures globally, including Boston’s iconic Mapparium™ experience. The three-story Mapparium globe shows the world at one moment in time—1935. A short narration lets you consider the world before World War II from an entirely different perspective—from the inside of the world looking out.
210 Massachusetts Ave The Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston, MA 02115-3012
2
Commonwealth Avenue Mall
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(94) review
484 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-2737
3
The Tam
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(91) review
222 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116-4706
4
Boston Public Garden
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9979) review
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-4602
5
Brattle Book Shop of Boston
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(90) review
The country's oldest antiquarian bookstore, the Brattle has over 200,000 used and out-of-print books, magazines and more.
9 West St, Boston, MA 02111-1203
6
Boston Children's Museum
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(994) review
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210-1016
7
King's Chapel Burying Ground
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(92) review
Tremont Street Between School And Park Streets, Boston, MA 02108-3201
8
The Point
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(91) review
147 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02108-2402
9
Mugar Omni Theater
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9) review
1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114-1000
10
Salmagundi - North End
Boston, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
61 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-2272
11
Statue of General Warren
Boston, Massachusetts·
3.0
(9) review
Warren was killed in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Monument Square, Charlestown, Boston, MA 02129
12
Downeast Cider House
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(94) review
256 Marginal St Building 32, Boston, MA 02128-2871
13
Deer Island HarborWalk
Winthrop, Massachusetts·
4.5
(97) review
Deer Island, Winthrop, MA
14
Hex: Old World Witchery
Salem, Massachusetts·
5.0
(1000) review
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
246 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970-3422
15
Witch And Fairy Emporium
Salem, Massachusetts·
4.5
(91) review
We are a wonderful shop filled with children's costumes and toys, as well as collectibles for people who are looking for toys to connect to their childhood. We also are the home of Judith, the haunted doll. So if you are looking for a gift for that special someone or something unique we are your shop. If its creepy dolls you're into we have you covered there as well. Stop by when you are in Salem, MA, visit us and say hello to Judith one of Salem's haunted residents!
178 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970-3736
16
Salem Toy Museum
Salem, Massachusetts·
4.5
(95) review
Vintage Toy Museum and Gift ShopThe Salem Toy Museum is a celebration of the classic toys we all grew up with. On display are many of your childhood favorites that are still popular today! Fun facts and original advertising artwork are all part of the classic toy exhibit.The young and young-at-heart will be whisked back in time through displays of the toys that defined generations. This magical journey through the evolution of childhood also offers a glimpse into the cultureof the times.Visitors will be dazzled by the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and evensome 90s toys that are showcased in the museum. Come and visit us and be prepared to step back in time and enjoy the flood of memories.Children, History buffs, Collectors and those who appreciate the pop cultural aspect that make these timeless classics are sure to find enjoyment here.
1 E India Square Mall Ste 131, Salem, MA 01970-3788
17
First Baptist Church in America
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(91) review
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
75 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903-1307
18
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(981) review
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
224 Benefit St, Providence, RI 02903-2711

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The distance is 79 miles
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