Newbury Street

For a very local-Boston feel, head to Newbury Street where you'll find dining, salons and boutiques along this historic street. Not limited to trendy fashion, the street is lined with stores that sell wedding dresses, sports apparel, jewelry shops and even consignment shops offering the best of Boston's vintage clothing.

Pet stores, pubs, tanning salons and even florists are popular on this street. With a rich history that started underwater as part of the Boston Harbor, history buffs will want to make sure to learn about the town's origin while in the area.