Boston Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home

Keen to explore a different side of Boston? Like a Local is the book for you.

This isn’t your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Boston’s rich history and world-famous universities are experimental breweries, super-cool jazz clubs and design-led jewellery stores that locals love – and that’s where this book takes you.

Turn the pages to discover:

- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals.
- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as flea markets and movie theatres.
- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Boston.
- Helpful ‘what3word’ addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights.

Compiled by three proud Bostonians, this stylish travel guide is packed with Boston’s best experiences and hidden spots, handily categorised to suit your mood and needs.

Whether you’re a restless Bostonian on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won’t find in traditional guidebooks, Boston Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.

About Like A Local:

These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they’re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic – just like the locals who call the city home.


Looking for another guide to Boston? Explore further with DK Eyewitness or Top 10 Guides to Boston.

DK Travel (Author)
Instantly recognizable for our bold visual design, DK Travel has been helping people explore the world for over 30 years. From our classic DK Eyewitness guides to the utterly unique Top 10 pocket series, our practical books combine striking photography, cultural insights, and best-in-class maps to make every trip special. And that’s only part of our story. We also publish inspiring coffee-table collections and stories that celebrate the people, places, and passions that fuel your armchair wanderlust. Whether you’re dreaming, planning, or reminiscing, DK Travel brings the world to you, wherever you want to go.