{"id":5452,"date":"2022-09-16T09:28:21","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T13:28:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bu.edu\/comblog\/?p=5452"},"modified":"2022-09-27T09:29:32","modified_gmt":"2022-09-27T13:29:32","slug":"alice-z-9-must-dos-and-must-visit-places-on-long-weekends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bu.edu\/comblog\/2022\/09\/16\/alice-z-9-must-dos-and-must-visit-places-on-long-weekends\/","title":{"rendered":"Alice Z: 9 Must DOs and Must Visit Places on long weekends"},"content":{"rendered":"

9 Must DOs and Must Visit Places on long weekends<\/strong><\/p>\n

9: Viewing the BU campus on the 18th floor of the student village<\/strong>
\nHave you ever recognized the study lounge on the top floor in the student village at BU west campus?
\nOverlook the magnificent scene of the BU campus and Charles River, you can see people riding boats on
\nthe river and cars crossing the streets.<\/p>\n

8: Counting Stars at BU Observatory<\/strong>
\nWhat? Does BU have its observatory? Register at the BU Observatory website during opening event
\ndates, you can explore the secrets of the universe here. Finding the shiniest star from the telescope, you
\nmake a wish under the star.<\/p>\n

7: Feel the power of arts at Isabella Steward Gardner Museum<\/strong>
\nAt Isabella Steward Gardner Museum, you will feel the voice of time viewing through Rembrandt\u2019s self-
\nportrait he painted at his early age. The sunlight goes through the glass ceiling, shining on the growing
\ngreen plants in the museum. This museum is not only a place full of classical interior arts but also a
\nbeautiful scene you don\u2019t want to miss in Boston.<\/p>\n

6: Feeding the sika deers at Southwick\u2019s Zoo<\/strong>
\nDriving one hour from downtown Boston, you will go into the wonderland of sika deers. Sitting on the
\ncable car, you get to overview all the animals in the zoo. Feeding the sika deers with the special fodder
\nprovided by the zoo, you even get the chance to see them super close!<\/p>\n

5: Having Italian Cuisine at North End<\/strong>
\nTaking a 10-minute bus, you can explore the so-called \u201cLittle Italian\u201d at North End. Walking through the
\nstreets, you can see Italian restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. Sitting down at St Mary\u2019s Church, enjoying
\nthe foreign vibe, as if you are on a vacation in Europe.<\/p>\n

4: Taking a walk at Seaport<\/strong>
\nOne of the most beautiful and vibrant destinations, Seaport is one of the signs of Boston. Along Boston\u2019s
\nshoreline and blue sky, the seaport connects the Harborwalk and the city\u2019s neighborhoods. Take a walk at
\nSeaport, with the amazing scenery, you will never find a better place for relaxation.<\/p>\n

3: Having a picnic at Boston Common<\/strong><\/p>\n

The weather is always comfortable and warm at the beginning of the fall semester. It\u2019s such a nice time
\nfor a picnic! Grabbing snacks, chocolates, and bubble tea, you can enjoy a lazy afternoon with only food,
\nfriends, music, and green grass.<\/p>\n

2: Waking up in a log cabin at Getaway House<\/strong>
\nWaking up in a wooden cabin in the forest is the most romantic moment I can imagine for a brilliant long
\nweekend or short holiday plan! Making a cup of fresh coffee, grilling for a barbecue, and taking a walk in
\nthe forest, there is a unique experience you can only have in a getaway house.<\/p>\n

1: Watching the sunrise at Revere Beach<\/strong>
\nWhat is the good thing about staying up late for a deadline? You can straightly drive to revere beach for a
\nmorning sunset! Waiting for the sunset to rise above the sea wave and white clouds, you can never receive
\nsuch a memory in your college life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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