# Father and Son Getaway Ideas In Boston Massachusetts *By James Hills, mantripping.com — Updated January 2020* Boston is a city that has it all - world-class education systems, fantastic sports team, a ridiculously rich history, and lots of beer! Whether you're a guy looking for top-notch clam chowder, itching to take in a game at the country's oldest and most beloved ballpark, or wanting to experience some of the country's most epic historical landmarks, Bostin is a city for every kind of guy. It also happens to be an excellent city for a father and son bonding trip. There is plenty to do in Beantown that is kid-friendly that any man would also thoroughly enjoy. ## New England Aquarium The [New England Aquarium](https://www.neaq.org/) is home to over 1,000 animals, including various types of sharks, sea lions, penguins, anacondas, and sea turtles. The aquarium has awesome hands-on exhibits as well, such as petting sting-rays and a meet and greet with harbor seals. This aquarium has it all - a massive four-story coral reef exhibit, tons of amazing animals, an IMAX theater, and even offers whale watching trips from the Central Wharf! Of course, if you wanted to go further, there are also [whale watching expeditions](https://www.neaq.org/exhibits/whale-watch/) led by the New England Aquarium. ## Celebrate Boston Sports - Red Sox, Bruins, and Celtics! Regardless of what time of year or what you're favorite sport is, there are tons of ways to celebrate Boston sports. From stadium [tours of Fenway Park](https://www.mlb.com/redsox/ballpark/tours) and the [Boston Garden](https://sportsmuseum.org/visiting-the-museum/) to actually attending a game, sports should be a key part of your [father and son trip](https://www.mantripping.com/father-and-son-trips.html) to Boston. ## Harvard Museum of Natural History Very few [natural history museums](https://hmnh.harvard.edu/) can top the one located at Harvard. This museum is chock full of fascinating exhibits ranging from the exotic to the familiar that will blow your mind. Some of the most popular exhibits include Earth and Planetary Sciences, the Great Mammal Hall, Romer Hall of Vertebrate Paleontology (which includes giant dinosaur skeletons), Glass Flowers, and New England Forests. 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