On me: Edited Pieces coat xxs, Kenneth Cole booties 5.5 (also sold here & here), J.Crew pants 24 petite, Sezane sweater (similar), Songmont bag c/o. Kids outfits linked below
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! We’re looking forward to a week with family and to creating new traditions with the little ones. For anyone visiting Boston this time of year, I wanted to share a few family-friendly activities we’ve enjoyed this winter with the kids!
1. Exploring Seaport
- Snowport Holiday Market – but on weekdays because the super long weekend lines are not worth it.
- Grab a photo by the pretty white trees across from Snowport (where we snapped these pics!)
- For those who eat dairy, Taiyaki fish-shaped ice cream are usually a kid pleaser
- Children’s museum – $1 admission on TJX Sunday afternoons with an online reservation
- Martin’s park is within walking distance with two sections to play in
- Our usual kid & allergy friendly spots to eat: Bar Taco has a good kids menu, Kokoda has poke bowls and sushi hand rolls for the kids and a fully dairy-free, nut-free menu.
- Trillium Brewery – a favorite spot for craft beer enthusiasts and $1 oysters (VERY hard to find these days in town) 2-4pm on weekdays.
Abercrombie Topcoat xxs petite (thick & warm!), Uniqlo thermals, J.Crew earmuffs (similar here), Prada Cahier bag. On Nori: Boden Coat (older color; such a good coat!), earmuffs
On Nori: H&M sweater + skirt set (sold out, new colors come out occasionally), Geox sneakers.
On Rio: Gap sweater (similar), Levi’s joggers, See Kai Run sneakers
On Rio: Gap sweater (similar), Levi’s joggers, See Kai Run sneakers
Other popular ice skating areas: The Landmark Center by the Time Out food market, and the Quincy Outdoor Ice Skating Rink which is free (FYI: select time blocks are for Quincy residents only).
2. Exploring around the Boston Public Garden
- Skating at Boston Common Frog Pond. Such an iconic Boston winter activity that I haven’t done since my college days! I love it as a winter date activity and our kids got off to a shaky start but enjoyed it as well. On weekends get there early if you need to rent a skating aid (Bobby the Seal), because there can be a wait. P.S. there’s restrooms inside!
- Kids can play at the Tadpole Playground a few steps away after skating.
- The charming Beacon Hill Bookstore is a 5-10 minute walk away with a cute kids section.
- There are lots of places within walking distance to eat, but we went to Shabu Zen in Chinatown to warm up and grabbed some buns and egg tarts (for Nick & I) at Top Bread Bakery. We love hot pot in general but especially with the kids for food allergy purposes, since the ingredients are pretty transparent!
Adidas Sambas 4 mens = 5/5.5 womens, Reformation sweater xs (similar), old J. Crew slip skirt (similar – I have xxs), Songmont bag c/o
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Such a lovely and beautiful family. Wish you a Happy New Year
Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you as well
I could have used this just a couple of weeks ago while I was in the area – everything looks so fun! Next year!
All these things sound like so much fun! You have such a beautiful family, I hope you all had a lovely Christmas!
Thank you so much Anne! Likewise, and Happy New Year!
Jean. We may not agree on your professional blog front. However, Your family picture on this blog post is picture-perfect, may your love and family bonding stay the same, and grow in strength and stability in years to come.
Best Wishes – Anjiline
Hi Anjiline, good to hear from you again. I appreciate the kind message and wishing you a very happy new year.
I’ve never been to Boston, but this post makes me want to take a winter trip! Merry Christmas!
Hi Beth, I hope you get the chance to make the trip! So many fun activities. Happy New Year!
The kids are growing up so quickly. Nora looks so much like you. Happy holidays!
I can’t believe how fast they’re growing – time truly flies! I hope you had a wonderful holiday 🙂