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The City of Boston hosts over 12 million annual visitors from across the country and around the globe. This vibrant, thriving city is renowned for its cultural facilities, world-class educational institutions, champion sports franchises, as well as its place at the very forefront of American history. Tourism is one of New England's largest industries; as the region's social and commercial "hub", Boston is willing to accommodate and entertain you as few other cities can.

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    Mayor Menino Announces 8th Annual Holiday Special

    Mayor Menino invites you to enjoy the 8th Annual Mayor's Holiday Special featuring thousands of 1/2-price tickets, a $10-off holiday dining deal, and a full calendar of the region's holiday festivities. Created in partnership with ArtsBoston and the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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  • Winter Brochure 2011/12

    Winter Activities Brochure 2011-12

    An activity guide to tree lightings, performances and events held throughout the city from November to February.

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  • One Franklin Street
    Mayor Menino introduced the plans for Millennium Partners proposed tower on the site of the former Filene's department store downtown.Watch Video »
  • Mayors' Super Bowl PSA 2012
    Mayors Against Illegal Guns Coalition Co-Chairs, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, star in a Super Bowl ad promoting common sense reforms to keep guns out of the hands of criminals. For more information, please visit: www.mayorsagainstillegalguns.orgWatch Video »