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Boston in April
The Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day and Red Sox opening week. Marathon weekend fills hotels.
The straight answer
April is a good month to visit Boston. The Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day and Red Sox opening week. Marathon weekend fills hotels.
- Weather
- Cool, highs near 57F (14C)
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What April is like in Boston
April is when Boston comes back to life. Highs reach about 57F (14C), trees start to leaf out, and people crowd onto the Common on the first warm days. It can still be cool, damp, and windy. Crowds and prices climb, especially on Marathon weekend, when hotels book out and roads close. The Red Sox season also opens at Fenway.
This month suits runners and their fans, baseball lovers, and history buffs, since Patriots' Day marks the start of the Revolution. It is less ideal for travelers on a budget during Marathon weekend. For warmer weather, wait until June.
Make the most of April
What is especially good about Boston this month.
The Boston Marathon
The world's oldest annual marathon runs on Patriots' Day, the third Monday in April. Cheering along the route is a great local experience.
Opening weeks at Fenway
The Red Sox season starts in April, and an early game at the oldest ballpark in the majors is a treat. Bring a warm layer.
Swan Boats return
The Swan Boats start their season in the Public Garden in spring, a gentle ride kids love.
What to pack for April
- A warm jacket for cold nights and ballgames
- A rain shell and an umbrella
- Comfortable walking shoes for the Freedom Trail
- Layers for days that swing from cool to mild
Our timing tip
If you are not coming for the race, avoid Marathon weekend, when hotel rates soar and streets close, and book the week after instead.
Book Boston for April.
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- Hotels for April
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in BostonOpens a hotel search for Boston in April, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in BostonWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in BostonTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Boston for April. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in April
Boston Marathon
Patriots' Day, the third Monday in April
The world's oldest annual marathon. Hotels book out and roads close.
Things to do in Boston
The Freedom Trail
Start early at Boston Common and follow the red line. Ranger and costumed guide tours run in season.
Fenway Park
A Red Sox game from April through September, or a ballpark tour year-round.
Museum of Fine Arts
One of the largest art museums in the US. Plan a half day.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
A Venetian palace courtyard filled with art, and the site of a famous unsolved art heist.
Boston National Historical Park
Faneuil Hall, the Old North Church area, Bunker Hill, and the Charlestown Navy Yard.
USS Constitution Museum
Old Ironsides and the museum in Charlestown. Great for kids.
Beat the crowds
- Check college graduation and move-in dates before booking. Those weekends can double hotel rates.
- Walk the Freedom Trail before 10am in summer and fall.
- Stay in Cambridge or Brookline near the T for lower rates than the Back Bay.
- For foliage, go midweek. Weekend traffic to New Hampshire and Vermont is heavy in October.
Know before you go
- Boston Harbor Islands ferries run seasonally, roughly May through October.
- Nor'easters can cancel flights and slow the T for a day or two in winter.
- Patriots' Day closes streets along the Marathon route and some businesses keep holiday hours.
Boston in April, quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Boston?
April is a good month to visit Boston. The Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day and Red Sox opening week. Marathon weekend fills hotels.
What is the weather like in Boston in April?
Cool, highs near 57F (14C).
Is Boston crowded in April?
Boston is busy in April, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
What is happening in Boston in April?
Boston Marathon (patriots' day, the third monday in april).
Keep planning Boston.
The months either side, and the best one if this is not it.
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