Watch CBS News

...More Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Boston

Rain can ruin a lot of plans. But there are plenty of ways to turn around a dreary day in Boston, without having to worry about the weather. The city boasts an array of quality places for shopping and dining. But there are plenty of other rainy day activities that shouldn't be overlooked. Here's a guide to some of the best.

Related: Ideas For A Rainy Day In Boston
New MFA Wing
(credit: CBS)

Go to a Museum

Boston is a world-class city when it comes to museums. The Museum of Science, the MFA, the ICA, and Isabella Gardner Museum are some of its most famous. If none of those suit your taste, there are plenty of offbeat options as well.

Movie Theater
(Photo credit LOIC VENANCE/AFP/Getty Images)

Catch a Movie

It could be as simple as a trip to Loews on the Common. Or for an enhanced experience, go 3-D or try one of the area's Drive-ins.

Harvard Coop
(credit: store.thecoop.com)

Read a Book

Curl up inside your closest public library or grab some reading from a local book store.

Lucky Strike Lanes Boston
(credit: Lucky Strike Lanes Boston Facebook Page)

Have a Ball

There are plenty of places to have a ball with indoor sports. Strike back against the lousy weather at some of the area's best bowling lanes. Shoot paintballs, shoot billiards, or shoot the breeze (so to speak) while putting your way through a game of indoor mini golf.

The Klubhouse in Woburn
(credit: theklubhouse.com)

Let the Kids Run Wild

Boston has several playspaces where the little ones can go to have a blast.

Boston Rock Gym Climbing Wall
(credit: bostonrockgym.com)

Scale a Mountain

Bring the outdoor adventure indoor at some of the best indoor rock climbing facilities around Boston.

bellasanta
Bella Sante has routinely won the best spa award given out by Boston Magazine each year. (Credit: bellasante.com)

Just Relax

A getaway to a Spa is a great way to forget about the rain, getting a deep tissue massage or soaking in a 4-foot-deep hot tub with your significant other. Boston has plenty of top-notch spas to choose from.

racing
(Credit: F1 Boston)

Go for a Drive

F1 Boston has two indoor go-kart racing tracks. Drivers must be 18+ with a valid driver's license.

Red Line
File Image (Photo Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons)

Go for a Ride

Low on funds? Hop on the 'T' for some people-watching. As long as you stay inside the fare gates, you could conceivably spend the whole day riding on a single $2 fare.

coco-key
(Credit: Coco Key Resorts)

Get Wet

There are a handful of great indoor water parks in the area, and if it's warm enough, and you're bold enough, there are some great outside options as well.

Duck Boat
(credit: AP)

Brave the Elements

Boston Duck Tours ride rain or shine. When it starts to drizzle, Boston Duck Tours hands out plastic ponchos.

Do you have a favorite rainy day activity that's not on the list? Let us know in the comments section below.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.