Boston is one of the best cities in America for 2025, according to Time Out

"Some cities hibernate during the winter. Boston embraces it."

A view of the Prudential Center and the Boston City skyline on March 20, 2020 in Boston. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images

February 6, 2025

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Boston’s art museums, restaurants, historic spots, and outdoor spaces make it a must-visit city in 2025, according to Time Out.

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Boston was named among the 10 best cities in America in 2025 in Time Out’s annual survey of thousands of readers.

Here’s what Time Out wrote, in part, about Boston:

You’ll find innovative dining and shopping destinations housed in centuries-old brownstones, world-class art museums sharing the scene with NFT-driven galleries and contemporary exhibits, and an urban vibe that doesn’t betray its seaside local, with access to spectacular beaches, parks, whale watching cruises, and the HarborWalk.

As for why folks should visit Boston right now, Time Out wrote, “Some cities hibernate during the winter. Boston embraces it. People don their down coats for outdoor excursions—from ice skating (both indoor and out), sledding down the hills, and dining in cozy outdoor igloos.”

Other cities on the list include Miami, Chicago, and New York City.

This past fall, Boston was named among the 10 best large cities in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler.

Check out Time Out’s list of the 10 best cities in America in 2025.

Kristi Palma

Travel writer

Kristi Palma is the travel writer for Boston.com, focusing on the six New England states. She covers airlines, hotels, and things to do across Boston and New England. She is the author of the award-winning Scenic Six, a weekly travel newsletter.