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If you're after a winter wonderland, few places in the U.S. can match Boston's charm and beauty during the Christmas season. The icy scenery and Victorian designs have a way to blend together to construct a wintertime environment that seems like a Charles Dickens book has plucked it straight away. Looking for interesting stuff to do in December in Boston? December days are short and sometimes chilly-but bright decorations glow throughout the area, winter activities switch into high gear, and tourists fill the streets and shops in Boston holiday. Christmas and Hanukkah scenes control this month's social schedule of Boston theatre and holiday festivals, and almost every day our sports teams play. So what you waiting for Make your Schedule & Book Cheap Flights to Boston Online Now Interesting Things to do in Boston Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park: - One of the city's best photo opportunities, this iconic park on the Boston waterfront is illuminated every year from the end of November by 50,000 blue lights. If the cold weather tries to hit you, make sure you stop at one of the many bars or restaurants on the waterfront. Quincy Market: - During the holiday season, Quincy Market is one of the city's most popular tourist destinations. Go for the tree lighting, architectural walks, and a holiday-themed sound and light display in the afternoon. Stone Zoo: - The Stone Zoo is located in the Stoneham suburb, about a 20-minute drive from Boston, and has winter exhibits featuring snow leopards, wolves, cougars, jaguars, black bears, and more. At 4:00 pm, the zoo closes, so try to get an early start. City Hall Plaza: - Available on Friday and Saturday (9:00 pm on weekdays) until 11:00 pm, this custom-designed skate path is great for friends, families or anyone who wants to keep their ice skating abilities from rusty. Check out the local food, drinks, and retail holiday market. Boston Common: - A major Boston downtown park is a fantastic spot for families, mates, and anyone looking for some great clean vacation fun. This is one of the most romantic spots in town to take a walk and drink hot cocoa after the snowfall. Boston Pops: - The legendary Boston Pops Orchestra becomes the Holiday Pops during the holiday season for a performance complete with the standard Santa Claus Christmas classics and visit. Back Bay: - Feel jealous of the most enviable area in Boston, only after the snowfall does Back Bay becomes more picturesque. Begin at the Boston Common for a beautiful walk through the city and travel to Back Bay and nearby Beacon Hill. Boston Opera House: - Every year in one of the best venues in the Northeast, the Boston Ballet performs this all-age favorite, definitive Christmas performance. There's a performance almost each night in the weeks before and after Christmas, and getting seats shouldn't be a problem if your scheduling is convenient. The environment in December varies from balmy to cold, which can be unpredictable. The safest idea is to carry a nice jacket, hat, gloves, plus layer one or two sweaters and boots are good ideas for whenever you are out in Boston.