Off Limits: Dirty Secrets of Boston

Dirty Secrets of Boston

Don explores Boston to uncover how this city has solved big problems with bold ideas -- from the first subway in the US to a waste treatment plant that helped clean up the infamous mess in it's harbor.

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Fort Strong's Island Defense

Don explores Fort Strong and explains its role in protecting ...

03:11

From Town to Reservoir

Don learns more about Boston's reservoir and the people who ...

02:19

Take Me Out to the Citgo

Don explores Fenway Park and its famous Citgo sign.

01:39

Flowing Into Boston

Don discovers what it takes to provide Boston with fresh water.

02:05

Ride America's First Subway

Uncover the History of Boston's Subway System

02:56

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Union Oyster House

The Union Oyster House is the oldest restaurant in Boston and the oldest restaurant in continuous service in the U.S. ' the doors have always been open to diners since 1826.

41 Union Street Boston, MA

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Mike's Pastry

Mike's Pastry is a well-known pastry shop in the North End of Boston. Don and the crew stop quench their sweet tooth in between shoots by grabbing a cannoli.

300 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113

Restaurant

Cheers Beacon Hill

Founded in 1969 as the Bull & Finch Pub, the bar is known internationally as the exterior of the bar seen in the television sitcom Cheers. Don and the crew grab a brew at this bar where everyone knows your name.

84 Beacon Street Boston, Massachusetts 02108

Activity

The Old Statehouse

This building was the center of Boston 's civic life in the 18th century and the scene of some of the most dramatic chapters in the lead-up to the American Revolution. Don climbs up to the top of the building to a get a unique look of the city.

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The Citgo Sign

The iconic CITGO sign has been a part of the Boston skyline since 1940. Don gets a close-up look at the iconic sign from the rooftop.

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Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Faneuil Hall Marketplace is actually four great places in one location ' Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, North Market and South Market, all set around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians and musicians entertain the passers-by.

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Fenway Park

Since it opened in 1912, Fenway Park has served the home ballpark for the Boston Red Sox team and is the oldest major league baseball stadium currently in use. Don and the crew get a chance to take in a home game at this iconic stadium.

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