Totally agree with wideman. I have to add, once done with the Common and Public Garden, a walk through and over Beacon Hill with a stop in Louisburg Square is a must.

http://www.beaconhilltimes.com/visit...ture2.mv?20012

http://www.urbanphoto.org/boston/beaconhill/

http://www.aviewoncities.com/boston/beaconhill.htm

After you "summit" the hill, head over to Faneuil Hall and have dinner at Durgin Park. http://www.durgin-park.com/1.html You won't regret it!