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Back Bay
Elegant and tidy, the Back Bay is one posh place to spend some leisure time. Up-market, one-off specialty stores on Newbury Street and designer boutiques in Copley Place provide ample options for lavish shoppers. Outdoor green spaces like the Public Garden and Copley Square offer serene spots to sit, and architecture from different eras shows off stunning contrasts.