BEAUTIFUL BOSTON

New England's biggest city puts on an unrivalled autumnal show

From its storied cobbled laneways that date back to the 1600s to its food and baseball-obsessed F residents, there's a reason Boston is one of the United States' most incredible cities.

And there's no better time to visit than autumn - or "the fall", as the Americans say.

Leaf-peeping in Massachusetts as the foliage transforms from luscious green to russet red and every colour in between has become a rite of passage in recent years, where travellers come from around the world to experience the city's best season in the great outdoors.

Late September is an ideal time to visit, with the humid northeast weather making way for balmy days and cool nights - which residents make the most of by getting outdoors before settling in for a long winter ahead. Start planning now!

WHAT TO DO 

Arriving is a breeze given Boston Logan International Airport is close to the centre of town, so you'll be ready to see the sights soon after touching down.

Orient yourself - and pedal off some of that jet lag - with a cycle tour through the city's heart with Urban AdvenTours, which will give you a close-up view of the gorgeous Back Bay and South End neighborhoods, along with your first glimpse of autumnal leaves at the Boston Common.

Continue the quad-burn on board CycleBoat Boston, where pedalling is optional and you can BYO a tipple as the captain chugs through the glittering harbour, pointing out historic ships and notable buildings.