5 things to do in Boston...student version

To my fellow Bostonian scholars:

This is in response to another “5 things to do in Boston” post I found. I decided I should make my own, from a student’s point of view and budget! Also, most of these places are located close to where the majority of students live in this town of scholars.

1. Do not miss T. Anthony's pizza at the end of a night on the town. Walk into "T's" at 2:00 a.m. to find the jukebox is blasting and the place is packed with students enjoying that end-of-a-great-night pizza, dancing, and meeting people from all different schools in Boston. 1016 Commonwealth Ave.

2. Although it’s a shame to not be able to attend a Red Sox game at Fenway, if it’s too expensive for your student budget, go to the bars and restaurants around the stadium to watch the games on the big screens. There’s just as much hype outside the park as in the park but it wont cost you $30 to be there!

3. Hungry students are grumpy students, especially in the morning. To start your day with an amazing homey breakfast (that keeps your wallet happy), go to the Busy Bee in Brookline. A Greek family-owned diner with all the favorites: huge plates of pancakes, bacon, eggs, breakfast sandwiches, waffles and, of course, coffee. The owners may yell at each other from across the small diner, but it is all part of the atmosphere…and they do make the best blueberry pancakes. 1046 Beacon St.

4. Musica? Go to the Paradise Rock Club and Lounge to find all kinds of live music from your favorite “not-so-famous-yet bands”. Enjoy a drink (a coke for those of you still counting down the days to the big day), and hear the music you like. From reggae to metal for around $15. 967-969 Commonwealth Avenue. And if even that’s too steep, check out the many free music festivals that go on in Boston, like the Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival in late September.

5. And for the ultimate inexpensive activity, the Boston Commons. Yes, Boston does have some of the most ruthless winters a person may see, but there are about 6 months out of the year during which lying on the grass and listening to music is a perfect pass-time. And even in the winter there’s plenty to do on the Commons. Don’t miss the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, or ice-skating on the ponds. Even if you’re too thrifty for skates, pushing each other around with tennis shoes can be just as fun and stress relieving. Oh! And don’t miss the duckling statues in the Public gardens…they’re just cute.

Other cheap things that are not in the top 5...(the two food places win because...well, people gotta eat!)
*I would have added the Freedom Trail walk here, but since it’s already an obvious attraction, I skipped it. But, keep in mind it's a great activity and will cost you nothing but energy!
**The Museum of Fine Arts is really a beautiful museum where you will find some of the worlds most famous masterpieces. Every Wed, 4 - 9:45 pm general admissions are free!