Best Spots For VIP Views Of Boston's 2025 Independence Day Fireworks

Forbes

11 hours ago

As the rest of the country gears up for celebrating USA 250 next year, we in New England have been marking that milestone for a few years now. Starting two years ago with the anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, we have also hosted reinactments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and this weekend in my hometown of Newburyport, we are hosting a Road to the Revolution parade this weekend. So you know Independence Day celebrations have also taken on an additional sparkle this year in the roll up to official independence.
Celebrate our nation's independence in the place where it all began. getty
So of course it's not just a day – it's practically a week of festivities. Boston Harborfest kicks off on July 2 with activities and fireworks. And this part of the party is capped on July 4 with the traditional Boston Pops concert on the Esplanade. Here are a few choice locations for catching fireworks over the Independence holiday.
Enjoy a seafood platter paired with Don Julio 1942 at Yotel on July 2. Yotel
This Seaport District spot offer sweeping rooftop views of Boston's downtown and waterfront, making it the perfect spot to watch the Harborfest fireworks while feasting on the Deck 12 SmashBurger, Fish & Chips, or New England Lobster Roll; and the Ultimate Seafood Tower — an impressive spread of local oysters, chilled crab, jumbo shrimp, and tuna poke paired with a 260mL pour of Don Julio 1942, perfect for parties of three or more. Want to be in the thick of things? It's about a 15-minute walk to Christopher Columbus Park where you can hear a rousing concert by the U.S. Navy Band Northeast before the fireworks, or a few short blocks to Fan Pier Park for one of the best harbor views around.
On July 2, the Harborfest fireworks will be launched from a barge at Boston's Long Wharf, just a couple block north of this property, which is directly on Boston Harbor. Book a water view room for the night, make a reservation on the Harborwalk Terrace or on the Sea Grille patio to catch the fireworks while listening to Soul Monstahs performing on a barge during the property's Summer in the City series.
With one of the biggest waterfront patios in the city, Kristin Canty's farm-to-table spot offers a front row seat to the Harborfest fireworks show. Reservations are suggested, but not required for July 2. Esplanade, July 4th
See the boats on the Charles and the Esplanade fireworks from the Liberty Hotel. The Liberty Hotel Stay and Play: Liberty Hotel
Skip the hours-long traffic jams and book a room for the night at this hotel on the edge of the Charles River. Dive into the fray – it's just steps from The Esplanade's Hatch Memorial Shell across the footbridge— or stake out any number of spaces on property – you can see the sky display from the hotel's outdoor courtyard, The Yard, restaurant Alibi's patio, or the fourth-floor balcony catwalk, as well as the posh Charles River Suites. For a truly VIP experience, purchase a ticket to the property's July 4th 'Sail-abration.' Exclusively for hotel guests, the $394.20 ticket per person includes unobstructed waterfront views of the Boston Pops fireworks, Ben & Jerry's ice cream, unlimited Polar Beverages (water & seltzer), a live DJ, face painting, and a photobooth. To book that, contact the concierge team at [e-mail] Stars, Stripes and Skylines: The Revere Hotel
From 6 to 9 p.m., this hotel's rooftop will host a high-energy celebration for its Stars, Stripes & Skylines party. Skyline views will offer a variety of vantage points for seeing sparks fly, a live DJ will be spinning patriotic and summer hits and there will be photo ops with Uncle Sam, along with rooftop TVs streaming the show from the Esplanade. Guests will also enjoy BBQ bites, pop-up spirit tastings, and beat-the-heat party favors.— Tickets are $39.19 per person and can be purchased HERE. Or spend the night – the Stars, Stripes & City Lights room package, available for stays from July 3 through July 6, with a minimum two-night stay, guests will receive 15% off the Best Available Rate, a waived guest amenity fee, two tickets to the hotel's signature rooftop party, and a festive welcome amenity with summer essentials. For more information or to book, please visit HERE.
Enjoy cocktails and possibly dozens of fireworks displays at View Boston. View Boston Bird's Eye Spectacle: View Boston
From this restaurant and observation deck at the top of the Prudential building, you will not only see the fireworks over the Esplanade, you'll also see dozens of displays sprawling out in all directions. On a clear night, you can see for 33 miles, which means you might glimpse displays from Beverly to Bellingham. General Admission is $49.99, and includes access to the observation deck.