Skip the crowded city center and walk the Esplanade between the Hatch Shell and Longfellow Bridge for the best skyline angles. Rent a sailboat at Community Boating to get on the water, but stick to the Cambridge side for better architecture shots. If you need a break from walking, the MIT Campus Guided Walking Tour adds decent context for $22. Spend two hours here, but definitely avoid the weekend chaos if you want any personal space.
