Forget standing behind a tall person on the street-level sidelines at this year’s Boston Marathon — head upstairs at the PRU and take in all the fun from View Boston instead. This year the Back Bay destination is offering a couple of excellent perks on the 52nd floor for Marathon Monday, including 26.2% off all packages, including a starting line simulation, a finish line photo op and marathon merch. Runners can get free souvenir photos if you show up with your race bib at the box office, and everyone can take a peek at the “Who I Run For” wall while sipping a mimosa over brunch from 10:30am to 2:00pm. Snag discounted tickets for the observation deck activities here between Thursday, April 11th and Sunday, April 21st; scoop up reservations for brunch at The Beacon Bistro on the 51st floor here (you’ll need tickets for both locations to get up the elevators, FYI), and get ready for 360° views of the city to top off your ultimate Patriot’s Day.

Scope out an array of things to do and eat on Marathon Monday in Boston.