Back Bay West Travel Guide
Boston
Visit Back Bay West
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Top hotels in Back Bay West
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Hands down my favorite hotel chain. Only disappointment was that the website implies that the kitchen is available 24/7, but it actually meant that snacks were available 24/7. Otherwise, my stay was great! Staff is friendly & helpful, the location is ideal, & the views are beautiful.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Super clean hotel! Great water pressure! Comfy bed! Staff could be friendlier and smile more. Kestra needs help! Get more servers! Reduce rates for small room like 7777
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Great location! Wonderful staff & cleanliness!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
I was very impressed by the revolution hotel. We were able to check in early. The hotel communicates via text message and you always get a quick response. I was able to stay in a queen room with a bathroom in the room as well as a king room with a bathroom down the hall. Personally, I preferred the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Langham, Boston
There were bags of garbage outside our window. Disappointed there was no high tea served while touting high tea in a book for sale at the front desk. No mini bar in the room. Requires room service.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay West
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Prudential - St. Botolph
While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
