Porter Square Travel Guide
Boston
Visit Porter Square
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.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
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 Porter Square
Seaport Hotel Boston
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Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
I booked this hotel for the Boston Marathon and they had a nice simple breakfast at 5 AM for all of us. Although it was obviously overpriced for the weekend, they allowed me to come back to hotel (I already checked out) after the marathon to take a shower in one of their clean public bathrooms. Very ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Great hotel. Location was perfect walking distance to Copley square, Boston commons, public gardens, Boston tea party, freedom trail, Quincy market etc. Staff were helpful; room comfortable, clean and spacious. Would definitely stay there again. Also literally 1 min to the Citizens Opera House and ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Smallest room I’ve ever seen, the bathroom is less than private.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
I would definitely stay here again. It’s a cool historic building with real exposed brick, and in a great location. It’s right by the aquarium and hop-on city tours. It’s a 10-minute walk to the North End and Paul Revere’s house. It’s even closer to landmarks like Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Omni Parker House
Very nice. Great location. Only gripe is a very small bathroom
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Porter Square
Allston
Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.
West Fens
If you're spending some time in West Fens, Fenway Park and MGM Music Hall at Fenway are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.
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.
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.
