Visit SoWa Art and Design District
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.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 SoWa Art and Design District
AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Downtown
Clean room , staff were very welcoming. I recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
Accessible and very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Very quirky hotel, clean and excellent facilities. The shared bathroom wasn’t an issue as you get a full bathroom to yourself as well as a gown, slippers and towels! The coffee in reception was amazing and the banana cake to die for! Staff were very friendly and we felt very safe walking around the ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Great hotel. Location is perfect! Staff were a little odd, very young, they didn’t have the best hospitality.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Dagny Boston
Great staff, friendly, helpful. Nice cafe, beautiful, comfortable room. Clean rooms, lobby, elevators.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The hotel was beautiful. My only issue was the electricity went out in my room twice and I had to pack up my things in the dark to move to a new room. But the hotel gave me a better room after with no issues.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around SoWa Art and Design District
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.
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.
Theatre District
If you're spending time in Theatre District, you might enjoy attractions like Colonial Theatre and Boston Opera House. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Boylston Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.
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.
SoWa Art and Design District Travel Guide
- Boston Medical Center
- Cathedral of the Holy Cross
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Northeastern University
- Boston University
- Harvard Square
- Encore Boston Harbor
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Boston College
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Hynes Convention Center
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
