Boston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Boston
Boston
Boston
Boston
Boston
One of the nation’s most historically interesting cities has numerous museums, exciting sports, great seafood and plenty of free activities. 

Boston, a thriving modern city, has nearly 400 years of history. Walk along the 2.5-mile (4-kilometre) red brick Freedom Trail to see 16 important historic sites.

Boston Common, a park established in 1634, is a good place to start touring. Ride a swan boat in the adjacent Boston Public Garden and look for famous statues of a mother duck and eight ducklings.

Head north for shopping and fresh seafood at Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The hall, topped with an iconic grasshopper weathervane, held early town meetings where dissent against the British led to revolution. See the Paul Revere House, home of the patriot who famously rode to Lexington in 1775, warning that the British were coming.

Near the north end of the trail is the Bunker Hill Monument, commemorating the first American Revolution battle. Just east near the Charlestown Navy Yard, climb aboard the USS Constitution, or Old Ironsides, which survived a famous War of 1812 battle.

Boston’s cultural sites are historic as well. In the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, opened in 1876, examine works from ancient Egypt to contemporary eras. Once a vaudeville house, the Boston Opera House now hosts operas, ballets, touring musicals and lectures.

Harvard University in Cambridge just west of Boston is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Wander through Harvard Yard, visit several museums and watch rowers train on the Charles River.

Join the crowd at Fenway Park and see baseball home runs foiled by the massive Green Monster wall along left field. For over 100 years, loyal Red Sox fans have cheered on their team, win or lose.

In the midst of Boston’s historic environment are modern sites. Blue skies reflect in the glass plates of the John Hancock Tower near Copley Square. Gaze over the city from the observation deck of the Prudential Building. See the Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge beautifully illuminated at night and ride an amphibious duck boat to see the city by land and water.

Where to stay in Boston

Downtown Boston which includes a city and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Boston
Back Bay featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(192 area reviews)

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
Seaport District showing a city, a high-rise building and a river or creek

Seaport District

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.

Seaport District
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

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North End

5/5(11 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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Roxbury

Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.

Roxbury
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is ₹16,556 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹16,556
₹22,809 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,572 reviews)
"Nice stay and atmosphere in the lobby"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Hilton Boston Back Bay
Hilton Boston Back Bay
4 out of 5
40 Dalton St, Boston, MA
The price is ₹18,327 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
₹18,327
₹23,940 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,118 reviews)
"Pleasant and attentive employees from the front desk to the restaurant, bar and cleaning staff. They were able to retrieve my phone charger (as I had left it in the room) 4 hours after check out. Kindly held our bags prior to departure. Great location and view from our room. I would definitely recommend ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Hilton Boston Back Bay
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
4 out of 5
47 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA
The price is ₹11,434 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
₹11,434
₹13,315 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,716 reviews)
"Lovely staff"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Temple Place Suites
Temple Place Suites
2.5 out of 5
29 Temple Place, Boston, MA
Stay at this apartment in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Boston Common and New England Aquarium are ...
6.8/10 (229 reviews)
"Near Boston Commons was very nice"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025

Temple Place Suites
Premier Suites - Bay Village
Premier Suites - Bay Village
2 out of 5
1-3-5 Cortes Street, Boston, MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Copley Square and Boston Common are located nearby.
6/10 (167 reviews)
"You get what you pay for."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Premier Suites - Bay Village
Crescent Suites Hotel
Crescent Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street, Waltham, MA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Waltham. Enjoy a fitness centre, a business centre and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,025 reviews)
"It was very nice, the riverwalk in the back was a good way for us to stretch our legs."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Crescent Suites Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Boston

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Would definitely recommend Boston but not in the middle of a global pandemic!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Boston Tea Party. Freedom Trail. Prudential Building.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Best city in the USA for repeat visits

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic city. Good for just about anything. Good bars, eateries, history, shopping, walking.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Boston has plenty for everyone, particularly history buffs. A great city for walking, but also has excellent tube links, should you wish to go further afield. Plenty of art galleries and museums, but shopping can be expensive, as can eating out.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I would recommend a weekly T pass if you are there for a week. The hotel is easily accessible via the T if you have limited luggage. The T is a great way to get around without having to pay costly fees to cabs.

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