Boston, MA

Travel Guide

Quincy Market showing a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture
Longfellow Bridge which includes a city, a bridge and a river or creek
Seaport District featuring heritage elements, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Boston Public Garden showing a bridge, boating and a river or creek
Longfellow Bridge which includes boating, a river or creek and a city

Boston Travel Guide Video

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-kilometer) 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 night scenes and a city as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(2,415 area reviews)

Densely packed with highrise buildings, this area boasts landmarks like Custom House Tower and is close to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Find headquarters of major banks, hotels, and investment firms here.

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

Back Bay

4.5/5(3,595 area reviews)

Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.

Back Bay
Seaport District which includes a city, a river or creek and a high rise building

Seaport District

4.5/5(1,075 area reviews)

Experience a transformed industrial area with office towers, innovation labs, and 78 restaurants. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art and easily access Downtown Boston via the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.

Seaport District
Beacon Hill which includes landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(43 area reviews)

Historic Federal-style rowhouses, gaslit streets, and brick sidewalks create a charming atmosphere. Explore the Boston African American National Historic Site, shop on Charles Street, and easily access MBTA stations.

Beacon Hill
Kenmore Square showing street scenes

Fenway–Kenmore

4.5/5(826 area reviews)

Home to Fenway Park and the Museum of Fine Arts, this vibrant area boasts numerous educational institutions, cultural attractions, and independent shops. Easily accessible via MBTA subway and bus lines, explore Kenmore Square and admire the iconic Citgo sign.

Fenway–Kenmore
Boston Harbor which includes performance art, music and a bay or harbor

North End

4.5/5(330 area reviews)

Indulge in Italian cuisine at numerous restaurants and bakeries, explore historic sites like Old North Church and Paul Revere House, and enjoy performances at NEMPAC and Improv Asylum Theater. Easily accessible via MBTA lines, buses, and ferries.

North End
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
3.5 out of 5
320 Washington Street, Newton, MA
The price is ₩250,258 per night from May 26 to May 27
₩250,258
₩279,539 total
May 26 - May 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,832 reviews)
"It was good for a short vacation. There's an amazing pizza place across the street from the hotel."

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
The Revolution Hotel
The Revolution Hotel
3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
The price is ₩306,182 per night from May 25 to May 26
₩306,182
₩356,548 total
May 25 - May 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,022 reviews)
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Revolution Hotel. The room was spotlessly clean, and the overall design of the property was stylish, modern, and inviting. Staff members were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making me feel welcomed throughout my visit. The facilities were well-maintained ..."

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

The Revolution Hotel
YOTEL Boston
YOTEL Boston
4 out of 5
65 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA
The price is ₩212,510 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
₩212,510
₩304,468 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,020 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

YOTEL Boston
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.
Sonder 907 Main
Sonder 907 Main
4 out of 5
907 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cambridge. Enjoy concierge services, cable TV channels, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (474 reviews)
"Great location, clean, neat, quiet. The online check-in process was confusing, but I just skipped it and checked in in person. It was perfect for what I needed for a stay in Cambridge."

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

Sonder 907 Main
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
4 out of 5
8 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (543 reviews)
"Great place to stay, central and very secure"

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Temple Place Suites
Temple Place Suites
2.5 out of 5
29 Temple Place, Boston, MA
Stay at this apartment in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Boston Common and Faneuil Hall Marketplace ...
6.8/10 (199 reviews)
"Communication is excellent"

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Temple Place Suites
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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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I visited Boston during the COVID19 lockdown and needed to go to Providence, RI. The Embassy Suite was a convenient location to hit the freeway. Boston is a wonderful city and I encourage folks to visit at least once during their lifetime.

5/5 - Excellent

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The airport crew were very kind

5/5 - Excellent

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Boston is a beautiful city. I love it!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Close to Back Bay, Copley Sq.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Due to the outbreak there were many closings and few people about. That was good to walk around to see the city but could not experience the nightlife. There did appear to be a significant amount of homeless in the area until the quarantine began.

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