Government Center Travel Guide

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Massachusetts featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a city

Popular places to visit

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Faneuil Hall Marketplace

4/5(27 reviews)

With a visit to Faneuil Hall Marketplace, a favourite shopping spot in Boston, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace
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Quincy Market

4/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Boston with a trip to Quincy Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

Quincy Market
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Faneuil Hall Visitor Center

Faneuil Hall Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Faneuil Hall Visitor Center
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Boston City Hall Plaza

Learn about the local history of Boston when you spend time at Boston City Hall Plaza. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Boston City Hall Plaza
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New England Holocaust Memorial

You can learn about the history of Boston with a visit to New England Holocaust Memorial. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

New England Holocaust Memorial
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Boston Public Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Boston Public Market during your stay in Boston. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Boston Public Market

Activities

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Boston to Newport, RI including Breakers and Marble House Admission

NZ$225
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston to Newport, RI including Breakers and Marble House Admission
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Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail

NZ$96
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boston: History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail
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VIP Freedom Trail Tour with Old North Church & Revere House

NZ$86
Per adult
VIP Freedom Trail Tour with Old North Church & Revere House
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Ultimate Boston Food Tour: Freedom Trail & North End

NZ$161
Per adult
Ultimate Boston Food Tour: Freedom Trail & North End
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Walk the Historic Freedom Trail

NZ$41
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Walk the Historic Freedom Trail
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Boston Seafood Lovers Food & History Walking Tour

NZ$209
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Seafood Lovers Food & History Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Government Center Hotel Deals

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 NZ$186 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
NZ$186
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,074 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located and easy to access. It is clean and well maintained. Ear plugs are recommended as the highway noise is quite notable. Parking is convenient though a tad expensive. There is a breakfast served for an additional fee or on for individual purchase. There are other breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Harborside Inn Of Boston
4 out of 5
185 State St, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$562 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
NZ$562
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,580 reviews)
"Our first trip to Boston. I had no idea what hotel to choose. Harborside Inn was an excellent choice. The staff was intelligent and polite. The hotel is clean. Super clean. It is located in the heart of the downtown which made it within walking distance to nearly everything we wanted to do. There ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Harborside Inn Of Boston
The Bostonian Boston
The Bostonian Boston
4 out of 5
26 North St, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$624 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$624
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,106 reviews)
"Property is at great location with plenty of places to walk and eat nearby. Staff was super friendly and helpful. The bed was decent but and little firm. My only complaint is for around $500 a night for a room I wouldn’t have expected a room with a portable AC unit in it with cardboard duck taped ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

The Bostonian Boston
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4.5 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$407 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
NZ$407
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,150 reviews)
"The room was very modern, stylish and comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Parker House
Omni Parker House
4 out of 5
60 School St, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$342 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
NZ$342
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,682 reviews)
"The location was amazing and everything was in walking distance. The hotel was old in an amazing way. Very cool details."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Omni Parker House
The Revolution Hotel
The Revolution Hotel
3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$269 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$269
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,515 reviews)
"Best property to stay at in Boston. Absolutely immaculate. You can walk anywhere from hotel."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

The Revolution Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Government Center

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

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(17 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.

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West End

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

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North End

4.5/5(2 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.

North End
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Boston Common or Charles Street 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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Chinatown

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Chinatown
Theatre District which includes night scenes and signage

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.

Bay Village

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