Back Bay East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Back Bay East attractions

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Copley Square

9.4/10 (7,327 reviews)
Historic buildings, great shopping and bags of local colour – what’s not to love about Copley Square?
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Activities

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

NZ$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

NZ$137
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

NZ$80
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$80
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Boston CityPASS: Admission to Top 4 Boston Attractions

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

NZ$145
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

NZ$121
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
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Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals

Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$620 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$620
per night
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,318 reviews)
"Was great and clean and very nice"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave Boston MA
The price is NZ$719 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$719
per night
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,325 reviews)
"Perfect stay. Beautiful hotel. Beautiful location! Good food!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is NZ$425 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$425
per night
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,853 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Good service. Nice stay"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$265 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$265
per night
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
The Revolution Hotel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$472 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$472
per night
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Stay at this luxury 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. Popular ...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Dagny Boston

The Dagny Boston

4 out of 5
89 Broad Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$505 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$505
per night
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (7,499 reviews)
"Best part is the gym. Very spacious and practically could be its own standalone gym. Expedia VIP food / beverage credit cannot be used on the same day as checkin which was a minor inconvenience."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

The Dagny Boston
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Our guide on where to stay in Back Bay East

Find the best Back Bay East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Boston

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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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.

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Seaport District

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.

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Beacon Hill

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street 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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North End

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.

Back Bay East Travel Guide

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