Brighton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A park with blooming pink trees, a paved path, and benches.
A green park with a black bench and a tree with pink blossoms.
A historic house with a turret and steeply pitched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by greenery.
A lake surrounded by residential houses and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Brighton attractions

A sunset over a calm lake with visible contrails in the sky.
Photo by Melody Jeng
Open Photo by Melody Jeng

Chestnut Hill Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chestnut Hill Reservoir during your travels in Boston. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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Activities

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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

NZ$82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

NZ$77
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

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

NZ$119
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston CityPASS: Admission to Top 4 Boston Attractions

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

NZ$141
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

NZ$110
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
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Our pick of the best Brighton Hotel Deals

Charles River Inn

Charles River Inn

2 out of 5
1800 Soldiers Fld Rd Boston MA
The price is NZ$240 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$240
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Harvard Square and Fenway Park are located ...
Charles River Inn
Hotel Boston

Hotel Boston

2 out of 5
40 Mt. Hood Rd Boston MA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$284 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$284
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Boston
Studio Allston Hotel

Studio Allston Hotel

4 out of 5
1234 Soldiers Field Rd Boston MA
The price is NZ$527 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$527
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,329 reviews)
"Would skip this hotel. Our room wasn’t ready when we got in so we were downgraded to a smaller room and when I asked if they were refunding us, they said they’d refund us the amenity fee and “it should even out.” The location and the hotel are overall not great, would recommend staying anywhere ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Studio Allston 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$716 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
NZ$716
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is NZ$606 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$606
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,992 reviews)
"Great location by the water"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$291 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$291
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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
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Our guide on where to stay in Brighton

Find the best Brighton areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime street scene with illuminated trees, a market stall, and historic buildings.

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.

A historic church with a large central tower and multiple spires, surrounded by modern buildings and a public square with people and greenery.

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.

A waterfront with a large white cruise ship docked, a building with a green dome, and a blue banner.

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.

A narrow alley with brick buildings, green ivy, and street lamps.

Beacon Hill

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.

A statue of a man on horseback in a park with trees, a clock tower, and brick buildings in the background.

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 Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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