Downtown Crossing Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Crossing
Popular places to visit
Granary Burying Ground
Find out about the history of Boston when you take a trip to Granary Burying Ground. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Old South Meeting House
You can study the exhibits at Old South Meeting House, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Orpheum Theater
Enjoy a performance at Orpheum Theater, a popular theatre in Boston. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Tremont Temple Baptist Church
After visiting Tremont Temple Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Lafayette City Center
You can take time to visit Lafayette City Center during your travels to Boston. Stroll along the waterfront in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Province House Steps
Learn about the local history of Boston with a stop at Province House Steps. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Our pick of the best Downtown Crossing Hotel Deals
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Great area, staff was excellent hotel is extremely clean, I love how every night they had treats like popcorn night, etc
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
Lovely one night stay here before heading to the airport! Loved the coffee machine with free lattes especially. Great staff, comfy bed, awesome restaurant attached to the lobby. No complaints, will stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Omni Parker House
Everyone made sure the stay was perfect!! Enjoyed everything including ghost stories and pie !!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Boston
I was ready to give this a 5 star review until I saw the charge for parking. Hotel is beautiful, breakfast buffet outstanding. Service everywhere was top notch. Pool, sauna and work out room perfection. Beds were very comfortable, even comfortable pillows. Great location for all things theater district ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel AKA Boston Common
Clean room 6/10, staff ok,location excellent 10/10.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
The only hiccup we had was a less than helpful staff at the restaurant for dinner. after a brief “discussion” things changed and we had a good meal.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Crossing
Boston Financial District
Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Boston Financial District. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views.
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.
Chinatown
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.
Government Center
If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Faneuil Hall Marketplace or Boston City Hall Plaza and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.
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.
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.
