Jamaica Plain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Jamaica Plain
Popular places to visit
Arnold Arboretum
Escape the city bustle and soak up the serenity in this beloved park that doubles as a respected Harvard University research center.
Fenway Park
The iconic home of the Boston Red Sox is on the must-see list of every red-blooded baseball fan.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Boston Common
Trace the history of Boston and take a break from the city heat in the USA’s oldest public park.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Harvard University
You don’t have to be a history student to appreciate the unique heritage of this world-renowned academic institution.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Jamaica Plain Hotel Deals
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Location
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Excellent staff, location. Confy rooms
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Revolution Hotel
Perfect for our needs of exploring the city. The bathrooms were always clean
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Dagny Boston
Staff
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Everything was exceptional — apart from the steam room smelled horrible. I would highly recommend some sort of eucalyptus aromatherapy or similar. It smelled like stinky gym socks. 😕
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Everything: location, staff, room, (history too), just in general an unforgettable experience. THANK YOU. P.S. The only little "problem" is nuisance noise coming from the subway station just beneath the hotel. But we were laughing listening to metro trains departing as if they were airplanes taking ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jamaica Plain
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
Dudley - Brunswick King
If you're spending some time in Dudley - Brunswick King, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Archives and Prince Hall Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
Dorchester
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Dorchester. If sightseeing is on the list, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Fields Corner Station or Four Corners/Geneva Ave Station to see more of the area.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
Prudential - St. Botolph
While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.
