Lower Allston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A football field with the word "NORTH CAROLINA" on the end zone.
A crowd gathered in a park with a large American flag, trees, and a statue.
A campus with red brick buildings, green trees, and a clear sky.
A tall church with a pointed steeple and a brick building with arched windows.
A busy street with a red car, pedestrians, and a historic building labeled 'Harvard Square'.

Stay near popular Lower Allston attractions

Harvard University

9.2/10 (6,542 reviews)
You don’t have to be a history student to appreciate the unique heritage of this world-renowned academic institution.
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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
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

NZ$59
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
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 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 North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

NZ$150
per adult
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes
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Our pick of the best Lower Allston Hotel Deals

The Atlas Hotel

The Atlas Hotel

4.5 out of 5
40 Western Avenue Boston MA
The price is NZ$540 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$540
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Harvard Square and Fenway Park ...
The Atlas Hotel
Studio Allston Hotel

Studio Allston Hotel

4 out of 5
1234 Soldiers Field Rd Boston MA
The price is NZ$318 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$318
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,319 reviews)
"Staff were helpful with local recommendations and allowed a late checkout. Their happy hour with charcuterie was fun and they have lots of games like pool, ping pong and corn hole. Great for families, students and people visiting from other countries."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 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$536 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$536
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$284 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$284
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,796 reviews)
"Clean room, super comfy bedding, clean bathrooms, great vibes."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza Boston MA
The price is NZ$451 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$451
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Encore Boston Harbor

Encore Boston Harbor

5 out of 5
1 Broadway Everett MA
The price is NZ$664 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$664
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Everett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,012 reviews)
"Everything was wonderfull.."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Encore Boston Harbor
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Allston

Find the best Lower Allston 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 building with ornate architecture, a staircase, and a tree in front.

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 large, illuminated ship docked at a pier with fireworks in the background.

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 brick building with a flag, a street lamp, and greenery.

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.

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 New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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