Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront with a wooden walkway, a green boat, and historic buildings including a clock tower and a red-brick structure.
A large ferry named 'Provincetown Fast Ferry' docked at a pier with a cityscape in the background.
A city skyline with various high-rise buildings and a harbor with boats.
A cityscape with a marina filled with sailboats and a river.
A waterfront cityscape with illuminated buildings, a wooden boathouse, and a bridge.

Stay near popular Waterfront attractions

A waterfront scene with a boat docked at a pier, a city skyline in the background, and a red and white ferry on the right.

Boston Harbor

9.6/10 (5,623 reviews)
Adore Boston’s charming working harbor from the waterfront or head out by boat to get to know it more intimately.
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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
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
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 Waterfront Hotel Deals

Boston Harbor Hotel

Boston Harbor Hotel

5 out of 5
70 Rowes Wharf Boston MA
The price is NZ$1,132 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$1,132
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
Boston Harbor Hotel
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is NZ$435 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$435
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is NZ$271 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$271
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
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$538 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$538
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,844 reviews)
"Accidentally booked a queen size bed instead of a king size room. They were happy to accommodate me while also being very busy with it being comicon con weekend. They were also extraordinarily helpful when I ran out of coffee creamer very first thing in the morning!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

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$443 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$443
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
The Dagny Boston
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

3 out of 5
220 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is NZ$376 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$376
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Copley Square and Fenway Park are located nearby.
8/10 Very good! (853 reviews)
"Location was convenient, the rooms were hot at night when we were all in the room and air conditioning seemed a bit inconsistent."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
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Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront 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.

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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.

Waterfront Travel Guide

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