Waterfront Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Boston Harbor
Adore Boston’s charming working harbor from the waterfront or head out by boat to get to know it more intimately.
Long Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Boston with a trip to Long Wharf. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
HarborWalk
Discover the beaches, galleries, public art displays and restaurants on this pleasant pathway that travels around the Boston Harbor waterfront.
Fenway Park
The iconic home of the Boston Red Sox is on the must-see list of every red-blooded baseball fan.
Harvard University
You don’t have to be a history student to appreciate the unique heritage of this world-renowned academic institution.
Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
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.
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.
North End
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by New England Aquarium or Boston Harbor while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.
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.
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 Leader Bank Pavilion.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.
- New England Aquarium
- Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- TD Garden
- Copley Square
- Boston University
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Salem Witch Museum
- The Freedom Trail
- Newbury Street
- Tufts University
- Museum of Science
- Quincy Market
- The Shops at Prudential Center