West Cambridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Cambridge
Popular places to visit
Mount Auburn Cemetery
You can find out about the history of Cambridge with a visit to Mount Auburn Cemetery. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
American Repertory Theater
Enjoy a performance at American Repertory Theater, a popular theatre in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Brattle Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Brattle Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
John F. Kennedy Park
After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Hooper-Lee-Nichols House
Learn about the local history of Cambridge when you spend time at Hooper-Lee-Nichols House. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture
You can find out about the history of Cambridge when you stop by Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 West Cambridge Hotel Deals
Seaport Hotel Boston
"Everything is so classy"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
"Very cool hotel but beware of staying in the mezzanine floor - it is loud at night and you can’t get any sleep."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
"Breakfast was nice its alacarte , pool very poor and no service on the pool , spa slots are very limited and they are off every Tuesday and Wednesday"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
"The staff were all super friendly and helpful.We did valet our car for 3 nights which was expensive ($60/night) but parking in Boston stinks anywhere and the valet was convenient so we didn't have to drive around looking for a garage.There is also a $40/night "hotel" fee which I know the city puts ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
"Excellent!!!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
"Clean room, daily room cleaning, no continental breakfast at this hotel, no microwave,overall, great hotel stay,local and affordable"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
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.
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.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
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.
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.
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.
