West Somerville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Somerville
Popular places to visit
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.
Harvard University
You don’t have to be a history student to appreciate the unique heritage of this world-renowned academic institution.
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.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Our pick of the best West Somerville Hotel Deals
Seaport Hotel Boston
Clean spacious room and great staff. Staff was exceptional considering they were dealing with a huge snowstorm that impacted them.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Good people and nice service
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Small quaint. Restaurant on site. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Revolution Hotel
The room was spotless, staff was courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Dagny Boston
Very!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Somerville
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.
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.
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.
West Fens
If you're spending some time in West Fens, Fenway Park and MGM Music Hall at Fenway 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.
