Eastern Massachusetts Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Eastern Massachusetts
Where to stay in Eastern Massachusetts
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Seaport Hotel Boston
Absolutely outstanding
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Exceptional sty all-around
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Excellent location walkable to many stores, restaurants, and attractions. Easy to find an Uber/Lyft and close to the T. Around the corner from Boston Common. Clean hotel and room, friendly attentive staff and great value. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Temple Place Suites
Decent room. Great location. Good communication with property.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Crescent Suites Hotel
Clean room, nice kitchen, close to good restaurants, proximity to the Charles River hiking trails.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Sandcastle Resort and Club
We liked the room for the price. There was no one at the desk after 7:00 or 8:00 pm. and not sure when they came in the morning. The staff that we did interact with were very pleasant. There was no cleaning service for the entire 3 nights that we were there. And under the bed had not been vacuumed/swept ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
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.
Harvard University
You don’t have to be a history student to appreciate the unique heritage of this world-renowned academic institution.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Boston Common
Trace the history of Boston and take a break from the city heat in the USA’s oldest public park.
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
Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Gillette Stadium
- TD Garden
- New England Aquarium
- Boston Harbor
- Copley Square
- Boston University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- The Freedom Trail
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Inkwell Beach
- Hyannis Harbor
- Tufts University
- Xfinity Center
