Eastern Massachusetts Travel Guide
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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.

Nantucket Town
While visiting Nantucket Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Atheneum and Nantucket Historical Association.

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.

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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.

Boston Common
Trace the history of Boston and take a break from the city heat in the USA’s oldest public park.

Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Copley Square
Historic buildings, great shopping and bags of local colour – what’s not to love about Copley Square?

New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Activities

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Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
- Fenway Park
- TD Garden
- Harvard University
- Gillette Stadium
- Copley Square
- New England Aquarium
- Boston University
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Xfinity Center
- Hyannis Harbor
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Tufts University
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum