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.
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.
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
Seaport Hotel Boston
Accessible and very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Perfect location!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Temple Place Suites
Felt safe, dirty rugs, elevator broke for 3 days, no towel racks in 3rd floor bathroom, wallpaper peeling in bathrooms, no spoons in 3rd floor kitchen.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Crescent Suites Hotel
Clean, quiet and comfy!!!!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Premier Suites - Bay Village
I liked the door code check-in - it takes zero seconds. I also appreciate that I saved a lot of money on my stay. I felt safe and the bedding was very nice. The property is rather old and decades beyond needing a total renovation. A lot of repairs and maintenance are slipshod. Many fixtures look ...
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
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.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
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?
Activities
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Massachusetts Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: 10+ Tours
- Fenway Park
- TD Garden
- Harvard University
- New England Aquarium
- Gillette Stadium
- Copley Square
- Boston University
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Xfinity Center
- Hyannis Harbor
- Tufts University
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- The Shops at Prudential Center
