SoWa Art and Design District Travel Guide
Boston
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Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
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
The oldest public park in the United States has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
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.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Things to do
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark
Top hotels in SoWa Art and Design District
Seaport Hotel Boston
The room was nice, clean and spacious. There were no explanations about how the phone or TV screen worked, and it was needed. The phone did not work right and was not fixed despite my reporting it. There was no paper provided to make any notes or anything else. There was a master electric switch ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Lots of different opportunities for bars and eats Outdoor hot tub was great
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Everything perfect. Especially the valet service
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
The room was basic but it was a cool vibe and hotel was in a great location.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Langham, Boston
There were bags of garbage outside our window. Disappointed there was no high tea served while touting high tea in a book for sale at the front desk. No mini bar in the room. Requires room service.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Great stay
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around SoWa Art and Design District
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
Columbus
If you're spending some time in Columbus, Boston Center for the Arts and Calderwood Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Chinatown
Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.
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.
