Visit SoWa Art and Design District
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.
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.
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
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
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
New York City Day Tour from Boston
Boston's Best Freedom Trail Walking Tour
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket
Top hotels in SoWa Art and Design District
AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Downtown
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
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.
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.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Old South Church and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
- Boston Medical Center
- Alpha Gallery
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Northeastern University
- Harvard Square
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Tufts University
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum