West Cambridge Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Mount Auburn Cemetery
You can find out about the history of Cambridge with a visit to Mount Auburn Cemetery. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
American Repertory Theater
Enjoy a performance at American Repertory Theater, a popular theatre in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Brattle Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Brattle Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
John F. Kennedy Park
After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Longfellows National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Longfellows National Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture
You can find out about the history of Cambridge when you stop by Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
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
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in West Cambridge
Seaport Hotel Boston
The breakfast buffet was great and the bar and dinner restaurant was equally good! The room was clean and up to date. We had a wonderful stay!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
No problem everything was fine
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Rooms were very clean and a good size. Bathroom was nice and well appointed. Was a very modern hotel. Great location for a concert at the Orpheum theater - waking distance. Lots of options in the area for food and shopping. Walkable to the Public Garden and Boston Common. Staff was very helpful and ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
Lovely one night stay here before heading to the airport! Loved the coffee machine with free lattes especially. Great staff, comfy bed, awesome restaurant attached to the lobby. No complaints, will stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
Very disappointed. Was told to check out there was going to be a continental breakfast from 6 to 9 AM. At 8:30 AM going out I found five package danishes in plastic wrap, some small orange juice, carton, containers and coffee from a pump. That’s it. No fruit. Not even oatmeal that you make with hot ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
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.
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 Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
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.
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.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.
