East Cambridge Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cambridgeside Galleria
You can do some window-shopping at Cambridgeside Galleria during your visit to Cambridge. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
City Cruises: Boston Harbor New England Aquarium Whale-Watching Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Top hotels in East Cambridge
The Royal Sonesta Boston
Great room with a balcony, highly recommend! Good bars, good food, breakfast was delicious, close to Boston and easy for ubers !
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Comfortable, great location, very clean shared bathrooms. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Dagny Boston
Very clean and friendly staff. We LOVED the sweet little man in the hat that greeted us each day and asked if we needed help with our bags! Was a bit noisy throughout the night but was outside noise, street sweepers, honking cars etc. not hotels fault.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
About to check in at 11am, no charge.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
Clean room and staff was great
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
The reception clerk did not mention to me that I paid for two breakfasts. I had to find out for myself.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Cambridge
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.
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.
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.
Government Center
If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Faneuil Hall Marketplace or Boston City Hall Plaza and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.
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.
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.
East Cambridge Travel Guide
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Northeastern University
- Harvard Square
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Tufts University
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Revere Beach
- Boston Marathon Finish Line
