Eastern Massachusetts Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
Very quirky hotel, clean and excellent facilities. The shared bathroom wasn’t an issue as you get a full bathroom to yourself as well as a gown, slippers and towels! The coffee in reception was amazing and the banana cake to die for! Staff were very friendly and we felt very safe walking around the ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Great hotel. Location is perfect! Staff were a little odd, very young, they didn’t have the best hospitality.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Temple Place Suites
Pretty clean room, good location, resonable price.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Crescent Suites Hotel
The suites were a nice place to stay. Since covid, they have one full-time staff and cleaning staff as needed. This is resonating in some lack of maintenance, but they were clean. I felt very safe in the building as it is card entrance only. Many cultural eateries within walking distance.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Premier Suites - Bay Village
Place was easy to find and great location. Bed was super comfortable. Only draw back is that they building and rooms need some repairs and maintenance. Wallpaper peeling and several holes in ceiling.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
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
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
- 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
- Woods Hole Ferry Terminal
- Hyannis Harbor
- Tufts University
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
