Back Bay East Travel Guide

Boston

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Copley Square

9.4/10 (7,327 reviews)
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
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Things to do

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

฿1,705
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

฿1,529
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

฿2,614
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

฿860
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
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The Art of Paul Pedulla

฿897
per adult
The Art of Paul Pedulla
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

฿2,325
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
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Top hotels in Back Bay East

Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is ฿9,319 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿9,319
฿12,194 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave Boston MA
The price is ฿11,164 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿11,164
฿14,153 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,320 reviews)
"This was by far the most luxurious hotel I’ve stayed in!! Totally recommend to everyone!!"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Charlesmark Hotel

Charlesmark Hotel

4 out of 5
655 Boylston St Boston MA
The price is ฿5,007 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,007
฿5,755 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
"Very nice staff , a little too busy street especially at night .Made it hard to sleep . I didn’t like all the sirens and people hanging around late outside made me nervous , but the staff was very nice and made my stay more comfortable by moving me to another room. There is no coffee in rooms , which ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Charlesmark Hotel
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is ฿6,223 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,223
฿8,370 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,949 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is ฿4,479 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,479
฿5,217 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,887 reviews)
"Amazing design and comfortable space. This hotel is very clean and helpful."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Harborside Inn Of Boston

Harborside Inn Of Boston

4 out of 5
185 State St Boston MA
The price is ฿6,192 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,192
฿7,210 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,975 reviews)
"Great location for exploring the historic and waterfront areas."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Harborside Inn Of Boston
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Where to stay in Back Bay East

Find the best Back Bay East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Beacon Hill

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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