Mattapan Travel Guide
Boston
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.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
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Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Mattapan
Dorchester
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Dorchester. If sightseeing is on the list, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Fields Corner Station or Four Corners/Geneva Ave Station to see more of the area.
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.
South Boston
South Boston is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Carson Beach and Boston Design Center are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Andrew Station or Broadway Station to get around.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and Cathedral of the Holy Cross.
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.
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.
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- Copley Square
- New England Aquarium
- Northeastern University
- Harvard Square
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Harbor
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Tufts University
- Revere Beach
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
Hotels Near Mattapan, Boston
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- Roslindale Hotels
- Hyde Park Hotels
- Codman Square Hotels
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- Lower East Mills - Cedar Grove Hotels
- Southern Mattapan Hotels
- West Street - River Street Hotels
- Lower Washington - Mount Hope Hotels
- West Codman Hill - West Lower Mills Hotels
- Wellington Hill Hotels