South End Travel Guide
Boston





Popular places to visit
Boston Medical Center
If Boston Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.
Cathedral of the Holy Cross
Cathedral of the Holy Cross is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
SoWa Artists Guild
You can study the exhibits at SoWa Artists Guild, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Boston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Calderwood Pavilion
You can get tickets for a performance at Calderwood Pavilion during your stay in Boston. Discover the cafes and entertainment venues in this walkable area.
Boston Center for the Arts
Enjoy an outing to Boston Center for the Arts during your stay in Boston. Discover the cafes and entertainment venues in this walkable area.
Boston Medical Center - East Newton Campus
If Boston Medical Center - East Newton Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.
Things to do

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

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

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

Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Top hotels in South End

The Revolution Hotel
Great property great size room for a solo traveler. Great location would definitely rebook.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center
We slept in for breakfast so I cannot rate or comment. The front desk clerk was warm, friendly and accommodating providing service. The room was clean, but the lobby floor and elevator was visibly dirty.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown / South End
Yes
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
A
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Harborside Inn Of Boston
I think the “boutique hotel” description is a bit of a stretch. This is a rehabbed hotel or building with small rooms and just ok furnishings. I felt we overpaid for what we got
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End

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.

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.

Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.

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.

Chinatown
Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

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.

