Waterfront Travel Guide

Boston

A waterfront with a wooden walkway, a green boat, and historic buildings including a clock tower and a red-brick structure.
A large ferry named 'Provincetown Fast Ferry' docked at a pier with a cityscape in the background.
A city skyline with various high-rise buildings and a harbor with boats.
A cityscape with a marina filled with sailboats and a river.
A waterfront cityscape with illuminated buildings, a wooden boathouse, and a bridge.

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A waterfront scene with a boat docked at a pier, a city skyline in the background, and a red and white ferry on the right.

Boston Harbor

9.6/5 (5,623 reviews)
Adore Boston’s charming working harbor from the waterfront or head out by boat to get to know it more intimately.
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Things to do

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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

฿1,723
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

฿854
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

฿894
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

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

฿1,484
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

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

฿2,595
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Harvard Guide leading a tour

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

฿756
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Waterfront

Boston Harbor Hotel

Boston Harbor Hotel

5 out of 5
70 Rowes Wharf Boston MA
The price is ฿19,799 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿19,799
฿23,074 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"We were there for 5 days. It was impeccable. The location, service, ambiance everything was perfect! All small attentions that makes you feel comfortable. We took the water taxi from (and to) the airport directly to the hotel fastest way to get there. Easy to walk around and along the waterfront. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Boston Harbor Hotel
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

4 out of 5
575 Memorial Drive Cambridge MA
The price is ฿5,047 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿5,047
฿6,849 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,402 reviews)
"I would definitely stay again at this property."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is ฿6,310 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿6,310
฿8,486 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (4,489 reviews)
"Nice hotel, would stay again"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is ฿4,780 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,780
฿5,566 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (2,707 reviews)
"Was nice and clean evern the shared restrooms and showers were spotless"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is ฿7,717 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿7,717
฿10,347 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,738 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful in providing guidance for efficient ways to get around & made our stay very memorable for my husband’s birthday celebration."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Harborside Inn Of Boston

Harborside Inn Of Boston

4 out of 5
185 State St Boston MA
The price is ฿7,480 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿7,480
฿8,710 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (6,742 reviews)
"They dont have a pool despite having a photo of a pool"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Harborside Inn Of Boston
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront 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.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a staircase, and a tree in front.

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.

A statue of a man on horseback in a park with trees, a clock tower, and brick buildings in the background.

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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