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

9.6/10 (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

฿1,722
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

฿1,581
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

฿1,138
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston Summer Nights Tour

Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise

฿1,687
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

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

฿2,644
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour

Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour

฿1,088
per adult
Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk 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 ฿16,822 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿16,822
฿19,607 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The location is great and amenities are great"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Boston Harbor 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 ฿7,859 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿7,859
฿10,513 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 ...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,791 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿4,791
฿5,579 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (2,796 reviews)
"Clean room, super comfy bedding, clean bathrooms, great vibes."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza Boston MA
The price is ฿6,425 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,425
฿8,843 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The Dagny Boston

The Dagny Boston

4 out of 5
89 Broad Street Boston MA
The price is ฿6,771 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,771
฿9,053 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (7,442 reviews)
"Great location, clean hotel, staff accommodating. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

The Dagny Boston
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

3 out of 5
220 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is ฿5,981 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,981
฿6,965 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Copley Square and Fenway Park are located nearby.
8/10 Very good! (774 reviews)
"Property was in a great location and was a clean room for a great price. Would stay here again if we were in the area."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
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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.

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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.

A brick building with a flag, a street lamp, and greenery.

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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