Boston

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Boston
Boston
Boston
Boston
Boston

One of the nation’s most historically interesting cities has numerous museums, exciting sports, great seafood and plenty of free activities.

Boston, a thriving modern city, has nearly 400 years of history. Walk along the 2.5-mile (4-kilometre) red brick Freedom Trail to see 16 important historic sites.

Boston Common, a park established in 1634, is a good place to start touring. Ride a swan boat in the adjacent Boston Public Garden and look for famous statues of a mother duck and eight ducklings.

Head north for shopping and fresh seafood at Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The hall, topped with an iconic grasshopper weathervane, held early town meetings where dissent against the British led to revolution. See the Paul Revere House, home of the patriot who famously rode to Lexington in 1775, warning that the British were coming.

Near the north end of the trail is the Bunker Hill Monument, commemorating the first American Revolution battle. Just east near the Charlestown Navy Yard, climb aboard the USS Constitution, or Old Ironsides, which survived a famous War of 1812 battle.

Boston’s cultural sites are historic as well. In the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, opened in 1876, examine works from ancient Egypt to contemporary eras. Once a vaudeville house, the Boston Opera House now hosts operas, ballets, touring musicals and lectures.

Harvard University in Cambridge just west of Boston is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Wander through Harvard Yard, visit several museums and watch rowers train on the Charles River.

Join the crowd at Fenway Park and see baseball home runs foiled by the massive Green Monster wall along left field. For over 100 years, loyal Red Sox fans have cheered on their team, win or lose.

In the midst of Boston’s historic environment are modern sites. Blue skies reflect in the glass plates of the John Hancock Tower near Copley Square. Gaze over the city from the observation deck of the Prudential Building. See the Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge beautifully illuminated at night and ride an amphibious duck boat to see the city by land and water.

Where to stay in Boston

Downtown Boston showing a city and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(193 area reviews)

Densely packed with highrise buildings, this area boasts landmarks like Custom House Tower and is close to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Find headquarters of major banks, hotels, and investment firms here.

Downtown Boston
Seaport District featuring a high-rise building, a river or creek and a city

Seaport District

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Experience a transformed industrial area with office towers, innovation labs, and 78 restaurants. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art and easily access Downtown Boston via the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.

Seaport District
Back Bay featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(271 area reviews)

Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.

Back Bay
Beacon Hill which includes landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Historic Federal-style rowhouses, gaslit streets, and brick sidewalks create a charming atmosphere. Explore the Boston African American National Historic Site, shop on Charles Street, and easily access MBTA stations.

Beacon Hill
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North End

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Indulge in Italian cuisine at numerous restaurants and bakeries, explore historic sites like Old North Church and Paul Revere House, and enjoy performances at NEMPAC and Improv Asylum Theater. Easily accessible via MBTA lines, buses, and ferries.

North End
Kenmore Square featuring street scenes

Fenway–Kenmore

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

Home to Fenway Park and the Museum of Fine Arts, this vibrant area boasts numerous educational institutions, cultural attractions, and independent shops. Easily accessible via MBTA subway and bus lines, explore Kenmore Square and admire the iconic Citgo sign.

Fenway–Kenmore
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $281 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $281
CA $384 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,828 reviews)
"Lovely upscale hotel. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. This hotel is in an Ideal location, within walking distance walking distance of tourist attractions. Roof top pool is clean and enjoyable. The beds are comfortable, the bathroom and shower are clean and relaxing. I recommend staying ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza, Boston, MA
The price is CA $222 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $222
CA $315 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,196 reviews)
"The wicked small room is definitely small"

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Hilton Boston Park Plaza
citizenM Boston North Station

citizenM Boston North Station

4 out of 5
80-120 Causeway Street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $240 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $240
CA $280 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,644 reviews)
"I lucked out somehow and got an atypically large room at the hotel, which made my stay feel a lot like any typical hotel one would find in a major city like Boston, NYC, or SF. Beds and pillows are indeed comfortable and I slept wonderfully, which is almost never the case at any other hotel I've ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

citizenM Boston North Station
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Premier Suites - Bay Village

Premier Suites - Bay Village

2 out of 5
1-3-5 Cortes Street, Boston, MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Copley Square and Boston Common are located nearby.
6.2/10 (200 reviews)
"Over all it was good. I stayed two nights and If you don’t mind a little noice it was good for business trip."

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

Premier Suites - Bay Village
Maverick Suites at 28 Fenway

Maverick Suites at 28 Fenway

3 out of 5
28 Fenway, Boston, MA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Fenway Park and Copley Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (255 reviews)
"The unit was very clean and had all the amenities."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Maverick Suites at 28 Fenway
Temple Place Suites

Temple Place Suites

2.5 out of 5
29 Temple Place, Boston, MA
Stay at this apartment in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Boston Common and Faneuil Hall Marketplace ...
6.8/10 (257 reviews)
"basic but clean. Very comfortable"

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Temple Place Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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