Eastern Massachusetts
Travel Guide
Visit Eastern Massachusetts
Where to stay in Eastern Massachusetts
Downtown Boston
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.
Back Bay
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.
East Boston
Travelers choose East Boston for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Maverick Station or Airport Station and check out top sights like East Boston Memorial Stadium.
Seaport District
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.
Beacon Hill
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.
North End
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.
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
PERFECT
Reviewed on 2026/3/24
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The room was clean and comfortable. Location was excellent being able to walk to many food options.
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Seaport Hotel Boston
Loved the location...Just steps away from the Harbor...RJ
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Temple Place Suites
There's no laundry in the property, and the elevator is broken for half of the stay. The staff did a good job of replying.
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
The kitchen was well-stocked and the room was amazing! The check-in should be smooth but I had booked an early check in, called 6 weeks prior to arrival to confirm, received an email confirmation and called again to confirm an early check in, and had to sit in the lobby while the company that handles ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Marriott Vacation Club® at Custom House, Boston
Hotel is in the perfect area to go to Faneuil hall as well as to the north end everything’s in walking distance multiple restaurants you can eat high-end or very inexpensive fun time for all
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
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.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
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- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- TD Garden
- Gillette Stadium
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Encore Boston Harbor
- Boston Harbor
- Harvard Square
- Boston University
- Northeastern University
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston College
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Copley Place
- Tufts University
- Newbury Street
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Hynes Convention Center
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Hyannis Harbor
- Commercial Street
- Revere Beach
- Mayflower Beach
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
