Eastern Massachusetts
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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.

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.

Nantucket Town
Discover the charm of Nantucket, a historic New England seaport town, with its museums like the Nantucket Whaling Museum and picturesque landscapes. Enjoy local shops, restaurants, and explore key localities such as Surfside and Siasconset.

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.

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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.

Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.

New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
- Fenway Park
- TD Garden
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- Gillette Stadium
- Copley Square
- New England Aquarium
- Northeastern University
- Boston University
- Harvard Square
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Boston Harbor
- Encore Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston College
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Hynes Convention Center
- Copley Place
- Hyannis Harbor
- Children's Hospital Boston
- Tufts University
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Quincy Market
- Revere Beach
- Salem Witch Museum