Concorde in Back Bay

Back Bay is an urban, business-friendly neighbourhood with convenient options for restaurants. The neighbourhood's architecture, friendly people, and skyline are just some of its charming qualities. Back Bay has hotels to suit everyone's tastes, and makes a great home base for exploring the sights in and around Boston.

Sightseeing around Back Bay

Some top local attractions include the museums, historic landmarks, and university. Browse the collections at Copley Society of Art, Gallery Naga, or Alpha Gallery. For cultural attractions, head to Barbara Krakow Gallery, Mary Baker Eddy Library, and Mapparium. Swing by Gibson House Museum, Nichols House Museum, and Boston African American National Historic Site to learn about local history. Some landmarks that can't be missed include Samuel Eliot Morrison Statue, Commonwealth Avenue, and Old South Church. Take a tour of campus around Berklee College of Music, New England Conservatory of Music, or Emerson College. Create some family memories at New England Aquarium, Artisans Asylum, and Franklin Park Zoo.

Popular activities in the area include shopping, taking a tour, and attending sporting events. Fenway Park, TD Garden, and TD Banknorth Garden are great places to catch a game or event. An enjoyable day at the park is awaiting you at Charles River Esplanade, Boston Public Garden, or Back Bay Fens. Looking for a little retail therapy? Consider a shopping trip to Copley Place, The Shops at Prudential Center, and Cambridgeside Galleria. A visit to Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Long Wharf, or Agganis Arena won't disappoint either.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Boston Common, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and Boston University. Prudential Tower, Copley Square, and Trinity Church Boston are other must-sees.

Getting around Back Bay

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Copley Station, Prudential Station, or Hynes Convention Center Station.

The closest major airport is Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.), located 5.4 km (3.3 miles) from Back Bay.