Back Bay East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Copley Square

Copley Square

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

Copley Square
Boston Marathon Finish Line

Boston Marathon Finish Line

You can take time to visit Boston Marathon Finish Line during your travels to Boston. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Boston Marathon Finish Line
Boston Public Library

Boston Public Library

Boston Public Library is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Boston Public Library
John Hancock Tower

John Hancock Tower

You can learn about the history of Boston with a trip to John Hancock Tower. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

John Hancock Tower
Old South Church

Old South Church

You can find out about the history of Boston with a visit to Old South Church. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Old South Church
Trinity Church Boston

Trinity Church Boston

You can find out about the history of Boston with a stop at Trinity Church Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Trinity Church Boston

Activities

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

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

AU$128
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

AU$45
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

AU$108
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

AU$43
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

AU$86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor
The landmark sights of Boston's Freedom Trail synchronized with and unfolding to the story of America.

The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

AU$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals

Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$484 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$484
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,105 reviews)
"I really loved my stay at AKA Downtown, so I was excited to try AKA Back Bay — but it ended up being a bit disappointing. The location is great, but my standard room was very small and felt a bit dated. For the high price, I really expected more. On top of that, the street noise was a bout annoying ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave, Boston, MA
The price is AU$579 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$579
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Raffles Boston

Raffles Boston

5 out of 5
40 Trinity Place, Boston, MA
The price is AU$1,071 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$1,071
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"I had high expectations since we have been to Raffles Singapore before and after the recent renovations and it is one of our favorite hotels in the world! Glad to say that Raffles Boston did not disappoint. The hotel decor is gorgeous, thoughtfully luxurious in every detail. Location is great. Service ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Raffles Boston
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$393 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$393
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (3,774 reviews)
"The Omni Hotel chain is great, we had an enjoyable stay, other than having a time limit for the swimming pool. I cannot tell you how frustrating it is to have a child and wife that wanted to spend time at the pool, only to be told that the pool is full and you have to be put on a waiting list to ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 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 AU$352 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$352
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (3,205 reviews)
Great location
"Great location in downtown Boston to subway & freedom trail! Beds were very comfortable!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hilton Boston Park Plaza
citizenM Boston Back Bay

citizenM Boston Back Bay

4 out of 5
408 Newbury street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$340 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$340
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Fenway Park and Copley Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,547 reviews)
"It was a very eclectic place. They did a lot with a small space"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

citizenM Boston Back Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East

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Back Bay

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Back Bay
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Prudential - St. Botolph

While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.

Prudential - St. Botolph
Theatre District which includes night scenes and signage

Bay Village

While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.

Bay Village
Beacon Hill which includes landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

Beacon Hill
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Chinatown

5/5(4 area reviews)

Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown
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South End

4/5(10 area reviews)

South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.

South End

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