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 shops 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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

Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)

AU$84
per adult
Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)
Acorn Street

Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail
Lobster roll and New England clam chowdah from a local favorite

Boston Food and History Private Tour

AU$1,439
per adult
Boston Food and History Private Tour
Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour

Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

AU$84
per adult
Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)
Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

AU$1,881
per adult
Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston
Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

AU$790
per adult
Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day 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$470 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$470
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,113 reviews)
"The property is conveniently located to the major roads and is in walkable distance to the main historical landmarks."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 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$582 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$582
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel located right in the heart of the city! Nice big room with a big bathroom. Located near all the shopping and great restaurants. Also very close to the T station and very safe!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Raffles Boston

Raffles Boston

5 out of 5
40 Trinity Place, Boston, MA
The price is AU$942 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$942
6 Aug - 7 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! (132 reviews)
Best hotel in Boston
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Raffles Boston
Charlesmark Hotel

Charlesmark Hotel

4 out of 5
655 Boylston St, Boston, MA
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,038 reviews)
"Great location near plenty of restaurants/bars and stores. Room overlooked the Boston Marathon finish line. There is only one parking spot available for check in and parking is down a few blocks at a parking garage for $35 per day. Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Charlesmark Hotel
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$394 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$394
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! (3,764 reviews)
"Was pleasantly surprised, great hotel and staff."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
citizenM Boston Back Bay

citizenM Boston Back Bay

4 out of 5
408 Newbury street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$342 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$342
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! (1,504 reviews)
"Nice new property. Small clean modern rooms. Best for one person traveling for a short period of time. The umbrella has a check in and out. I checked it in but the employee never noted it even after asking for my room number. If I didn’t catch it I would have been charged for a $20 umbrella that ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 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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