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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

John Hancock Tower
Old South Church

Old South Church

After visiting Old South Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Old South Church
Trinity Church Boston

Trinity Church Boston

Trinity Church Boston is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Trinity Church Boston

Activities

Copley Square

Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square

AU$68
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square
Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour

Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour

AU$91
per adult
Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour
Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour

Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour

AU$98
per adult
Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour
Beacon Hill

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

AU$83
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$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail
Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour

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

AU$83
per adult
Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)
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Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals

The Lenox Hotel Boston

The Lenox Hotel Boston

4.5 out of 5
61 Exeter Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$691 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$691
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,174 reviews)
Great weekend getaway!
"Room was clean, air conditioner worked good, staff is really friendly."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Lenox Hotel Boston
Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$619 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$619
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,154 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay, would strongly recommend to anyone visiting Boston."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hotel AKA Back Bay
The Newbury Boston

The Newbury Boston

5 out of 5
15 Arlington St, Boston, MA
The price is AU$1,109 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$1,109
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (513 reviews)
Great stay by the Common!
"Great service! Very personable. They go out of their way to make conversation and offer assistance always. The room was nice. Good size. Great view. The halways were a bit tired."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

The Newbury Boston
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave, Boston, MA
The price is AU$711 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$711
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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! (1,072 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
citizenM Boston North Station

citizenM Boston North Station

4 out of 5
70 Causeway Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$414 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$414
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,836 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here. The staff was kind and polite. The location is close to the T as well as other local tourist attractions on the north side of Boston."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

citizenM Boston North Station
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is AU$494 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$494
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,481 reviews)
"Great rooms, good service"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Seaport Hotel Boston
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Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East

Back Bay showing heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

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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