Back Bay East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Back Bay East
Popular places to visit
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Boston Marathon Finish Line
You can take time to visit Boston Marathon Finish Line during your travels to Boston. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
200 Clarendon Street
200 Clarendon Street is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket
Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Food Tour
Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Absolutely perfect location in Back Bay close to shopping, South End, Public Garden and transit. Valet as well. Hotel is clean, well staffed with possibly the nicest folks (I wish I got the door man’s name, he was incredible!). The rooms were good size, comfortable, and had a nespresso machine (though ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Stunning hotel and great staff!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Newbury Boston
Beautiful hotel. Great location.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Raffles Boston
The most perfect hotel and service I’ve ever experienced in my lifetime!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Charlesmark Hotel
We were pleased being greeted by Lily. She was down to earth, responsive, and extremely helpful throughout the process, which we truly appreciated. The rooms, however, were extremely small. In fairness, this is something I likely should have recognized more clearly when booking, so that part is on ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. Loved our stay
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Beacon Hill
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.
Theatre District
If you're spending time in Theatre District, you might enjoy attractions like Colonial Theatre and Citizens Opera House. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Boylston Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
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.
