Back Bay West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Back Bay West
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Activities
City Cruises: Boston Harbor New England Aquarium Whale-Watching Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Back Bay West Hotel Deals
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Excellent rooms, staff and location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
The room was very clean. Staff were helpful except for the rude man at check in.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Revolution Hotel
I loved the room we stayed in. It was small but had a large window and a nice view. It wa smy first time
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Perfect room, loved that you can decide when you need cleaning/housekeeping, room had everything we needed and was super comfy and I loved how everything was controlled by phone or the Ipad, would recommend to everyone! This hotel was in a great location too and you couldn't hear any noise from outside ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Dagny Boston
The hotel was great! Stayed before and after a cruise and each room we stayed in was clean and the hotel staff was really nice. Within walking distance to a lot of things. Would stay here again for sure!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Room is very well appointed. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Location is great
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay West
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.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
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.
