Back Bay Travel Guide

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A busy street with pedestrians, trees, and buildings with storefronts.
A statue of a man holding a book and a quill, surrounded by greenery and a stone archway.
A market stall with baskets of tomatoes, peppers, and other vegetables.

Head to Back Bay for Victorian brownstone homes, hip coffee joints and a shopping district that rivals Manhattan’s 5th Avenue.

This historic neighbourhood on the banks of the Charles River is a perfect home away from home during your time in Boston. When you’re not relaxing in your hotel, which is probably housed in a historic building, take a walk along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, shop in Newbury Street and and snap a selfie in front of the magnificent Old South Church.

Stay near popular Back Bay attractions

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Copley Square

9.4/10 (7,327 reviews)
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
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Activities

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

AU$75
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

AU$66
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

AU$66
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

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

AU$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

AU$124
per adult
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

AU$100
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
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Our pick of the best Back Bay Hotel Deals

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

3 out of 5
220 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is AU$307 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$307
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Copley Square and Fenway Park are located nearby.
8/10 Very good! (971 reviews)
"Clean room and convenient and reasonable parking."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Huntington Ave Boston MA
The price is AU$498 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$498
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel

Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel

4 out of 5
47 Huntington Ave Boston MA
The price is AU$276 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$276
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is AU$503 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$503
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel AKA Back Bay
The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

4 out of 5
120 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is AU$446 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$446
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay
Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
39 Dalton St Boston MA
The price is AU$388 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$388
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,906 reviews)
"The people were helpful and the room is perfect for a short stay. Room is clean and well maintained Very convenient located."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Back Bay

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Downtown Boston

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

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Seaport District

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.

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Beacon Hill

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

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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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.

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