Back Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with ornate architecture, a staircase, and a tree in front.
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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 Summer Nights Tour

Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise

AU$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

AU$67
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$69
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$115
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

AU$49
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$298 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$298
26 July - 27 July
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.
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
39 Dalton St Boston MA
The price is AU$397 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$397
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Sheraton 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$239 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$239
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,010 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff. Accessible to easy food, shopping and sights."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
Boston Marriott Copley Place

Boston Marriott Copley Place

4 out of 5
110 Huntington Ave Boston MA
The price is AU$455 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$455
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Boston Marriott Copley Place
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$509 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$509
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,489 reviews)
"room ok， staff just ok， the location good"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel
Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is AU$485 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$485
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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
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Our guide on where to stay in Back Bay

Find the best Back Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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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