Brighton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A park with blooming pink trees, a paved path, and benches.
A green park with a black bench and a tree with pink blossoms.
A historic house with a turret and steeply pitched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by greenery.
A lake surrounded by residential houses and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Brighton attractions

A calm lake with a stone building and a church on the opposite shore.

Chestnut Hill Reservation

You can take time to visit Chestnut Hill Reservation during your travels to Boston. Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.
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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 Brighton Hotel Deals

The Boston Hotel

The Boston Hotel

2 out of 5
40 Mt Hood Road Boston MA
The price is AU$224 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$224
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
The Boston Hotel
Studio Allston Hotel

Studio Allston Hotel

4 out of 5
1234 Soldiers Field Rd Boston MA
The price is AU$315 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$315
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,338 reviews)
"Fun place to stay. We played pool and paint postcard sized pictures. The staff was very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Studio Allston Hotel
Charles River Inn

Charles River Inn

2 out of 5
1800 Soldiers Fld Rd Boston MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$240 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$240
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Harvard Square and Fenway Park are located ...
Charles River Inn
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is AU$366 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$366
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,908 reviews)
"Joy checked us in and she was so friendly and accommodating !!! Thank you so much"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is AU$268 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$268
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
The Revolution Hotel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street 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 luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
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Our guide on where to stay in Brighton

Find the best Brighton areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime street scene with illuminated trees, a market stall, and historic buildings.

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.

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

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.

A large, illuminated ship docked at a pier with fireworks in the background.

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.

A brick building with a flag, a street lamp, and greenery.

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.

A statue of a man on horseback in a park with trees, a clock tower, and brick buildings in the background.

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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