Commonwealth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chestnut Hill Reservoir during your travels in Boston. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Commonwealth Hotel Deals
Seaport Hotel Boston
Second stay at this hotel, and we really like it more and more. Just feel the hotel paid attention to details for customers. Room: very clean and well organized with lots of drawers. Shower is hot. Toilet looks new. Bed is very comfortable, with extra blanket ready in the room. AC/heat is quiet and ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Smallest room I’ve ever seen, the bathroom is less than private.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Great hotel. Location was perfect walking distance to Copley square, Boston commons, public gardens, Boston tea party, freedom trail, Quincy market etc. Staff were helpful; room comfortable, clean and spacious. Would definitely stay there again. Also literally 1 min to the Citizens Opera House and ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
I booked this hotel for the Boston Marathon and they had a nice simple breakfast at 5 AM for all of us. Although it was obviously overpriced for the weekend, they allowed me to come back to hotel (I already checked out) after the marathon to take a shower in one of their clean public bathrooms. Very ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Langham, Boston
Service both at the hotel and restaurants was the one of the best experiences I’ve had
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Good location and bright room. The hotel is a bit dated. Staff was really nice, especially Ilda in the cleaning team.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Commonwealth
Allston
Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.
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.
West Fens
If you're spending some time in West Fens, Fenway Park and MGM Music Hall at Fenway are top sights worth seeing.
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
