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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Experience
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Our pick of the best Commonwealth Hotel Deals
Seaport Hotel Boston
Shower has low pressure and phone was not working in the room. Prime location and facilities to fail at these basic amenities.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Excellent staff. Very accommodating. Clean. Helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
We didn’t eat breakfast at the property and did not have a vehicle.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Revolution Hotel
bathrooms were cleaned regularly, loved the private toilet, shower, sink set up. loved getting water and ice easily. room small as expected but very comfy bed, slept great. great location, T stops 8 or 11 minute walk. very friendly staff, great coffee at the small cafe loved the hot water and microwave ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Everything was great except for the shower, which is too small.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Langham, Boston
Very nicely decorated room, fine furnitures. Love its hot tub, pool, and fitness room. The hotel manager is really nice and helpful but some of the staff.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 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.
