Dorchester Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
You can study the exhibits at John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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 Dorchester Hotel Deals
Ramada by Wyndham Boston
The breakfast was great and the staff is always great. I will stay at this hotel when I need a place to stay in Boston.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Excellent location close to the Bay and convention center. Close to the subway, excellent variety of restaurants around.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Just there for 1 night but staff was friendly and helpful. The room was as advertised
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Property was nice.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Didn’t have breakfast. The staff at this hotel were the absolute champions, committed everyday and thoroughly professional. The lobby is just swarmed with people happy, polite and wanting to help, whether it’s opening a door for you or wishing you a nice day. Welcome mats are changed regularly to ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Revolution Hotel
Good location and great value. Friendly staff, quiet room
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dorchester
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.
South Boston
South Boston is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Carson Beach and Flynn Cruiseport Boston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Andrew Station or Broadway Station to get around.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
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.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
