Downtown Boston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Boston showing a city and night scenes as well as a small group of people
Downtown Boston
Downtown Boston
Downtown Boston
Downtown Boston

This is Boston’s business district, now and back when the city was just starting.

Boston during the late 1700s must’ve been heaps of fun. Samuel Adams was brewing delicious beer. Tea parties in Boston Harbour were all the rage. Oh, and there was that whole dust-up with those cheeky devils from across the pond. And even though all of that happened many, many moons ago, Boston has clung to its rich history. Downtown is littered with historic landmarks to explore, like the Old South Meeting House and the Paul Revere House.


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Our pick of the best Downtown Boston Hotel Deals

The Dagny Boston

The Dagny Boston

4 out of 5
89 Broad Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$534 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$534
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6,530 reviews)
"A beautiful art deco age hotel, with a boutique hotel feel. Great staff very friendly and accommodating. A wonderful stay."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Dagny Boston
The Langham, Boston

The Langham, Boston

5 out of 5
250 Franklin St, Boston, MA
The price is AU$930 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$930
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent lodging."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Langham, Boston
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston

Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston

4 out of 5
161 Devonshire St, Boston, MA
The price is AU$434 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$434
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,795 reviews)
"Things were close. Out tour bus was able to drive down street and drop us at the door, as it was only a block from his route, and he was finished for the day. So it was truly convenient! Dining was right next door, perfect! Food was very good, as well! Great experience!!!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
The Godfrey Hotel Boston

The Godfrey Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
505 Washington Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$547 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$547
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,451 reviews)
Excellent location!
"Lovely helpful front desk staff and super friendly concierge. Great location near the T (subway). Right across the street from the theatre district and multiple restaurants as well as Indepent coffee shops and bakeries."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Hyatt Regency Boston

Hyatt Regency Boston

4 out of 5
One Avenue De Lafayette, Boston, MA
The price is AU$468 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$468
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,632 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay if you’re going to the Boston opera house for a show. Tons of restaurants spots around. Andrew at the front desk is a wealth of knowledge for the area!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Boston
InterContinental Boston by IHG

InterContinental Boston by IHG

5 out of 5
510 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA
The price is AU$552 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$552
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,022 reviews)
"This property is absolutely understand. I outstanding. From the time that we were met outside with somebody helping us park our vehicle, to meeting Leo at the front desk, who quickly switched us to an upgraded corner suite, to the beautiful surroundings and sites around the hotel. We will absolutely ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

InterContinental Boston by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Boston

Massachusetts featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a city

Government Center

If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Faneuil Hall Marketplace or Boston City Hall Plaza and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.

Government Center
Boston Financial District which includes a garden and a city

Boston Financial District

5/5(7 area reviews)

Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Boston Financial District. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views.

Boston Financial District
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Downtown Crossing

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Orpheum Theater to The Freedom Trail – discover Downtown Crossing, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown Crossing
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North End

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by New England Aquarium or Boston Harbor while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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West End

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.

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Chinatown

5/5(4 area reviews)

Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown


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