East Cambridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Cambridge
Popular places to visit
Cambridgeside Galleria
You can do some window-shopping at Cambridgeside Galleria during your visit to Cambridge. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant 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.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Experience
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Our pick of the best East Cambridge Hotel Deals
The Royal Sonesta Boston
Are room was put together nicely but within 5 minutes of being in our room I could see that the cleaning staff did a very poor job. There was hair in the shower drain, the toilet was dirty and the linens on our bed had stains on them. We had left for the night to go out and I requested at the front ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
We loved our stay at the Seaport Hotel. Everyday it was clean and welcoming. Staff was so kind and made us feel like we were at home every time we came back to the hotel. Also wonderful harbor views from most of the rooms.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
Nice room. Bathroom down the hall is different but ok. Bathrooms need better cleaning between use. They don’t empty the trash which sometime smells
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The ceiling in our room(678) had cemented debris falling down coz it wasn’t finished .
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Great lobby- but dated rooms that look & feel like lower end rates. Stains on chairs, etc.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Came as advertised, would stay again
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Cambridge
West End
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.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.
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.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
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.
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.
