Jamaica Plain Travel Guide

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The view of the Boston skyline nearly five miles away from atop the 240ft peak of Peters Hill, the tallest point in Arnold Arboretum.
The view of the Boston skyline nearly five miles away from atop the 240ft peak of Peters Hill, the tallest point in Arnold Arboretum.
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a 281 acre arboretum in the Jamaica Plain and Roslindale sections of Boston. The arboretum is open free of charge to the public from sunrise to sunset 365 days of the year.
Not too much color this time of year inside the Arnold Arboretum, but these glory-of-the-snows (Chionodoxa) popped up in patches all about the grounds. The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a 281 acre arboretum in the Jamaica Plain and Roslindale sections of Boston. The arboretum is open free of charge to the public from sunrise to sunset 365 days of the year.
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a 281 acre arboretum in the Jamaica Plain and Roslindale sections of Boston. The arboretum is open free of charge to the public from sunrise to sunset 365 days of the year.

Popular places to visit

Arnold Arboretum which includes heritage elements

Arnold Arboretum

Escape the city bustle and soak up the serenity in this beloved park that doubles as a respected Harvard University research center.

Arnold Arboretum
Fenway Park which includes night scenes and a sporting event as well as a large group of people

Fenway Park

Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.

Fenway Park
Gillette Stadium is also home to the New England Revolution, our pro soccer team. Tickets are easy to get and not crazy expensive. And there is always a section reserved for the hooligans, who keep the energy up for the whole stadium!

Gillette Stadium

Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Gillette Stadium
Boston Common which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a park

Boston Common

The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.

Boston Common
Harvard University which includes heritage architecture and a city

Harvard University

Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.

Harvard University
Boston's Zakim Bridge

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.

TD Garden

Activities

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

AU$76
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

AU$121
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Zac tells a story about the John Harvard statue

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Built-in 15-minute break at Quincy Market.

The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

AU$78
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
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Our pick of the best Jamaica Plain Hotel Deals

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza Boston MA
The price is AU$258 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$258
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,123 reviews)
The staff were very friendly.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is AU$247 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$247
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,484 reviews)
Everything was amazing front check in to check out, the only inc

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Harborside Inn Of Boston

Harborside Inn Of Boston

4 out of 5
185 State St Boston MA
The price is AU$309 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$309
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,278 reviews)
Great location!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Harborside Inn Of Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is AU$134 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$134
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,481 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

The Revolution Hotel
The Dagny Boston

The Dagny Boston

4 out of 5
89 Broad Street Boston MA
The price is AU$244 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$244
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7,078 reviews)
The service was phenomenal. I’ve stayed at so many hotels/resorts this hotels service stood out to me. They went above & beyond to make us feel welcome & comfortable. The property location was perfect for walking downtown. The cafe wasn’t great despite the good reviews but everything else was 5/5 ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Dagny Boston
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is AU$282 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$282
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,012 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Jamaica Plain

Church of the Covenant, historic church at 67 Newbury Street in Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts

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.

Roxbury
Kenmore Square showing street scenes

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.

Fenway–Kenmore
This famous stadium is the home of the Boston Red Sox baseball team. The oldest ball park in the MLB has been going since 1912, its also one of the smallest which helps with its atmosphere. We were lucky as we got to see the big one as it was the Red Sox and the Yankees

West Fens

If you're spending some time in West Fens, Fenway Park and MGM Music Hall at Fenway are top sights worth seeing.

West Fens
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Dorchester

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Dorchester. If sightseeing is on the list, Dorchester Shores Reservation is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Fields Corner Station or Four Corners/Geneva Ave Station to see more of the area.

Dorchester
Looking down on a Boston tower and the South End

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.

South End
Missing beautiful Boston summer days... #StunningStructures

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.

Prudential - St. Botolph

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