Longwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
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.
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
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Our pick of the best Longwood Hotel Deals
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The room was tiny, and cost a lot!!! Not even a desk! Also, keep you bar open past 11:30 when its packed
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The bed and shower are terrible. Room ugly and small. Locations it’s great. I definitely not coming back
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
It was okay. We liked the location of the hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
We love it! Very clean and polite staff. Easy access to the downtown area. Very walkable.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Dagny Boston
Excellent location, friendly staff, loved their restaurant and bar. The staff there were exceptional and I don’t say that very often. Thanks for a great weekend!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Omni Parker House
It was really nice and the location was perfect. Everyone I interacted with was nice and amenable.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Longwood
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.
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.
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.
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.
