Porter Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Porter Square
Popular places to visit
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.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
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
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Our pick of the best Porter Square Hotel Deals
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Clean, good food, good service. Cannot complain!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Internet good, staff ok
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Rooms could use an update and refresh
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Very clean and a cute historic building. Very walkable to many sites. Subway entrance right outside the door. The only issue I had was no coffee maker in room and only coffee for sale in there the expensive attached restaurant. We had to walk to Dunkin every morning but otherwise a great place and ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Revolution Hotel
We were initially worried about the bathroom situation but it was actually great and cleaned often throughout the day!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Omni Parker House
Very clean and quiet room. Slept well.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Porter Square
Allston
Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
