West Cambridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Cambridge
Popular places to visit
Mount Auburn Cemetery
You can find out about the history of Cambridge with a visit to Mount Auburn Cemetery. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mount Auburn Hospital
If Mount Auburn Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cambridge.
American Repertory Theater
Enjoy a performance at American Repertory Theater, a popular theatre in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
John F. Kennedy Park
After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Hooper-Lee-Nichols House
Learn about the local history of Cambridge when you spend time at Hooper-Lee-Nichols House. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Christ Church
Christ Church is just one of the places to see in Cambridge, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Cruises: Boston Harbor New England Aquarium Whale-Watching Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Costumed Guide
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best West Cambridge Hotel Deals
Seaport Hotel Boston
Jackie at the registration desk was very pleasant and accommodating. She recognized me from a previous stay and welcomed me back! In addition, housekeeping staff, food and beverage were very good.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Really nice room
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Good
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, art work
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Dagny Boston
High marks across the board - friendly, professional staff, convenient location, and great in-house restaurant.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Nice rooms, and common area was neat!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
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.
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.
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.
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.
