West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of Science
Let your inner-geek run wild amid the hundreds of innovative, hands-on exhibits at this Boston museum.
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.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
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Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill
Good breakfast although expensive...does not include coffee...its extra!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Eurostars The Boxer
Clean, tidy and good location!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station
Comfortable and efficient
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Very nice hotel, great Seaport location. Clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Everything was great except no refrigerator. Maybe I should’ve know that.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
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.
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.
Downtown Boston
Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing 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.
Downtown Crossing
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Orpheum Theater to The Freedom Trail – discover Downtown Crossing, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Boston Financial District
Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Boston Harbor are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Boston Financial District. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views.
