West Somerville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Somerville
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.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
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 West Somerville Hotel Deals
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Nice
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Choose the wicked small room and it was perfectly fine for my wife and I.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Terrific location for seeing the Boston sites!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Excellent gym, with equipment not often found in hotel gyms, Such as stairmills and Concept II rowing machines.Toma restaurant was excellent. Room was beautiful, comfortable and well equipped. Neighborhood is great.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Dagny Boston
Everything was great at this hotel. When we return to Boston we will definitely stay at this hotel. Staff were kind and helpful, the rooms were nice.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Omni Parker House
Family Visit to Boston
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Somerville
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.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. 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.
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.
North End
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by New England Aquarium or Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.
