Visit Riverside
Popular places to visit
Harvard Square
With a visit to Harvard Square, a favourite shopping spot in Cambridge, you can browse for souvenirs. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Wheeler Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wheeler Park, a lovely green space in Cambridge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Activities
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Our pick of the best Riverside Hotel Deals
citizenM Boston North Station
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
The Dagny Boston
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hilton Boston Logan Airport
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
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.
