Eastern Massachusetts
Travel Guide
Visit Eastern Massachusetts
Where to stay in Eastern Massachusetts
Downtown Boston
Densely packed with highrise buildings, this area boasts landmarks like Custom House Tower and is close to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Find headquarters of major banks, hotels, and investment firms here.
Back Bay
Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.
East Boston
Travelers choose East Boston for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Maverick Station or Airport Station and check out top sights like East Boston Memorial Stadium.
Seaport District
Experience a transformed industrial area with office towers, innovation labs, and 78 restaurants. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art and easily access Downtown Boston via the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.
Beacon Hill
Historic Federal-style rowhouses, gaslit streets, and brick sidewalks create a charming atmosphere. Explore the Boston African American National Historic Site, shop on Charles Street, and easily access MBTA stations.
North End
Indulge in Italian cuisine at numerous restaurants and bakeries, explore historic sites like Old North Church and Paul Revere House, and enjoy performances at NEMPAC and Improv Asylum Theater. Easily accessible via MBTA lines, buses, and ferries.
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
nice location
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Room was so small I could have gone to the bathroom and washed my hair at the same time. You could barely walk in the room as the bed was so close to the wall. The sheets were like sandpaper. Staff was inattentive to guests checking in.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Nice place very hard to find front door. Address does not take you to where you need to go
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Temple Place Suites
There's no laundry in the property, and the elevator is broken for half of the stay. The staff did a good job of replying.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
The kitchen was well-stocked and the room was amazing! The check-in should be smooth but I had booked an early check in, called 6 weeks prior to arrival to confirm, received an email confirmation and called again to confirm an early check in, and had to sit in the lobby while the company that handles ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Marriott Vacation Club® at Custom House, Boston
Hotel is in the perfect area to go to Faneuil hall as well as to the north end everything’s in walking distance multiple restaurants you can eat high-end or very inexpensive fun time for all
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
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.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
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.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
