West Cambridge Travel Guide
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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 has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre 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.
Things to do
Boston Harvard, MIT and Cambridge Private Tour
Harvard Square Chocolate Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Odyssey Boston Premier Elegant Dinner Cruise
Boston Freedom Trail Daily Walking Tour
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
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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.
Brighton
Get to know Brighton and its many features like its live music and art galleries. You might want to explore sights like Chestnut Hill Reservoir and Alumni Stadium, and you can jump on the metro at Chiswick Rd. Station or Sutherland Rd. Station to get around the city.
MIT
While you're in MIT, take in top sights like MIT Museum and jump on the metro at Kendall-MIT Station to see more of the city.
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.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Boston Common or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.