Theatre District Travel Guide

Boston
Theatre District featuring shopping
From Broadway musicals to the ballet to the Blue Man Group, you have a wide selection of performances at your fingertips in Boston’s premier cultural district.

Boston’s Theatre District is a fantastic destination for staged entertainment in the city. Get your ticket and enjoy top quality entertainment. Discover an array of theatrical talent, ranging from stand-up comedies to extravagant musical productions, in the heart of downtown Boston.

Walk along Washington and Tremont streets and check out the shows currently playing. The Theatre District offers a range of performance spaces, from iconic theatres that seat thousands to intimate black box stages.

See a lavish production at Boston Opera House. The ornate French and Italian style theatre is known for putting on headline productions, such as Broadway musicals. Watch the Boston Ballet’s annual performance of Nutcracker here during November and December.

Prepare to laugh your way through any performance at Charles Playhouse. While the red-brick building may look unassuming from the outside, this black box theatre hosts two of Boston’s most unconventional acts: Shear Madness and the Blue Man Group.

If you prefer music concerts to theatrical productions, visit the Orpheum. The historic theatre attracts world-class musicians, bands and rock stars.

Time your visit around summer so you can attend Shakespeare on the Common. Every July and August, the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company gives free performances of a Shakespeare play. Spread out your blanket on the Boston Common’s green lawn and enjoy theatre under the stars. Come early to hear jazz music performed by students and alumni of the New England Conservatory.

Even if you don’t have time to stay for a show, take a few minutes to walk through the lobbies of some of the Theatre District’s most beautiful venues. The Schubert and Wang theatres are known for being particularly stunning.

The Theatre District is in the heart of downtown Boston. Have a delicious meal at one of the restaurants lining the streets or enjoy a post-show stroll through Boston Common.


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Top hotels in Theatre District

Found Hotel Boston Common
Found Hotel Boston Common
2.5 out of 5
78 Charles Street South, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £110 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£110
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (978 reviews)
"The room was just as the pictures. Everything was clean. The person at check in was really nice & even gave me a list of restaurants around the area."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Found Hotel Boston Common
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
3.5 out of 5
275 Tremont St, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £138 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£138
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
HI Boston - Hostel
HI Boston - Hostel
2 out of 5
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA
The price is £137 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
£137
per night
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this hostel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Really good hostel and nice roommate. However something wrong with the conditioner, making really weird loud sound at night."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

HI Boston - Hostel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4.5 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is £222 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
£222
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,891 reviews)
"Stayed in the artist loft. Clean and nice. Would stay again,"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Parker House
Omni Parker House
4 out of 5
60 School St, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £160 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£160
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,501 reviews)
"We love the Parker House."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Omni Parker House
The Dagny Boston
The Dagny Boston
4 out of 5
89 Broad Street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £177 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£177
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,143 reviews)
"Our first time in Boston and the Dagny was more than we could’ve hoped for. From friendly staff members to quaint well accommodated rooms, we had a very enjoyable time. The coffee shop, Tradesman, is a must have and offers a variety of beverages, sandwiches, etc…great way to start the day. We couldn’t ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

The Dagny Boston
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Other neighbourhoods around Theatre District

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Chinatown

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown
Theatre District which includes night scenes and signage

Bay Village

While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.

Bay Village
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Beacon Hill
Downtown Boston which includes a city and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Boston
Massachusetts which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a city

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.

Government Center
Back Bay featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(192 area reviews)

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

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