Back Bay East Travel Guide

Boston

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Stay near popular Back Bay East attractions

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Copley Square

9.4/10 (7,327 reviews)
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
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Things to do

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

£36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

£52
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

£34
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

£27
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

£21
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

£23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Back Bay East

Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is £330 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£330
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,372 reviews)
"Nice hotel, convenient located in a safe and high traffic area central to back bay."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave Boston MA
The price is £373 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£373
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,343 reviews)
"The staff, everybody, from the cleaning service to the front desk to the staff in the restaurant was excellent. The hotel is very well located. As with older hotels, the restroom is somewhat small when compared to more modern hotels however, overall I recommend staying at the Fairmont Copley in ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Charlesmark Hotel

Charlesmark Hotel

4 out of 5
655 Boylston St Boston MA
The price is £300 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£300
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Charlesmark Hotel
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is £335 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£335
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is £187 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£187
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,932 reviews)
"Great spot! Love the location. We loved the attached restaurant as well."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is £259 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£259
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,006 reviews)
"We had a wonderful experience. The staff were warm and inviting. We especially enjoyed breakfast where Ilir made us feel so at home and his attentiveness was very special."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
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Where to stay in Back Bay East

Find the best Back Bay East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Boston

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.

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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.

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Seaport District

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.

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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.

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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