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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
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
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Illustrious Schools: Group Tour of MIT And Harvard
Harvard University Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game
Harvard Square Cambridge Food & Walking Tour
Harvard’s Secret Society: The Porcelain Club Puzzle Quest
Top hotels in Riverside
Seaport Hotel Boston
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Reviewed on 25 Aug 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 Old South Church 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.
- Harvard Square
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Copley Place
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- The Shops at Prudential Center