What to do in Eastern Massachusetts

Activities, attractions and tours

Trinity Church Boston showing heritage architecture, a city and a garden
Boston Public Garden showing signage and a park as well as an individual male
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum featuring a garden and heritage elements
Old South Church featuring heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Boston Public Library which includes interior views

Eastern Massachusetts Attractions

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Places of interest in Eastern Massachusetts

Eastern Massachusetts is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Eastern Massachusetts, and make it a breeze to explore Eastern Massachusetts and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Eastern Massachusetts to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Eastern Massachusetts attractions

Eastern Massachusetts has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Eastern Massachusetts to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Eastern Massachusetts.

Looking for things to do in Eastern Massachusetts can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Eastern Massachusetts or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Eastern Massachusetts attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Eastern Massachusetts


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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)

The heart of America’s revolutionary history lies in the center of this city. Uncover the story of the nation and enjoy excellent arts and dining venues.

Downtown Boston
Back Bay featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(192 area reviews)

Parisian boulevards and elegant brownstones conjure a truly romantic atmosphere, perfect for strolling and window shopping.

Back Bay
Seaport District showing a city, a high-rise building and a river or creek

Seaport District

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Join excited crowds enjoying harbor-side views, Revolutionary War-era landmarks, as well as superb restaurants and museums along this thriving waterfront.

Seaport District
East Boston featuring a city, sailing and a river or creek

East Boston

3.5/5(36 area reviews)

First a shipbuilding hub and now home of Logan Airport, Boston’s easternmost neighborhood is a multicultural area with great ethnic restaurants and historic sites.

East Boston
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

Lose yourself in the charming streetscapes, historic buildings and village-like atmosphere of Boston’s oldest and wealthiest suburbs.

Beacon Hill
Boston Harbor which includes performance art, music and a bay or harbor

North End

5/5(11 area reviews)

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

North End

 

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