West End Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Massachusetts General Hospital
If Massachusetts General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.
Museum of Science
Let your inner-geek run wild amid the hundreds of innovative, hands-on exhibits at this Boston museum.
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
2-Hour Beacon Hill True Crime Expert Guided Tour
Beacon Hill History + Scenic Photo Walking Tour (Small Group)
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Odyssey Boston Premier Elegant Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in West End
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Other neighbourhoods around West End
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.
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 New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.
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.
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.
Chinatown
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.
Charlestown
Noted for its waterfront views and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Charlestown. Top attractions like Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Community College Station or Sullivan Station to see more of the city.