Back Bay East Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.

Boston Marathon Finish Line
You can take time to visit Boston Marathon Finish Line during your travels to Boston. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Boston Public Library
Boston Public Library is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Old South Church
After visiting Old South Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Trinity Church Boston
Trinity Church Boston is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

200 Clarendon Street
200 Clarendon Street is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do

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

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Experience

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Top hotels in Back Bay East

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Very friendly, beautiful hotel, very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

The Newbury Boston
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Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
The hotel and restaurant staff are both incredible. They're kind and helpful while being down to earth. The property is lovely, but the staff are what make a tremendous difference.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Raffles Boston

Charlesmark Hotel
The cafe attached was amazing, and I love the discount they give you. The staff was very helpful and kind!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
Convenient location, very helpful valet staff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
