East Boston Travel Guide

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

Discover East Boston, Boston’s gateway to the rest of the world. The neighbourhood was established in 1836, when five islands in Boston Harbour were connected using landfill. Through the centuries, it has expanded from seaport to airport. Discover the neighbourhood’s rich patchwork of cultures and fascinating history.

Spend the afternoon outdoors at Piers Park. Walk along the 600-foot (180-metre) promenade and enjoy the great views of downtown Boston across the harbour. Rent a boat to explore the Inner Harbour and Harbour Islands or take a sailing lesson at Piers Park Sailing Centre.

East Boston is home to one of the city’s most popular beaches. Have fun in the sun at Constitution Beach. Build a sandcastle, prepare a picnic or play a tennis match.

Learn about the neighbourhood’s history at East Boston Branch Library. Established in 1869, it has the distinction of being one of the nation’s first branch libraries. Check out The History of Shipping, paintings that explore East Boston’s rich shipbuilding history.

Visit the iconic Madonna Shrine, located atop a hill in the neighbourhood’s historic Orient Heights area. Take a photo of the 35-foot (10-metre) copper and bronze statue of the Madonna. Enjoy panoramic views of the waterfront and Boston skyline.

Meet the many cultures that mix together in East Boston. The neighbourhood has always been an immigrant hub. It has a well-established Italian and Irish population, with a growing community of people from Central and South America and Southeast Asia. This diversity is reflected in its rich array of ethnic restaurants and shops. Come to the neighbourhood with a hearty appetite.

East Boston is a gateway to the rest of the world because of Logan Airport. The international airport offers hundreds of daily flights around the world. To explore closer to home, visit downtown Boston just across the Boston Harbour. Drive through the Sumner Tunnel or Ted Williams Tunnel or take the Blue Line subway to get there.

Stay near popular East Boston attractions

Suffolk University

7.8/10 (42 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe at Suffolk University during your visit to Boston. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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

Rp918.846
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour

Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour

Rp580.418
per adult
Ghosts & Gravestones Nightwalk Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

Rp485.765
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
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Boston CityPASS: Admission to Top 4 Boston Attractions

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

Rp1.500.156
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Boston Summer Nights Tour

Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise

Rp900.094
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston Summer Nights Tour and River Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

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

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80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
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Top hotels in East Boston

Hilton Boston Logan Airport

Hilton Boston Logan Airport

4 out of 5
One Hotel Drive Boston MA
The price is Rp4.526.128 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp4.526.128
Rp5.270.676 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,816 reviews)
"Super convenient location - within the airport. Dog friendly. Perfect when you have a late flight into or an early flight out of Logan. Staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Hilton Boston Logan Airport
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

4 out of 5
101 Harborside Drive Boston MA
The price is Rp3.942.620 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp3.942.620
Rp5.039.205 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,957 reviews)
"It was very convenient to the airport. Front desk, staff un knowledgeable regarding area restaurants. Restaurant food average way overpriced and extremely slow service. We were there at 9:15 at night and didn’t get food until almost 10."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

3.5 out of 5
207 Porter St Boston MA
The price is Rp4.099.966 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp4.099.966
Rp4.774.410 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is Rp3.566.279 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp3.566.279
Rp4.764.217 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (4,582 reviews)
"We had the king harbor view and it was one of the best hotel rooms we’ve ever stayed in, large, comfortable, beautiful and fabulous views! Worth the extra money! Everything was meticulously clean and staff was very helpful. Walter was particularly helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is Rp2.567.721 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.567.721
Rp2.990.119 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,748 reviews)
"It was clean, the staff was helpful. There was no maid service. We realized after a couple of days and the trash built up and the towels never dried. We asked for clean towels and they were delivered. The room was smaller than a small camper. The bed filled the room so one of us had to crawl over ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

The Revolution 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 Rp4.286.703 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp4.286.703
Rp5.722.324 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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
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Where to stay in East Boston

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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 Acorn Street or Charles Street 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 New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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