East Cambridge Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cambridgeside Galleria
You can do some window-shopping at Cambridgeside Galleria during your visit to Cambridge. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments 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.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Boston: Charles River Sightseeing Cruise
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
New York City Day Tour from Boston
Boston's Best Freedom Trail Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Cambridge
The Royal Sonesta Boston
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Cambridge
MIT
While you're in MIT, take in top sights like MIT Museum and jump on the metro at Kendall-MIT Station to see more of the city.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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 New England Aquarium or Boston Harbor while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.