West Cambridge Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Mount Auburn Cemetery
You can find out about the history of Cambridge with a visit to Mount Auburn Cemetery. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
American Repertory Theater
Enjoy a performance at American Repertory Theater, a popular theatre in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
John F. Kennedy Park
After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Brattle Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Brattle Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Longfellows National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Longfellows National Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture
You can find out about the history of Cambridge when you stop by Igor Fokin Memorial Sculpture. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Experience
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Top hotels in West Cambridge
Seaport Hotel Boston
Nice friendly staff and clean rooms with great location
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
This was such a fun location and a great way for people to share a room and save some money in downtown Boston. We loved the experience, the hotel, and the staff. 10/10. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Great service, staff very helpful, and parking plus overnight stay are included.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Excellent location
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Place was great. Smaller room but plenty of space. Actual keys which was unusual in a renovated property like this. Location was excellent. Parking was off site but a 5 minute walk. Zero complaints. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
Shawn was amazing! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday he went above and beyond! His coworker, who was there also three days, and I am sorry I cannot remember his name, was also there and very amazing during the entire three days. It was our 25th wedding anniversary. We did experience problems with the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
Allston
Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
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.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
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.
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.
