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.
Mount Auburn Hospital
If Mount Auburn Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cambridge.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries.
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 art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark
Top hotels in West Cambridge
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
PERFECT
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The room was clean and comfortable. Location was excellent being able to walk to many food options.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Loved the location...Just steps away from the Harbor...RJ
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
The bar was great! No coffee!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Dagny Boston
Great hotel would stay again
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Revolution Hotel
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Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
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.
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.
