West End Travel Guide
Boston





Popular places to visit

TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Massachusetts General Hospital
If Massachusetts General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.

Museum of Science
Let your inner-geek run wild amid the hundreds of innovative, hands-on exhibits at this Boston museum.
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary
If Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.
Shriners Hospital for Children
If Shriners Hospital for Children is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Boston.
New England Sports Museum
You can study the exhibits at New England Sports Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Boston. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments 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

Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Top hotels in West End

citizenM Boston North Station
Location was one of the only pluses being walking to the Garden. It was extremely expensive, no parking so had to pay additional for that, no ventilation in bathroom, minimal amenities in room (2 towels, no facecloth, etc) and you could hear everything all night in hall so no sound proof really, ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill
Property dated. No darkening shades. City lights all night. No regular coffee in room. Only decaf.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Eurostars The Boxer
Good services great breakfast. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station
Had issues and the staff didnt fix them.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Nice
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Second stay here. This is now our go to hotel in Boston. Excellent staff, location, and wonderful lobby/lounge. Can’t wait to return.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End

Government Center
If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Boston City Hall Plaza or Boston City Hall 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 Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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 Massacre Site and Old State House, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing 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 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.

Downtown Crossing
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Orpheum Theater to Old South Meeting House – discover Downtown Crossing, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Boston Financial District
Boston Massacre Site and Old State House are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Boston Financial District. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views.
