Back Bay East Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Boston Marathon Finish Line
You can take time to visit Boston Marathon Finish Line during your travels to Boston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Boston Public Library
Boston Public Library is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Old South Church
After visiting Old South Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Trinity Church Boston
Trinity Church Boston is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
200 Clarendon Street
200 Clarendon Street is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the 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 Back Bay East
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Went on a girls trip to celebrate all of our birthdays at once. Check in was a breeze for the three rooms under my name. They were able to get on on the same floor, which was nice. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Everything felt very clean. We had some issues with the automated shades on the ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
This is a lovely hotel. Comfortable rooms and well designed as is the entire hotel. The staff however, sets it apart; courteous, available and attentive. I will repeat my visits as often as I am in Boston.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Raffles Boston
I went to raffles Boston for fiancés birthday and I called a week ahead to get the room decorated for her special day and when I showed up the room was not decorated, I then called and said they didn’t decorate the room like I asked so they asked if they could come up during dinner and decorate so ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Charlesmark Hotel
Room was clean, staff was very helpful, and great location. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Disappointing stay overall. The room was not properly cleaned on arrival, with visible hair and residue in multiple areas, which is unacceptable for a hotel of this standard. While I appreciate the refund of one night, the issue significantly impacted my stay and required escalation to resolve.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Good hotel
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East
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.
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.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center 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.
Theatre District
If you're spending time in Theatre District, you might enjoy attractions like Colonial Theatre and Citizens Opera House. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Boylston Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.
