Back Bay East Travel Guide
Boston
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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.
John Hancock Tower
You can learn about the history of Boston with a trip to John Hancock Tower. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
Things to do
Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square
Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail
Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)
Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour
Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)
Top hotels in Back Bay East
The Lenox Hotel Boston
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
The Newbury Boston
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
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 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.
Theatre District
If you're spending time in Theatre District, you might enjoy attractions like Colonial Theatre and Boston 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.
