Dorchester Travel Guide
Boston
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Popular places to visit
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
You can study the exhibits at John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
University of Massachusetts Boston
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Massachusetts Boston during your trip to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Boston Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Boston Winery during your travels to Boston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Edward Kennedy Institute for the US Senate
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Edward Kennedy Institute for the US Senate during your travels in Boston. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Massachusetts Archives and Commonwealth Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Massachusetts Archives and Commonwealth Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Pope John Paul II Park Reservation
You can take time to visit Pope John Paul II Park Reservation during your travels to Boston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
The Escape Game Dedham: 60-Minute Adventures at Legacy Place
Top hotels in Dorchester
Home2 Suites by Hilton Boston South Bay
Clean room, need to work on better electric burner was not working.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Room was spotless. Staff was accommodating and friendly. Only complaint is towels were too rough and stiff. Need a little bit softener. Otherwise, happy with my stay and will book there again in the future.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Clean and amenities were great
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Nice staff, great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Revolution Hotel
This was good for a quick stay. The single room was small, but comfortable and had everything you’d need in a hotel. The only problem I had was with parking. Although it is mentioned that there is no parking lot, I was not aware that my only feasible option was staying in a parking garage for an ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Langham, Boston
beautiful, clean rooms, well appointed
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dorchester
Dudley - Brunswick King
If you're spending some time in Dudley - Brunswick King, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Archives and Prince Hall Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
South Boston
South Boston is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Carson Beach and Flynn Cruiseport Boston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Andrew Station or Broadway Station to get around.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
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.
