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 vibrant area.
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
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 Common
The oldest public park in the United States has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
Things to do
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Experience
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Top hotels in Dorchester
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston Bayside
"The best thing about this hotel is the location a short walk from the waterfront with a beach, boardwalk and gazebo-like structure and nice views. The lobby is a comfortable place to chat and enjoy coffee, etc. The café is very expensive and should have some less expensive options. The least expensive ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Boston
"The staff couldn't have been sweeter, and there are eating options, and a drugstore and convenience store nearby. That's where it ends. My towels had hair on them, and they were replace with towels that had a hair on it. There was a stain on the bedsheets, no microwave in the room, tabletop ironing ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Homestay In Fields Corner Area Boston
"I got as far as driving into the neighborhood and decided it did not feel safe and would not be comfortable parking my vehicle. I drove the 2.5 hours home rather than stay there"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
"The Boston Seaport Hotel was the perfect location for my visit. It afforded easy walking distance to things I wanted to do and see. And easy access to public transportation. We stayed in a spacious room (king size bed) and it was lovely, quiet, very comfortable, and well maintained by housekeeping. ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
"Warm welcome and well situated for enjoying the beautiful city of Boston. Rooms small and comfortable bed. However, lacking in surfaces for products and drawer space for storage."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
"My family and I stayed for two nights and it was absolutely incredible. One of the nicest hotels we've ever stayed in. Everything from the service to the food and the room of course were perfect! We had an incredible view of the city from our 18th floor room. That pool and hot tub especially were ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dorchester
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 Boston Design Center 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.
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.
