Back Bay East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Copley Square

Copley Square

Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.

Copley Square
Boston Marathon Finish Line

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 Marathon Finish Line
Boston Public Library

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.

Boston Public Library
John Hancock Tower

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.

John Hancock Tower
Old South Church

Old South Church

You can find out about the history of Boston with a visit to Old South Church. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Old South Church
Trinity Church Boston

Trinity Church Boston

You can find out about the history of Boston with a stop at Trinity Church Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Trinity Church Boston

Activities

Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)

AU$85
per adult
Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)
Acorn Street

Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail
"Little Italy" - North End

Highlights of Boston Private Tour

AU$1,148
per adult
Highlights of Boston Private Tour
Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

AU$1,895
per adult
Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston
Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

AU$801
per adult
Beyond Boston Freedom Trail: Private Half-Day Walking Tour
Private Tour of Boston from New York

Private Tour of Boston from New York

AU$3,459
per adult
Private Tour of Boston from New York
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Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals

The Newbury Boston
The Newbury Boston
5 out of 5
15 Arlington St, Boston, MA
The price is AU$1,020 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$1,020
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"great place"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

The Newbury Boston
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Hotel AKA Back Bay
4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$409 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$409
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,068 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
4.5 out of 5
138 Saint James Ave, Boston, MA
The price is AU$645 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$645
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I stayed 3 nights in June at the Fairmont Copley Plaza and loved every minute of it!!! - lobby reception, so friendly and when we checked in early the room was ready for us! - we enjoyed the brunch and weekday breakfasts and the menu is spectacular! Top notch menu with so many delicious options, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
The Lenox Hotel Boston
The Lenox Hotel Boston
4.5 out of 5
61 Exeter Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$581 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$581
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,046 reviews)
"Great location and location but the rooms are small . No space in the bathroom ."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

The Lenox Hotel Boston
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$435 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$435
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,606 reviews)
"Really nice property but way too busy and such a late check in"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Hilton Boston Back Bay
Hilton Boston Back Bay
4 out of 5
40 Dalton St, Boston, MA
The price is AU$426 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$426
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,119 reviews)
"Pleasant and attentive employees from the front desk to the restaurant, bar and cleaning staff. They were able to retrieve my phone charger (as I had left it in the room) 4 hours after check out. Kindly held our bags prior to departure. Great location and view from our room. I would definitely recommend ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East

Back Bay featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Back Bay
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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.

Prudential - St. Botolph
Theatre District which includes night scenes and signage

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.

Bay Village
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Beacon Hill
Theatre District featuring signage, a city and central business district

Theatre District

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Theatre District
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Chinatown

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Chinatown

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