Back Bay East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Copley Square

Copley Square

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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

Boston By Night Experience

Boston By Night Experience

AU$78
per adult
Boston By Night Experience
Boston Sightseeing Double-decker bus is in front of Trinity Church

Boston Sightseeing Single Ride Pass With Double Decker Tour Bus

AU$68
per adult
Boston Sightseeing Single Ride Pass With Double Decker Tour Bus
Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour

Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour

AU$92
per adult
Back Bay Evening Chocolate Tour
Copley Square

Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square

AU$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour Downtown Freedom Trail + Beacon Hill & Copley Square
Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour

Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour

AU$101
per adult
Back Bay Chocolate and Art Galleries Tour
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)
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Our pick of the best Back Bay East Hotel Deals

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Hotel AKA Back Bay
4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$492 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$492
20 July - 21 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! (1,093 reviews)
"Amazing historic property, incredible staff all around. Ample rooms very well decorated and lit. Great location. An all around great experience from start to finish"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 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$570 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$570
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
Treat yourself, seriously you'll be glad you did!
"Everything, from the moment we were pulled up and were greeted at the valet, to checking in, up through checkout, was a pleasure. Everyone we encountered or interacted with was polite, extremely helpful, friendly and truly went the extra mile... Especially Cornelius! The staff at the Fairmount Copley ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 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 25 July to 26 July
AU$581
25 July - 26 July
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! (1,062 reviews)
"Always the best!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

The Lenox Hotel Boston
Raffles Boston
Raffles Boston
5 out of 5
40 Trinity Place, Boston, MA
The price is AU$1,081 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$1,081
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"Great hotel, friendly staff, great gym and spa."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Raffles 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$436 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$436
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (3,653 reviews)
"great stay as always"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
citizenM Boston Back Bay
citizenM Boston Back Bay
4 out of 5
408 Newbury street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$325 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$325
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Fenway Park and Copley Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,404 reviews)
"Good location. Cool European concept hotel. Good food and drink options. Would stay again. No onsite parking."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

citizenM Boston Back Bay
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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
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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
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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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South End

4/5(10 area reviews)

South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.

South End

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