Commonwealth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Chestnut Hill Reservoir

Chestnut Hill Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chestnut Hill Reservoir during your travels in Boston. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Fenway Park which includes night scenes and a sporting event as well as a large group of people

Fenway Park

Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.

Fenway Park
Harvard University which includes heritage architecture and a city

Harvard University

Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.

Harvard University
Boston Common which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a park

Boston Common

The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.

Boston Common
New England Aquarium

New England Aquarium

From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.

New England Aquarium
Gillette Stadium

Gillette Stadium

Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Gillette Stadium

Activities

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

AU$107
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
2-Day Secret Cavern+Niagara Falls Tou

Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Boston

AU$75
per adult
Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Boston
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

AU$129
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

AU$184
per adult
Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour
Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

AU$46
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Picture 2 for Activity Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour

Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour

AU$188
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boston's North End: Secret Food Tour
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Our pick of the best Commonwealth Hotel Deals

The Boston Hotel

The Boston Hotel

2 out of 5
40 Mt Hood Road, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$357 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$357
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (694 reviews)
"I think for the price this hotel delivers. We actually like the outdoor sitting to have our morning coffee. It's an older hotel but it does the job if you're visiting. About 20 minutes by train to tourist attraction and the station is basically right outside the hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

The Boston Hotel
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$467 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$467
24 Aug - 25 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! (3,849 reviews)
It’s okay
"It was cool but the elevator button didn’t work for my floor. There is also a lot of ghetto people enjoying being hood rich for a weekend, be aware."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
citizenM Boston North Station

citizenM Boston North Station

4 out of 5
80-120 Causeway Street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$314 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$314
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,676 reviews)
Great centrally located hotel with great beds
"Beautiful! Modern and amenities were lovely. One of the most comfortable beds bar staff was incredibly friendly."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

citizenM Boston North Station
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is AU$300 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$300
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,253 reviews)
"The property & staff are excellent. The gym is not your typical hotel gym. Great location."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Seaport Hotel Boston
citizenM Boston Back Bay

citizenM Boston Back Bay

4 out of 5
408 Newbury street, Boston, MA
The price is AU$323 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$323
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,639 reviews)
"From the fun design to the fully tech-enabled room, I can’t say enough about the level of detail with CitizenM. Everything was well thought out and created a wonderful stay. Highly recommend the hotel and area restaurants."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

citizenM Boston Back Bay
Harborside Inn Of Boston

Harborside Inn Of Boston

4 out of 5
185 State St, Boston, MA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,511 reviews)
"The location is prime as the market and many other places are walkable. The hotel is a lovely place to stay."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Commonwealth

Harvard University showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Allston

3/5(1 area review)

Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.

Allston
Kenmore Square showing street scenes

Fenway–Kenmore

5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Fenway–Kenmore
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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.

Roxbury
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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
Back Bay showing 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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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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