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Popular places to visit
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Activities
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
North End Boston Mafia Exploration Game and Tour
Boston Fenway Park: 1-Hour Guided Walking Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around West Newton
Brighton
Get to know Brighton and its many features like its live music and art galleries. You might want to explore sights like Conte Forum and Alumni Stadium, and you can jump on the metro at Chiswick Rd. Station or Sutherland Rd. Station to get around the city.
Allston
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.
Jamaica Plain
Check out the breweries while you're in Jamaica Plain. Hop on the metro at Green Street Station and Heath Street Station to see top sights like Arnold Arboretum and Axiom.
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.
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.
MIT
While you're in MIT, take in top sights like MIT Museum and jump on the metro at Kendall-MIT Station to see more of the city.
- Boston Common
- Harvard University
- Fenway Park
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Hynes Convention Center
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Quincy Market
- Prudential Tower
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum