Back Bay East Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Copley Square
You can learn about the local history of Boston during your trip to a well-known site such as Copley Square. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Boston Marathon Finish Line
You can take time to visit Boston Marathon Finish Line during your travels to Boston. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
Old South Church
After visiting Old South Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Trinity Church Boston
Trinity Church Boston is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
200 Clarendon Street
200 Clarendon Street is just one of the places to see in Boston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Back Bay East
The Newbury Boston
Staff was friendly and flexible ! Rooms were spacious and beautiful, the housekeeping was not as clean or organized or detailed as other places I’ve been to but still good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Raffles Boston
memories were great.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Charlesmark Hotel
Excellent location, close to the train stations. Great staff. Room was very well thought out and pretty. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
The staff was so nice and the check-in was easy. It was a nicely decorated boutique hotel that I would definitely stay in again. It was close to absolutely everything; the Freedom Trail, North End, Harbor, Boston Common, and there was a subway station immediately outside of the hotel. The only downside ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hilton Boston Back Bay
Check in was great. I'm tall, so I struggle with looking down at name tags. It feels awkward, especially if someone presents as female, I am a male. My check in attendant was helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. I appreciate them, but I didn't catch their name. Maybe at check there could be a nameplate? ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay East
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Blue Man Group and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
Beacon Hill
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.
Theatre District
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.
Chinatown
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.
