West Somerville Travel Guide
Boston
Visit West Somerville
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch an event at Fenway Park during your trip to Boston. Attend a baseball game in this walkable area.
Harvard University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Harvard University, a top university in Boston. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Boston Common
After visiting Boston Common, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boston. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxborough. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in West Somerville
Seaport Hotel Boston
A really nice place, in a great location with excellent staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Revolution Hotel
Very clean, a lot of bathrooms on each floor. Never had to wait to use one. Greta location in Boston.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Clean Upscale And reasonably priced for Seaport. Nitpicking but wish it was an espresso machine instead of Keurig.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
The rooms are clean and comfortable. The location is great and the staff is friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
The location was fantastic! The entrance to the hotel is right next to the train stop from the airport. We were Kitty corner to the hop on hop off bus main bus stop, and a few minute walk to the ferry wharf. Best location ever! We stayed 4 nights and found we could have used more places to hang coats ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
Shawn was amazing! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday he went above and beyond! His coworker, who was there also three days, and I am sorry I cannot remember his name, was also there and very amazing during the entire three days. It was our 25th wedding anniversary. We did experience problems with the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Somerville
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.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers love about West End. Check out TD Garden or Museum of Science while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Science Park Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
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.
