Things to do in Boston

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Areas of Boston

Downtown Boston which includes night scenes and a city as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

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Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Massacre Site and Old State House, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Boston
Back Bay featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

Back Bay

Travelers love Back Bay for its popular shops, and you can see more of Boston by jumping on the metro at Copley Station or Prudential Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Copley Square and Newbury Street.

Back Bay
Seaport District which includes a city, a river or creek and a high rise building

Seaport District

A noteworthy feature of Seaport District is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Leader Bank Pavilion and Harpoon Brewery.

Seaport District
Beacon Hill which includes landscape views

Beacon Hill

Historic sites, shopping, and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Boston Common or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

Beacon Hill
Boston Harbor which includes performance art, music and a bay or harbor

North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by New England Aquarium or Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

North End
Seaport District which includes a city, a river or creek and a high rise building

South Boston

The beaches and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about South Boston. Carson Beach and Boston Design Center are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Andrew Station or Broadway Station to get around the larger area.

South Boston