Back Bay West, MA
Boston
Visit Back Bay West
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Things to do
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Back Bay West Hotel Deals
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Seaport Hotel Boston
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
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The Revolution Hotel
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Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Other neighborhoods around Back Bay West
Back Bay
Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.
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.
Fenway–Kenmore
Home to Fenway Park and the Museum of Fine Arts, this vibrant area boasts numerous educational institutions, cultural attractions, and independent shops. Easily accessible via MBTA subway and bus lines, explore Kenmore Square and admire the iconic Citgo sign.
Back Bay East
While you're in Back Bay East, take in top sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
Bay Village
While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Boston Common
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Northeastern University
- Harvard Square
- Encore Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Boston College
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Newbury Street
- Children's Hospital Boston
- Hynes Convention Center
- Tufts University
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Quincy Market
- Salem Witch Museum
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Revere Beach
- Boston Marathon Finish Line
- Museum of Science
- Kendall Square