East Boston Travel Guide

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First a shipbuilding hub and now home of Logan Airport, Boston’s easternmost neighborhood is a multicultural area with great ethnic restaurants and historic sites.

Discover East Boston, Boston’s gateway to the rest of the world. The neighborhood was established in 1836, when five islands in Boston Harbor were connected using landfill. Through the centuries, it has expanded from seaport to airport. Discover the neighborhood’s rich patchwork of cultures and fascinating history.

Spend the afternoon outdoors at Piers Park. Walk along the 600-foot (180-meter) promenade and enjoy the great views of downtown Boston across the harbor. Rent a boat to explore the Inner Harbor and Harbor Islands or take a sailing lesson at Piers Park Sailing Center.

East Boston is home to one of the city’s most popular beaches. Have fun in the sun at Constitution Beach. Build a sandcastle, prepare a picnic or play a tennis match.

Learn about the neighborhood’s history at East Boston Branch Library. Established in 1869, it has the distinction of being one of the nation’s first branch libraries. Check out The History of Shipping, paintings that explore East Boston’s rich shipbuilding history.

Visit the iconic Madonna Shrine, located atop a hill in the neighborhood’s historic Orient Heights area. Take a photo of the 35-foot (10-meter) copper and bronze statue of the Madonna. Enjoy panoramic views of the waterfront and Boston skyline.

Meet the many cultures that mix together in East Boston. The neighborhood has always been an immigrant hub. It has a well-established Italian and Irish population, with a growing community of people from Central and South America and Southeast Asia. This diversity is reflected in its rich array of ethnic restaurants and shops. Come to the neighborhood with a hearty appetite.

East Boston is a gateway to the rest of the world because of Logan Airport. The international airport offers hundreds of daily flights around the world. To explore closer to home, visit downtown Boston just across the Boston Harbor. Drive through the Sumner Tunnel or Ted Williams Tunnel or take the Blue Line subway to get there.


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Our pick of the best East Boston Hotel Deals

Hilton Boston Logan Airport
Hilton Boston Logan Airport
4 out of 5
One Hotel Drive, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$268 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,025 reviews)
"So easy"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hilton Boston Logan Airport
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
4 out of 5
101 Harborside Drive, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$310 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,300 reviews)
"Beautiful waterfront location with water taxi right out front. My room was big and comfortable with such an amazing view of the city and harbor. Loved the products they provided for shampoo, body wash, lotion. Breakfast was good and the convenience of getting to airport was great!"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport
Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport
3.5 out of 5
207 Porter St, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$227 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,023 reviews)
"Easy and convenient for an overnight stay close to the airport!"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
3 out of 5
100 Boardman St, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$251 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,883 reviews)
"Really clean with very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport
3 out of 5
225 William F. McClellan Highway, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$242 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,469 reviews)
"recommend anyone"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport
Seaport Hotel Boston
Seaport Hotel Boston
4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is NZ$327 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,587 reviews)
"TV wasnt working properly. But really did not need it."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Seaport Hotel Boston
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Other neighbourhoods around East Boston

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North End

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. 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
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Charlestown

4/5(6 area reviews)

Noted for its waterfront views and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Charlestown. Top attractions like Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Community College Station or Sullivan Station to see more of the city.

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Government Center

If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Boston City Hall Plaza or Boston Public Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.

Government Center
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Downtown Boston

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

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West End

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

West End
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Seaport District

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Leader Bank Pavilion and Harpoon Brewery.

Seaport District


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