Popular places to visit
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chestnut Hill Reservoir during your travels in Boston. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Brighton
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.
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.
Jamaica Plain
Check out the breweries while you're in Jamaica Plain. Hop on the metro at Green Street Station and Heath Street Station to see top sights like Axiom and Arnold Arboretum.
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
MIT
While you're in MIT, take in top sights like MIT Museum and jump on the metro at Kendall-MIT Station to see more of the city.
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Newbury Street to Boston Marathon Finish Line – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.