Beacon Hill

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Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill which includes a house and heritage architecture
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Beacon Hill which includes heritage architecture, a city and a house

Take a walk through the charming streets, historic buildings and small-town atmosphere of Boston’s oldest and wealthiest suburbs.

With cobbled pavements and old-fashioned street lamps, the small suburb of Beacon Hill is one of Boston’s most historic and atmospheric neighbourhoods. Most houses in this area have been built in the 18th and 19th Centuries and are beautifully preserved.

Beacon Hill dates back to 1625 and is filled with historic architecture, with federal-style row houses sitting alongside grand family homes that cannot fail to impress. The Nichols House Museum is a four-storey town house that was built at the start of the 19th Century. Home to a fascinating collection of crafts, furniture and everyday possessions of the people who lived in Beacon Hill in the early 1900s, the museum makes for an interesting visit for those curious about the area’s history.

You can easily explore Beacon Hill alone as the neighbourhood is compact and friendly, with plenty of picturesque streets and corners. Alternatively you can use the services of a guide or group walking tour, which offers a more detailed look into the neighbourhood’s history. It is worth stopping by the pretty Acorn Street to take a photo or two. Also of interest are Mount Vernon Street and Louisburg Square, where you can see examples of wealthy and exclusive Boston homes.

There are many things to see and do in Beacon Hill. The Cheers Beacon Hill is the traditional pub that inspired the hit TV show Cheers, while shopaholics should head to the wide Charles Street, which is lined with a number of good antique and craft shops. The beautiful Boston Athenaeum is an impressive private library near the Granary Burying Grounds that is appreciated for both its elegant decoration and extensive library collection.

If you can, try and pay a visit to Beacon Hill during the winter holiday season, when the neighbourhood gets even lovelier as snow covers the historic streets and buildings.

Beacon Hill is easily reached by car, bus or subway. It is located just north of Boston Common and the Boston Public Garden.


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Top hotels in Beacon Hill

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is P11,557 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P11,557
P15,771 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,820 reviews)
"Lovely upscale hotel. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. This hotel is in an Ideal location, within walking distance walking distance of tourist attractions. Roof top pool is clean and enjoyable. The beds are comfortable, the bathroom and shower are clean and relaxing. I recommend staying ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza, Boston, MA
The price is P9,117 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P9,117
P12,929 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,195 reviews)
"It’s Hilton, so you’re getting excellent service. I had room service and laundry. They were prompt and the food was great. The dinning area downstairs was convenient and there was a good selection of food options. Its downtown Boston location was very convenient. I walked to many the tourist spots ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hilton Boston Park Plaza
citizenM Boston Back Bay

citizenM Boston Back Bay

4 out of 5
408 Newbury street, Boston, MA
The price is P10,725 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P10,725
P12,490 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Fenway Park and Copley Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,609 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

citizenM Boston Back Bay
citizenM Boston North Station

citizenM Boston North Station

4 out of 5
80-120 Causeway Street, Boston, MA
The price is P9,874 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P9,874
P11,499 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,642 reviews)
"Room was updated and modern. Breakfast and coffee was about the worst I’ve experienced but my husband and I are realist"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

citizenM Boston North Station
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,112 reviews)
"Amazing stafd"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

The Revolution Hotel
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

4 out of 5
101 Harborside Drive, Boston, MA
The price is P9,988 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P9,988
P13,049 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,566 reviews)
BOS convenience and comfort
"Convenient to the airport. Walking trail bordering the harbor. Beautiful view of the harbor, day or night. Nice hotel restaurant."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
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Other neighbourhoods around Beacon Hill

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Downtown Crossing

Orpheum Theater and The Freedom Trail are top sights in Downtown Crossing, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Downtown Crossing Station or Park St. Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Crossing
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Back Bay East

While you're in Back Bay East, take in top sights like Copley Square or Old South Church, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.

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West End

The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travelers 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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Chinatown

Theaters and historic sites are just a few things travelers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown
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Government Center

While you're in Government Center, take in top sights like Faneuil Hall Marketplace or Boston City Hall Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.

Government Center
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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.

Bay Village

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