Popular places to visit
Mount Auburn Cemetery
You can find out about the history of Cambridge with a stop at Mount Auburn Cemetery. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Things to do
Boston Harvard, MIT and Cambridge Private Tour
Harvard Campus Cambridge Self-Guided Walking Tour
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Freedom Trail: Small Group Tour of Revolutionary Boston
Odyssey Boston Premier Elegant Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in West Cambridge
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Other neighbourhoods around West Cambridge
Allston
Travelers choose Allston for its beautiful river views. Hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station and check out top sights like Brighton Music Hall.
Brighton
Brighton is well-liked for its live music and art galleries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Alumni Stadium and Charles River Reservation are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chiswick Rd. Station or Sutherland Rd. Station to get around.
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.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums, and historic 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.
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.
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.