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Your Boston holiday

This city has bragging rights as the oldest of many things, but there’s more to Boston than first meets the eye. With a history dating back to the 17th century, the Athens of America is also home to cutting-edge museums, skyscrapers and infamous Harvard Square.

Take in the rejuvenated Boston Harbor by foot or hop a boat to the city’s islands. Watch a world-series team play baseball. Chow on fresh seafood or tour a local brewery. Marvel world-famous art collections (Museum of Fine Arts, ICA) or walk a historic trail.

Whatever you choose on your Boston vacation, let ebookers guide you with the best time to go, top 10 highlights and insider gems.

Hotels

Boston Hotels

Nightly rates from £138.76

Lenox Hotel

4 stars
4.7 / 5 180 reviews
Discerning travelers seeking a luxury hotel in Boston come to The Lenox Hotel in the historic Back Bay, at the corner of Boylston and Exeter streets in Copley Square. Our 214-room luxury boutique hotel offers the perfect complement of Old World charm and modern technology. Steps from world-class shopping on Newbury Street, fine dining, and many cultural attractions including the Museum of Fine Arts and Trinity Church, our Boston landmark, environmentally friendly hotel provides everything one needs for an enjoyable stay including complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout the hotel.
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Nightly rates from £54.31

The Boston Park Plaza Hotel

3 stars
3.7 / 5 288 reviews
Located in the heart of historic Back Bay, The Boston Park Plaza Hotel is one of Boston's most recognized and renowned landmarks. The hotel is located only 3 miles from Logan International Airport and 200 yards from the nation's first public parks, Boston Common & the Public Garden. The hotel is also accessible to shopping along world renowned Newbury Street, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the Theatre & Financial Districts and most historic landmarks. The hotel is one of the most recognizable buildings in Boston. Earth tones, wide columns, marble floors and exquisite carpets dot the lobby. Guests can dine in nine distinct restaurants, from the casual Au Bon Pain and Ben & Jerry's to the more upscale Smith & Wollensky or Pairings Statler Lounge. A 24-hour complimentary fitness center allows guests access to an in-hotel gym while all-day in-room dining is available seven days a week from 6 AM to 2 PM and 3 PM to 11 PM. The hotel also offers 65,000 square feet of flexible function space, a 24-hour business center . Open since 1927, The Boston Park Plaza Hotel is a member of the Historic Hotels of America. In its original splendor, The Boston Park Plaza provides sophisticated elegance in 941 graciously appointed and distinctively decorated guestrooms & suites. A blissful retreat from the sights and sounds of the city, the hotel's guestrooms offer custom contemporary style furnishings and conveniences which include: 24-hour room service, state-of-the-art climate control system, video-on-demand and much more.
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Nightly rates from £80.91

Omni Parker House

4 stars
4.2 / 5 362 reviews
The Omni Parker House, member of Historic Hotels of America, is proud to have the best location in the city of Boston. Situated along the Freedom Trail, at the foot of Beacon Hill, the Boston Common and Public Garden, next to Downtown Crossing, we are minutes away from Logan International Airport, all major subway lines, the Theater District, Faneuil Hall and cultural attractions including the Museum of Fine Art and New England Aquarium. The only aspect more famous than our location is our culinary legacy. From hiring the first celebrity French Chef in America, Chef Sanzian, in 1855 to launching the culinary careers of Emeril Lagasse, Lydia Shire, and Jasper White, to being the birthplace of Boston Cream Pie, Parker House rolls and the term Scrod, and now introducing their own Boston cream pie ice cream. Today, our Executive Chef prepares classic New England cuisine with contemporary flair in our three outlets, including fine dining in Parker's Restaurant and lighter, more casual fare in The Last Hurrah and Parker's Bar, as well as banquet feasts for groups up to 400. Our luxury hotel has 551 guestrooms and suites and 18 function rooms including the roof top ballroom, with spectacular views of the city skyline. Additional hotel features include, concierge service, valet parking, gym facility, room service, coffee shop, business center, wireless internet and our Select Guest Rewards customer loyalty program. Whether you are traveling with a partner, family, friends, or traveling for business, our timeless charm, modern amenities, culinary creations and gracious hospitality guarantee a wonderful stay for all. Hotel is 100 percent smoke free.
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Nightly rates from £76.80

Hyatt Regency Boston

4 stars
3.9 / 5 206 reviews
Experience the excitement of the city at Hyatt Regency Boston, our award winning upscale hotel is centrally located in downtown Boston. All 500 guestrooms feature Sealy plush mattresses with feather down beds, full bath amenities with Portico products and flat screen cable television with in-room movies. Rejuvenate your body in the indoor swimming pool, sun terrace, eucalyptus steam room and two dry saunas which lies adjacent to our state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment featuring LifeFitness machines and flat screen televisions. Engage yourself utilizing the high-speed wireless Internet access in all public areas, restaurants and guest rooms or in the 24-hour Business Center. Convene in one of the 21 beautifully renovated function rooms that totals 30,000 square feet featuring attached outdoor terraces and dedicated boardrooms. Our Hyatt hotel proudly presents Avenue One, a premier Boston theater district restaurant. Enjoy our elegant main dining room and atrium and our hip, upscale Lobby Bar. Experience the innovative cuisine and incomparable service that have made our hotel a favorite among downtown Boston restaurants. Whether you want to arrange a breakfast meeting, a gourmet meal, have burgers and colas, or a late night snack from room service our creative collection of restaurants offer tempting choices for every occasion and every guest.
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Loews Boston Back Bay Hotel

4 stars
4.5 / 5 207 reviews
The Back Bay Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Boston*s Back Bay and housed in the historic, former Boston Police Headquarters built in the 1920s. The Back Bay Hotel has 225 rooms and suites and is only steps away from Boston*s most prominent businesses, dinning, and cultural destinations. The Back Bay Hotel is 15 minutes from Boston*s Logan Airport and two blocks away from the Back Bay Amtrak Acela station.
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Flights

Flights to Boston

Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip fares
London Boston Wed, 6 Mar - Wed, 13 Mar £421
Manchester Boston Wed, 6 Mar - Wed, 13 Mar £420
Edinburgh Boston Mon, 11 Mar - Mon, 18 Mar £445
Dublin Boston Tue, 16 Apr - Mon, 29 Apr £352
Birmingham Boston Tue, 26 Feb - Tue, 5 Mar £427
Glasgow Boston Mon, 4 Mar - Mon, 11 Mar £426
Newcastle Upon Tyne Boston Wed, 6 Mar - Wed, 20 Mar £439
New York Boston Fri, 8 Mar - Thu, 14 Mar £114
Geneva Boston Fri, 29 Mar - Tue, 2 Apr £605
Aberdeen Boston Thu, 21 Mar - Thu, 4 Apr £549
Humberside Boston Sun, 24 Feb - Sun, 3 Mar Check rates
Belfast Boston Thu, 11 Apr - Thu, 9 May £437
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Best time to take a holiday to Boston

  • For the quintessential Boston vacation, early fall delivers in every way: Gorgeous fall foliage, cool temperatures, rowing regattas -- like the nation’s largest Head of the Charles celebration -- Thanksgiving dinner and hot toddies. If you don’t mind cold temperatures and snow, visit in winter when some hotels offer deeper discounts.

    Spring is beautiful with blossoming trees, baseball at Fenway Park, Patriots Day and the annual Boston Marathon. Temperate weather is typical but often accompanied by rain through mid-June. Summers may be hot and humid, but there’s something special about a Boston summer vacation, especially over the 4th of July.

Boston highlights

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  • Prudential Skywalk Observatory

    Who says you can’t sightsee and shop at the same time? Located on the 50th floor of Boston’s second tallest skyscraper, the Observatory offers a cutting-edge audio tour against 360-degree views of Boston and beyond. After a woozy, breathtaking twirl, take the elevator back down to shop at stores like Club Monaco, Sephora, Gucci and Saks.

  • Museum of Fine Arts

    Home to some of the most iconic American art collections in the world (this is Boston, after all) don't miss Paul Revere's Sons of Liberty Bowl, John Singer Sargent's The Daughters of Edward Darley Boit, and Joseph Stellas Old Brooklyn Bridge. The stunning Art of Americas Wing, new in 2010, is also worth a visit.

  • New England Aquarium

    Step inside to witness the jaw-dropping Giant Ocean Tank. This awesome, 4-story, 200-gallon centerpiece exhibit swims with sharks, stingrays, barracuda, reef-dwelling fish and more. Enjoy seals, sea lions, trainer interactions and hands-on activities at the Marine Mammal Center. Countless other exhibits reveal penguins, sea dragons, jellyfish and more.

  • The Freedom Trail

    Walk in the footsteps of America's forefathers on the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail. Highlights include Boston Common, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King's Chapel, the first public school in America, Old State House, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House and Bunker Hill Monument.

  • Institute of Contemporary Art

    For a twist on history, the ICA is living proof of the compelling tension between old and new. Founded in 1936, the museum re-opened in 2006 within a stunning glass and metal waterfront masterpiece. With a long-standing reputation for discovering Expressionists Edvard Munch and Cubist George Braque, the ICA’s exhibits are reliably provocative. The permanent collection includes works from Marlene Dumas, Thomas Hirschhorn and Shepard Fairey.

  • The Emerald Necklace

    Designed in 1896, Boston’s six connected public parks and waterways span from the Back Bay to Dorchester with green open spaces, rivers and ponds, bridges, monuments and wildlife. Parks include Boston Common, Public Garden, Black Bay Fens with its Victory Garden and Jamaica Pond -- a favorite among runners, dog-walkers and skippers.

  • The Boston HarborWalk

    Explore the city’s waterfront neighborhoods, downtown district and maritime industrial areas. (HarborWalk runs from Chelsea Creek to the Neponset River through East Boston, Charleston North End, downtown, South Boston, and Dorchester.) If you’re traveling by boat, hop off at boating centers and public launches connected to HarborWalk to see more of Boston Harbor.

  • The Museum of Science

    Follow the "oohs" and "ahhs" to countless exhibits, including the Elihu Thomson Theater of Electricity, the Charles Hayden Planetarium, the Mugar Omni Theater, the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center, the 3-D Digital Cinema and the Butterfly Garden.

  • The JFK Presidential Library and Museum

    Journey into the life of John F. Kennedy Jr. at this popular Boston attraction where exhibitions include the space program, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Kennedy-Nixon Debate, the 1960s campaign and the famously sophisticated Jackie Kennedy.

  • Harvard Square

    Defined by the intersections of Massachusetts Avenue, Brattle Street, and John F. Kennedy Street in Cambridge, the Square is home to Brattle Theater, Club Passim (legendary jazz), Grendel’s Den (famous eats), and the American Repertory Theater. Make like a local genius and stop at notable bookstores like the 1882-established Harvard Coop or stroll the Harvard University campus.

Top Boston attractions

  • Copley Square

    Enjoy the lush park area or explore one of the area's many historic buildings.

    Paul Revere House

    Once home to the famous patriot, this home was almost 100 years old when he and his family moved in.

    Museum of Fine Arts

    Founded in 1870, this is one of the oldest museums in the United States.

    John Hancock Tower

    Seemingly out of place, this modern skyscraper beautifully reflects the city's surrounding landmarks.

    USS Constitution

    Known as Old Ironsides, this is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat in the world.

    Bunker Hill Monument

    This structure serves as a monument to those who lost their lives during the Battle of Bunker Hill.

    New England Aquarium

    View sea turtles, jellyfish and penguins, or enjoy a movie at the IMAX Theatre.

    Fenway Park

    This charming ballpark is home to the famed Boston Red Sox.

    Trinity Church

    Designed by Henry Hobson Richardson, this Romanesque church was modelled after buildings in southern France.

    Faneuil Hall

    With ample dining establishments, diverse shops and dazzling street performers, this marketplace is a great place to spend the day.

Insider tips for Boston travel

  • Boston cream pie

    Order Boston cream pie at the historic Omni Parker House, where the pie and state’s official desert was first invented.

  • Transportation

    Zip around to city hotels and landmarks on Boston’s 125-station underground "T" train system for only $2 USD (kids ride free).

  • Restaurant Week

    Come in August when more than 200 restaurants offer unique three-course prix fixe menus at a steal.

  • Self-guided walks

    Get to know Boston with popular self-guided walks of the Freedom Trail, Black Heritage Trail and Boston HarborWalk, all of which are free.

  • America's oldest restaurant

    Dine at The Union Oyster House, the oldest restaurant in continuous service in the U.S. with doors open since 1826. Enjoy New England faves like scallops, lobster, clams and scrod.

  • Doyle's Braddock Café

    This authentic Boston pub serves cider, beer and fresh pizza.

    Harvard Bridge

    Offering spectacular views of the city, this bridge overlooks the Charles River.

    Omni Parker House

    Both Malcolm X and Ho Chi Minh worked at this historic hotel, which serves pot roast and other New England favourites.

    Mike & Patty's

    Located in Bay Village, this charming eatery is known for its delicious breakfast and locally roasted coffee.

    Mike's Pastry

    Located on Hanover Street, this bakery has been serving up tasty baked goods for over 50 years.

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