Back Bay Boston
The Back Bay neighborhood runs along the Charles River on the opposite side of Cambridge. Upscale shopping, boutiques, art galleries, and fabulous restaurants makes this trendy neighborhood a must-see on your Boston visit. The area is home to Copley Place, Prudential Center and The John Hancock Tower, Trinity Church (one of the country's 10 finest buildings), and shopping along Newbury Street.
Much of the Back bay is built on a landfill. As a result, it is one of the few places in Boston where streets are actual laid out in a straight line. The Green line runs through the neighborhood providing easy access. Historical buildings include the Gibson House, First Baptist Church, Boston Public Library, and the Institute of Contemporary Art.
Be sure to walk down Commonwealth Ave, Boston's first planned neighborhood from the 19th century. It was modeled on the Boulevards of Paris.
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Featured Dining:
Croma
Gourmet Pizza in a stylish setting.
Grill 23 and Bar
Try one of Boston’s best Steak Houses.
Hard Rock Cafe
Copley Square Hard Rock Cafe - Some good Aerosmith stuff on display.
Stephanie’s on Newbury
Classic comfort food in Back Bay.
The Capital Grille
Award Winning Steak makes this one of our favorites.
Top of the Hub
This is the perfect setting for romance, an elegant restaurant at the top of the Prudential tower.
33 Restaurant
33 Restaurant and Lounge features New England and contemporary American cuisine.
Summer Shack
Claim to fame is the largest raw bar in New England! You can bring you Kids to this one.
Featured Pub:
Bukowskis Tavern
Small neighborhood dark with lots of character located on the west end of Back Bay.
Clery’s bar
Neighborhood Pub near Hynes Convention Center.
Cactus Club Restaurant and Bar
Best Margarita in Boston.
