Popular places to visit
Harvard Square
With a visit to Harvard Square, a favourite shopping spot in Cambridge, you can browse for souvenirs. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Wheeler Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wheeler Park, a lovely green space in Cambridge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event 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.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States has been the stage for centuries of drama. These days it’s the perfect place to unwind.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Things to do
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
City Cruises: Boston Harbor New England Aquarium Whale-Watching Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
City Cruises Boston: Premier Elegant Dinner Cruise
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Riverside
The Revolution Hotel
Comfortable, great location, very clean shared bathrooms. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Really lovely hotel in a nice new area of Boston.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Seaport Hotel Boston
Clean and comfortable. Couldn’t watch Netflix or prime video
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Dagny Boston
Very clean and friendly staff. We LOVED the sweet little man in the hat that greeted us each day and asked if we needed help with our bags! Was a bit noisy throughout the night but was outside noise, street sweepers, honking cars etc. not hotels fault.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
The reception clerk did not mention to me that I paid for two breakfasts. I had to find out for myself.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Encore Boston Harbor
Amazing!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
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.
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
Prudential - St. Botolph
While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.
West End
The fantastic nightlife and beautiful gardens are a few things travellers 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.
