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.
TD Garden
Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Things to do
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River
Top hotels in Riverside
Seaport Hotel Boston
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
The Revolution Hotel
Room and hotel was very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
citizenM Boston North Station
Perfect room, loved that you can decide when you need cleaning/housekeeping, room had everything we needed and was super comfy and I loved how everything was controlled by phone or the Ipad, would recommend to everyone! This hotel was in a great location too and you couldn't hear any noise from outside ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Dagny Boston
The hotel was great! Stayed before and after a cruise and each room we stayed in was clean and the hotel staff was really nice. Within walking distance to a lot of things. Would stay here again for sure!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Amazing service, upgrades and the in-house dining is amazing!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
citizenM Boston Back Bay
Excellent rooms, staff and location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
Allston
Spend some time visiting places like Brighton Music Hall while getting to know Allston, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Harvard Av. Station or Packards Corner Station to see more of the area.
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.
Riverside
- Fenway Park
- TD Garden
- Harvard University
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Encore Boston Harbor
- Boston Harbor
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Hynes Convention Center
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Salem Witch Museum
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- The Shops at Prudential Center
- Boston Marathon Finish Line
