Back Bay East

Boston, MA

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Back Bay East - Boston, MA

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The outdoors, fashion, and history meet in this hip town

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Situated within walking distance of Downtown Boston, Back Bay East is a buzzing town located along the Charles River. Back Bay East features some of Boston’s most historic staples like Copley Square, the Boston Public Library, and Trinity Church. Stroll through Back Bay East’s historic streets lined with Victorian brownstone homes to get to Newbury Street, where residents and visitors can stop in at art galleries, shop at high-end shops, and dine at cozy cafes. To enjoy the beauty of New England, head to the center of the neighborhood to Commonwealth Avenue and admire the monuments located along the greenway. Residents also enjoy journeying to the riverfront for views of the water at Charles River Esplanades.

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Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

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Rider's Paradise

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

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Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Boston Public Garden
  • Boston African American National Historic Site
  • Boston National Historical Park
  • Museum of Science
  • Charles River Reservation

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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