Theatre District Travel Guide

Boston
Theatre District featuring signage, a city and central business district
From Broadway musicals to the ballet to the Blue Man Group, you have a wide selection of performances at your fingertips in Boston’s premier cultural district.

Boston’s Theatre District is a fantastic destination for staged entertainment in the city. Get your ticket and enjoy top quality entertainment. Discover an array of theatrical talent, ranging from stand-up comedies to extravagant musical productions, in the heart of downtown Boston.

Walk along Washington and Tremont streets and check out the shows currently playing. The Theatre District offers a range of performance spaces, from iconic theatres that seat thousands to intimate black box stages.

See a lavish production at Boston Opera House. The ornate French and Italian style theatre is known for putting on headline productions, such as Broadway musicals. Watch the Boston Ballet’s annual performance of Nutcracker here during November and December.

Prepare to laugh your way through any performance at Charles Playhouse. While the red-brick building may look unassuming from the outside, this black box theatre hosts two of Boston’s most unconventional acts: Shear Madness and the Blue Man Group.

If you prefer music concerts to theatrical productions, visit the Orpheum. The historic theatre attracts world-class musicians, bands and rock stars.

Time your visit around summer so you can attend Shakespeare on the Common. Every July and August, the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company gives free performances of a Shakespeare play. Spread out your blanket on the Boston Common’s green lawn and enjoy theatre under the stars. Come early to hear jazz music performed by students and alumni of the New England Conservatory.

Even if you don’t have time to stay for a show, take a few minutes to walk through the lobbies of some of the Theatre District’s most beautiful venues. The Schubert and Wang theatres are known for being particularly stunning.

The Theatre District is in the heart of downtown Boston. Have a delicious meal at one of the restaurants lining the streets or enjoy a post-show stroll through Boston Common.


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Top hotels in Theatre District

Found Hotel Boston Common
Found Hotel Boston Common
2.5 out of 5
78 Charles Street South, Boston, MA
The price is ฿3,337 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿3,337
฿3,886 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,131 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay in this hotel. Thanks"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Found Hotel Boston Common
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
3.5 out of 5
275 Tremont St, Boston, MA
The price is ฿4,449 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿4,449
฿5,181 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"The hotel is old and needs an urgent renovation, the staff is very friendly and efficient. However for the price they charge they need to have safety deposit boxes, and better electrical outlets"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
HI Boston - Hostel
HI Boston - Hostel
2 out of 5
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA
The price is ฿6,328 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿6,328
฿7,368 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hostel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Would stay again
"I had a lovely stay at this hostel! It’s conveniently located close to South Station. The bed was comfortable, bathroom was clean and spacious, staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was simple but filling. I would love to stay there again!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

HI Boston - Hostel
Seaport Hotel Boston
Seaport Hotel Boston
4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is ฿5,774 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿5,774
฿6,894 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,606 reviews)
Good but expensive.
"Nice hotel. Near Silver Line. Excellent rooms. Very expensive for what it is."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Seaport Hotel Boston
Omni Parker House
Omni Parker House
4 out of 5
60 School St, Boston, MA
The price is ฿5,000 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿5,000
฿7,009 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,867 reviews)
"Love this place!"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Omni Parker House
The Dagny Boston
The Dagny Boston
4 out of 5
89 Broad Street, Boston, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,371 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
฿5,371
฿8,221 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,862 reviews)
"Definitely will stay again we loved it!!!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

The Dagny Boston
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Other neighbourhoods around Theatre District

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Chinatown

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown
Theatre District which includes night scenes and signage

Bay Village

While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Blue Man Group and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.

Bay Village
Beacon Hill showing landscape views

Beacon Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Boston Common or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

Beacon Hill
Downtown Boston which includes a city and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Massacre Site and Old State House, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Boston
Massachusetts which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a city

Government Center

If you're spending time in Government Center, check out sights like Boston City Hall Plaza or Boston Public Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Government Center Station or Bowdoin Station.

Government Center
Back Bay featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Back Bay

4.5/5(192 area reviews)

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

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