Theatre District Travel Guide

Boston

Theatre District featuring signage, a city and central business district
Theatre District
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Theatre District showing night scenes and signage
Theatre District showing night scenes and a city
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 ฿3,489 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿3,489
฿4,063 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,154 reviews)
"LOVED the location, comfort, staff! The room was clean and warm (perfect for the winter), the staff were helpful and friendly (esp. Kendall and Edward) - quick to suggest GREAT restaurants and knowledgeable about local history. If I ever make it back to Boston I'll be sure to book here! THANKS y'all ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

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 ฿4,999 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿4,999
฿5,821 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Central stay in Boston
"Central and with easy access to the center. Good value for money, pratical to get around mai Boston sites"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
HI Boston - Hostel
HI Boston - Hostel
2 out of 5
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA
The price is ฿3,724 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿3,724
฿4,337 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hostel, so impressed! Thank you so much"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

HI Boston - Hostel
Seaport Hotel Boston
Seaport Hotel Boston
4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is ฿7,614 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
฿7,614
฿9,035 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (2,814 reviews)
"For the first time staying here, my wife and I were blown away by how amazing our stay at this hotel was. I can't wait to come back."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
4 out of 5
505 Washington Street, Boston, MA
The price is ฿4,800 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿4,800
฿7,152 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,567 reviews)
"Love it here, it's the only place I will stay at every time I'm in Boston & that's saying a lot because I'm a Hilton honors member, but this by far is my 2nd home- Kielah <3"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Harborside Inn Of Boston
4 out of 5
185 State St, Boston, MA
The price is ฿3,657 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿3,657
฿4,259 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,790 reviews)
"Safe"

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Harborside Inn Of 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
Back Bay showing a city

Back Bay East

If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Old South Church and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.

Back Bay East
Boston Financial District which includes a city and a park

Boston Financial District

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

Old State House and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Boston Financial District. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views.

Boston Financial District
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 Old State House and Boston City Hall, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Boston

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