Events & Attractions
Boston University
Boston University is located directly across the Charles River from Hyatt Regency Boston / Cambridge, only a short 20-minute walk or five-minute ride away from our hotel.
- Day Trips
- Family Activities
Flour
A short walk from the hotel, Flour offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items. From your morning coffee to your lunch deli sandwich, Flour allows for a quick and easy tasteful experience. Whether you’d like to sit in or take out, be sure to check all Flour has to offer on the go.
- Restaurants
- Family Activities
Agganis Arena
Don’t miss a trip to Agganis Arena, the home of Boston University’s men’s ice hockey team. The arena also hosts concerts, conventions, and other live shows including Cirque du Soleil, Live Nation, and Sesame Street. All less than 10 minutes away.
- Entertainment
- Sports
The Asgard
Looking for some classic Irish fare paired with pints? The Asgard is the place for you. The Asgard is a spacious Irish hangout appointed with furniture made in Ireland.
- Restaurants
- Bars
MGM Music Hall at Fenway
This grand music venue and performing arts center opened in summer 2022 near Fenway Park. The MGM Music Hall hosts national touring acts with Live Nation in Boston. Located at the intersection of Lansdowne and Ipswich Streets.
- Art
- Culture
Fenway Park
Our hotel is located less than 2 miles from Fenway Park, also known as “America's Most Beloved Ballpark.” Enjoy the scenic 20-minute walk along the Charles River and over the BU Bridge toward Kenmore to experience a Sox game at Fenway.
- Sports
- Family Activities
MIT
We are conveniently located just a short 5 minute walk from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, one of the leading research universities in the world.
- Day Trips
- Family Activities
MIT Museum
Put on your thinking caps because you’re going to MIT! Renowned for finding and nurturing some of the biggest and brightest minds in the world, MIT’s museum is home to its researchers' and students’ most innovative discoveries.
- Culture
- Museums
Newbury Street
Newbury Street is a shopping hotspot featuring boutiques, salons and upscale dining set in enchanting 19th-century brownstones. Then, walk a few blocks to Copley Place or the Prudential Center before heading back to the hotel in under 10 minutes.
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum
Once home to socialite Isabella Stewart Gardner, you’ll find a collection of 7,500 paintings, sculptures, rare books, and tapestries. If your name is Isabella, show your ID for free admission—or sport Red Sox apparel and receive a discount.
- Culture
- Museums
Museum of Fine Arts
Wander the poppy fields of Giverny, float along Monet’s water lily pond, go oyster fishing in Cancale—all in one day. Only a 10-minute-drive away, the Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the world.
- Art
- Culture
- Museums
Oleana
Your traditional Eastern Mediterranean dishes in a warm, welcoming interior or a peaceful garden patio. The vivid spices and flavors at Oleana allow for a genuine Turkish and Middle Eastern flair.
- Restaurants
- Family Activities
Old Town Trolley Tours
Witness Boston’s 18 most historical sights, including the Boston Tea Party Ship and the Old State House while on a quaint double-decker enclosed trolley. These one or two-day adventures transport you back in time to re-live the American Revolution.
- Family Activities
- Tours
Prudential Center
The Back Bay neighborhood is known for its upscale dining and shopping experiences, especially the Prudential Center. Enjoy perusing the likes of Eataly Boston, Mackage, and Kate Spade. Then, take in the center’s South Garden, a 1.3-acre park.
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Parks
Puritan & Company
An Inman Square favorite serving modern American cuisine & traditional New England dishes for both dinner & brunch. With an extensive wine & beer list, Puritan offers something to excite all taste buds.
- Restaurants
- Family Activities
Harvard Art Museum
Harvard University is home to three prestigious art museums- the Fogg Museum, Busch-Reisinger Museum and Arthur M. Sackler Museum. Featuring Monet, Van Gogh, O’Keefe and Rembrandt, the museums display one of the largest collections in the country.
- Art
- Culture
- Museums
Copley Place
If you dream in Dior, Jimmy Choo and Louis Vuitton, then this shopping experience is what your closet desires. Explore over 75 high-end stores and restaurants. Refuel at Legal Sea Foods for local lobster before making the 10-minute trip back.
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Harvard University
Easily access the United States’ oldest institution of higher learning, Harvard University, located only a five-minute drive from Hyatt Regency Cambridge.
- Day Trips
- Family Activities
CambridgeSide Mall / Galleria
At the CambridgeSide Mall—located on the waterfront—you’ll find 120 stores and eateries, including the largest Gap in Boston, Apple, and Macy’s. Catch the free shuttle service running every 20 minutes between MBTA Kendall Square T Stop and the mall.
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Warrior Ice Arena
Rather play sports then watch them? Make the 15-minute trek to skate amongst the pros at Warrior Ice Arena. Here, there’s everything from public hockey to skating classes to hockey camps. Lace up your skates and take to the ice!
- Sports
- Family Activities
Museum of Science
Stargaze at the planetarium, wander along remote caves in the domed IMAX, or enjoy the science lab at the Theatre of Electricity. 10 minutes away, this museum features 700 interactive exhibits and a rotating calendar of collections, films and shows.
- Family Activities
- Museums
Boston Common / Public Gardens
The 50-acre Boston Common gives you front-row seats to seasonal landscapes year-round. A 4-minute drive from our hotel, this oasis offers fresh air, outdoor trails, and a peaceful day of nature bathing, picnicking or enjoying a swan boat tour.
- Outdoor Activities
- Tours
- Family Activities
Auerbach Center
The Celtics’ home can be found just a 13-minute drive away. This training facility houses a float tank, two pools, and a restaurant. Tours are not available to the public yet, but fans can still appreciate the spectacle that trains these pros.
- Restaurants
- Sports
- Family Activities
Boston Duck Boat Tours
Hop aboard the duck boat, an amphibious vehicle that travels both on land and water. The 80-minute cruise takes you on the Charles River past historical landmarks and skyline views. Sit back as your driver tells fascinating stories about the city.
- Family Activities
- Tours
TD Garden
The TD Garden is New England’s largest sports & entertainment arena. It is the home of Boston’s professional hockey and basketball teams. Visit the arena for concerts, comedians and other popular events.
- Entertainment
- Restaurants
- Sports
Faneuil Hall Marketplace / Quincy Market
Select the token of your Boston visit at this historic downtown marketplace—a popular spot for foodies, shoppers, and history buffs 15 minutes away. Find pubs, restaurants, and international food stalls while taking in the renowned street performers.
- Entertainment
- Art
- Culture
Freedom Trail
250 years of history, 2.5 miles, 16 of Boston’s most iconic landmarks. Explore Paul Revere’s House, the Boston Massacre Site and the USS Constitution with a guided or self-guided tour. The start of the Freedom Trail is just a short 7-minute drive.
- Tours
- Family Activities
Children’s Museum
Feed your child’s curiosity with activities incorporating science, art, technology and music. Try the New Balance 3-story climbing exhibit or the new toddler PlaySpace, an interactive exploration that stimulates all the senses. Just 7 minutes away.
- Family Activities
- Museums
New England Aquarium
Witness some of the country’s largest shark and stingray touch tanks, pet starfish, watch the penguins' ice-capades and wonder over the 200,000-gallon coral reef exhibit. This underwater entertainment provides all-day fun, only a 15-minute drive away.
- Day Trips
- Family Activities
Assembly Row
Shop, dine, and workout at Assembly Row, a riverfront neighborhood in Somerville just 10 minutes from your hotel. Enjoy outlet shopping, Legoland Discovery Center, bowling at Lucky Strike, a movie, and the Muse Paintbar—the possibilities are endless.
- Entertainment
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Tufts University
Tufts University's main campus is located 4.8 miles from Hyatt Regency Boston / Cambridge and a short 20-minute ride via Memorial Drive.
- Day Trips
- Family Activities
Salem, Massachusetts
Salem is one of Massachusetts' best destinations for families, couples, domestic and international travelers who are seeking an authentic New England experience. Salem is steeped in rich Puritan and American history, especially when it comes to its infamous Salem Witch Trials.
- Culture
- Family Activities
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Famed as the site of the first pilgrim settlement, Plymouth is loved for its classic New England charm. Nestled conveniently between Boston and Cape Cod, it is best known for its Native American history, the pilgrim story and one of the country’s most iconic landmarks–Plymouth Rock.
- Culture
- Family Activities
Events & Attractions
Nestled between Cambridge and Boston, Hyatt Regency Boston / Cambridge offers family-centric and artistically fulfilling opportunities, whether you want to explore or relax. Take a short drive across the BU Bridge for a ballgame at Fenway Park or a visit to Boston University. Enjoy easy access to walking, jogging and bicycle paths along the Charles River and explore the culture of Beantown.