Boston's Downtown Crossing

Boston's Downtown Crossing Neighborhood

- Back Bay
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- Beacon Hill
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- Chinatown
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- Faneuil Hall
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- Fenway/Kenmore
- Fort Point
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- Harvard Square
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- South End
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- North End

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Downtown Crossing is an eclectic mix of historic sites, shopping, and hip restaurants and clubs. Sift through the bargain shelves of the Brattle Book Shop, watch musical street performers, visit the Old South Meeting House, or enjoy a fine meal at one of the numerous award-winning restaurants in the neighborhood.

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HOTELS

Langham Hotel Boston
This is one of the best business hotels in the city, with the most central location... More
Hyatt Regency Boston
This centrally located 22-story hotel lives two lives... More
Nine Zero
This is anything but a traditional Boston hotel. Sleek and... More

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ATTRACTIONS

Boston Ballet
Boston Ballet's reputation seems to jump a notch every time someone says, "So it's not just The... More
Kings Chapel & Burying Ground
Architect Peter Harrison sent the plans for this Georgian-style building... More

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RESTAURANTS

Fajitas & 'Ritas
This entertaining restaurant is one of the most fun places around... More
Locke-Ober
"Locke's" is the traditional Boston restaurant, a power-broker favorite... More
Cosí Sandwich Bar
Flavorful fillings on delectable bread make Cosí (pronounced "cozy,"... More

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NIGHTLIFE

Charles Playhouse
The off-Broadway sensation Blue Man Group began selling out as soon as it arrived... More
Cutler Majestic Theatre
A popular dance and music performance space, the recently restored... More

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SHOPPING

Borders Books
Two levels of books and one of music, plus a cafe, author appearances ... More
Macy's
Across Summer Street from Filene's stands New England's largest store... More
DSW Shoe Warehouse
Here you'll find two large floors of discounted women's and men's shoes... More