Boston’s Best Experiences, From Boston Common to Freedom Trail

Experiences

Located in downtown Boston, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston offers hotel guests a wealth of nearby attractions. History can be found around every corner, starting in Boston Common across from the hotel. The 50-acre park the oldest in the country and is the beginning of the Freedom Trail, home to many of Boston’s beloved historic sites. The hotel is also near the Theater District and Financial District, letting you stroll to your meeting or to a performance at the nearby Citizens Bank Opera House.

Ritz Kids

At The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, family vacations are opportunities to inspire and remember. This is especially true for young guests, who are greeted with a red wagon full of toys that they can enjoy during their stay. This magical introduction to the hotel sets the tone for a family-friendly experience enhanced by the special amenities, treats and kid-friendly menus of the Ritz Kids program.

Family plays in mini tent over toy campfire

Immerse Yourself in Boston’s Cultural Legacy From This Theater District Hotel

When it comes to offering authentic experiences of the city, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston remains unsurpassed. Take advantage of the hotel’s downtown location to walk to the Theater District and indulge in world-class performances at the Boch Center. Watch history come alive along the Freedom Trail, or gaze upon 19th-century architecture in Back Bay. From the arts to modern entertainment, shopping to national treasures, Boston awaits your discovery.

Plan Your Trip

Whether you call it Beantown or the City of Good Hearts, Boston is the metropolitan heart of New England. Full of gorgeous architecture and corner squares, it’s home to some of the nation’s top universities, which attract students and scholars from around the world. Here’s what to pack and what to book in order to enjoy its lovely streetscapes and beautiful campuses.

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Equinox Sports Club

At the adjoining Equinox Sports Club, hotel guests enjoy access to 114,000 square feet of sunlit space featuring state-of-the-art equipment and a wide range of fitness and wellness programs. Challenge yourself on the full basketball court or one of four international squash courts, then refresh with a swim in the 25-yard indoor pool. Guests 18 and over may access the Club; admission is complimentary with Club Lounge access or available for $20 per day.

Equinox Sports Club, Boston

Group Classes

Equinox’s award-winning Group Fitness and Mind Body programming offers more than 100 weekly classes to suit every pace and preference. From yoga and barre to high-energy Zumba sessions, discover the perfect balance of movement, rhythm, and intensity to elevate your fitness experience.

EQUINOX Sports Club

Please note EQUINOX Sports Club is available to guests 18+
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Equinox Sports Club

At Equinox Sports Club you’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment.

Mon-Fri:
5:30 AM-11:00 PM
Sat-Sun:
7:00 AM-8:00 PM

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President Golf Course

6.0 Miles

President Golf Course

18 holes , 5580 yards , Par for course: 70

Putterham Meadows

10.0 Miles

Putterham Meadows

18 holes , 6307 yards , Par for course: 71
Granite Links

10.0 Miles

Stowe Acres Country Club

30.0 Miles

Stowe Acres Country Club

18 holes , 6909 yards , Par for course: 72

Wachussett Mountain

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Pleasure Bay

2.8 Miles

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