Guide to Boston: Popular Neighborhoods

Each neighborhood in Boston has its personality. Depending on your tastes and which school you plan to attend, you'll have some great options. Here are a few of the city's most popular student haunts:

Allston

Allston, known for its diverse student population, rich energy, and dozens of ethnic restaurants, is close to several colleges and universities, making it a convenient and cheap option.

Beacon Hill

One of the oldest communities in the city, Beacon Hill is another well-known Boston neighborhood. The name comes from a beacon that once stood at the top of the neighborhood hill to warn residents of foreign invasion. If you love colonial architecture, antique shops, and great restaurants, Beacon Hill may be your ideal Boston neighborhood.

Chinatown

Like many other large cities, Boston has its own Chinatown. Situated between the financial and theater districts, Boston's Chinatown attracts tourists and locals with authentic Chinese cuisine, bakeries, and shopping. Chinatown also borders the Leather District, a revitalized neighborhood of leather factories transformed for modern use.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is your green option. Located at the southernmost point of Boston, this neighborhood constitutes a perfect mix of the urban and suburban. Hyde Park is famed for its ample space and large public golf course.

South Boston ('Southie')

Made famous in major motion pictures, and well-known for its Irish Catholic history, South Boston, has begun to attract a number of young urban professionals. Famed locally for a strong sense of community and the affordability of new housing developments, South Boston is also home to the city's largest St. Patrick's Day parade.

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City of Boston