Boston's Back Bay is easily one of the most exclusive neighborhoods to live in America.
Between the rich history of the homes and buildings such as Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library, to the trendy shops and restaurants on Newbury and Boylston Street, Back Bay is a place many people wish to call their home.
There are also many hot spots such as the Boston Common and Public Gardens, the Prudential Center and Copley Square that attract visitors and residents alike year round. There is never a shortage of things to do and see in Back Bay.
There are many green spaces scattered throughout the .66 square mile neighborhood that act as sanctuaries for city-dwellers. These parks include the Boston Public Garden and Boston Common, the Charles River Esplanade, Copley Square, and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Educational institutions such as the Berklee College of Music and the Boston Architectural College have called Back Bay their home for many years. The Hynes Convention Center is also located in Back Bay, which is a popular spot for many events, conventions, and festivals all year round.
There is an abundance of hotels in the area such as the Taj, Lenox, Colonnade, Westin, Hilton, Sheraton, Fairmont, Marriott, Four Seasons, Park Plaza, and Mandarin Oriental - all lending to Back Bay's thriving tourism industry. In addition to being a wonderful place to live and visit, Back Bay is also a dominant economic center for the region, boasting many reputable companies in the real estate, finance, education and insurance industries. The famous Newbury Street is located in the Back Bay where many visitors and Bostonians will go to shop, stroll or simply people watch, you never know who you are going to find! For example, Tom Brady once owned a brownstone on Marlborough Street prior to having kids. Go Pats!