Eliot's Blog

The Ultimate Family Guide: Boston, a city brimming with history, culture, and adventure, is a dream destination for families. From iconic landmarks to interactive museums, there’s something to enchant every age. Whether you're exploring for the first time or rediscovering familiar places, here are the best family-friendly experiences in Boston.

There are some evenings that feel like a page out of a storybook—and our recent spring pop-up with Maeve of @shopmaeflowers was one of them. To celebrate the launch of Maeve’s beautiful new collection of travel-inspired totes—dreamed up during her adventures through France—we transformed The Eliot’s lobby into a charming Parisian back shop, bursting with seasonal florals, soft light, and a sense of celebration.

Nestled in the heart of Back Bay, The Eliot Hotel offers guests a front-row seat to Boston’s vibrant cultural scene. Whether you're an art aficionado, a history buff, or traveling with curious kids, Boston’s museums promise something special for every kind of explorer. Here are our top picks—each within easy reach of The Eliot: