Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau

The city of Boston has a population of 645,000 and is the centre of a large metropolitan area home to almost 3 million people. With over 70 colleges and universities, our large student population adds a youthful vibrancy to the city.

Boasting over 33,000 world class hotel rooms, three convention centres and countless unique meeting facilities, Boston has venues to serve every size group and budget.

Boston’s popularity as a destination goes far beyond its physical meeting facilities. From the downtown core to the outlying areas, Boston is a city of intriguing diversity with something for everyone. There's history and high technology, academic excellence and neighbourhood ethnicity, financial prominence and hometown sports enthusiasm, scientific achievements and a thriving cultural scene. Boston truly enjoys a mix of colonial charm and urban sophistication.

Boston is unique as it is almost completely surrounded by water, with the Atlantic Ocean on two sides and the Charles River which runs along the back of the city. Whale watches, harbour cruises, island hopping, sailing and rowing on the Charles River, jogging, sunbathing or playing in one of the many parks along the waterways gives visitors plenty to do.

Boston is a paradise for shoppers, restaurant connoisseurs and people who simply enjoy walking around town discovering new sights.

Visit the Boston booth to learn more about why Boston is "The Place to Meet in America".