The Esplanade is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

1. The Esplanade

9.5
The Esplanade, Boston, MA
Park · Back Bay East · 80 tips and reviews

Nicole M.Nicole Merritt: Start taking advantage of this awesome running spot - the views are incredible - and you'll be in good company! In the warm weather, bring a towel and lay out on the docks.

Djaniella D.Djaniella D.: A beautiful place to get away from all the chaos in the city. Take full advantage of it- whether it's running, biking, having a picnic, overlooking the bridge, or watching the sunset on the dock.

المهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيالالمهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيال: Lovely place to walk, run, and watch the ducks & the sunset over Charles River. A must when you come to Boston-which you should 😻

The Westin Copley Place, Boston is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

2. The Westin Copley Place, Boston

8.0
10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA
Hotel · Prudential - St. Botolph · 61 tips and reviews

Rhonda B.Rhonda B.: Great hotel.. Convenient location and great views of Charles River looking into MIT. Beds are heavenly

Judilee R.Judilee Reed: Ask for a corner room on an upper floor. The views are amaZing!

Gina S.Gina Sheedy: Fantastic hotel, gorgeous rooms, award winning views, amazing staff!

Sheraton Boston Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

3. Sheraton Boston Hotel

7.4
39 Dalton St (at Belvedere St), Boston, MA
Hotel · Prudential - St. Botolph · 108 tips and reviews

Vishal K.Vishal Khanapure: This is a brilliant hotel. The staff is courteous, the rooms are luxurious and, if you are in a high floor room, the view is amazing.

Aaron U.Aaron Ueland: Rooms are small but very nice. Ask for a high floor river view room. Breakfast buffet is pricey but the breakfast chef turns out a good omelette. Shopaholics beware: Prudential Center is next door!

marymary: An amazing hotel in the heart of boston. Beautiful views, amazinf food, and amazing staff.

Finagle a Bagel (Copley Square) is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

4. Finagle a Bagel (Copley Square)

7.8
535 Boylston St (at Clarendon St), Boston, MA
Bagel Shop · Back Bay East · 39 tips and reviews

Bruce C.Bruce C: Apparently, they do NOT provide wireless access. So much for the nice upstairs view.

Merlin C.Merlin Calo: Breakfast sandwiches are bomb! Good view from second floor, free wi-fi, and comfortable seating for getting work done.

Judi Y.Judi Y.: View from second floor is nice.. A nice place to stop and hangout, but the wifi is VERY inconsistent

Taj Boston is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

5. Taj Boston

7.6
15 Arlington St (btwn Newbury & Commonwealth), Boston, MA
Hotel · Back Bay East · 54 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: Drink your tea pinky out at the Taj Boston's rooftop champagne brunch buffet on the hotel's 17th floor. The meal will cost you but the sweeping views of the city are free. Read more.

The Leading Hotels of the WorldThe Leading Hotels of the World: Taj Boston is known for its collection of original art and antiques which are on display throughout the hotel. Enjoy the short, scenic walk to the financial and theater districts from the hotel ;) Read more.

Kate R.Kate Ronkainen: Get a corner suite for the best views.

Legal Sea Foods is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

6. Legal Sea Foods

8.1
100 Huntington Ave (at Copley Mall), Boston, MA
Seafood Restaurant · Prudential - St. Botolph · 58 tips and reviews

Eric F.Eric F: Great View

William T.William Toll: This one has a great view but always the worst service of the entire chain

RR: Delicious food, friendly staff, nice view & fair prices. 👍

Charles River Bike Path is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

7. Charles River Bike Path

8.8
Charles River Bike Path, Boston, MA
Hiking Trail · Prudential - St. Botolph · 18 tips and reviews

Marc R.Marc Rust: Great new playgrounds and views!

A S.A S: Great for a stroll, whilst admiring the beautiful sailboats.

Victor G.Victor Gonzalez: Run 7 miles

East Dock On The Esplanade is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

8. East Dock On The Esplanade

8.3
Boston, MA
Scenic Lookout · Back Bay East · 4 tips and reviews

shanen s.shanen stout: Amazingly beautiful area especially during sunset

Ricky W.Ricky Wilson: One of the most relaxing places in Boston. The chairs are really comfortable and the breeze is wonderful on a warm day.

Indivly RewardsIndivly Rewards: Great place to go tanning or for a picnic with your friends.

Four Seasons Hotel Boston is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

9. Four Seasons Hotel Boston

9.1
200 Boylston St (at Charles St), Boston, MA
Hotel · Back Bay · 34 tips and reviews

Holly M.Holly M: The views from the rooms are simply amazing. And all the staff are so friendly and welcoming.

Gronk N.Gronk Nation: Penthouse level indoor swimming pool with panoramic view of historic Boston was quite impressive.

ToryBurchToryBurch: All types of visitors flock to this top hotel for its perfect location and superb service, like extra cuff links for business travelers and baking lessons for children.

Running on the Charles is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

10. Running on the Charles

9.0
Beacon St (Mass Ave), Boston, MA
Hiking Trail · Back Bay West · 2 tips and reviews

Leonardo S.Leonardo Soares: Amazing View

Annie B.Annie Bergen: After your run, sit on the docks just past mass ave or just before for the perfect stretch and meditation spot. The ones past mass ave are usually a bit quieter.

Contessa is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

11. Contessa

8.7
3 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · Back Bay East · 8 tips and reviews

AhadAhad: The view is incredible! Try their squash carpaccio and rib-eye steak 👌🏼

Katerina K.Katerina Kuv: One of the best restaurants in the town. Lively atmosphere with great service. Spacious indoor seating, view. Amazing wine list and delicious pasta. Reserve table in advance

Paula B.Paula Buzzo: Their Spicy Lobster Capellini is delicious, but the Ricotta Gnudi di Pecora is to die for. Excellent attendance and stunning decoration.

Boston Marriott Copley Place is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

12. Boston Marriott Copley Place

7.2
110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA
Hotel · Prudential - St. Botolph · 101 tips and reviews

Manny C.Manny C: Great staff nice rooms killer view to the Charles river and back bay area. Also very close to the Fenway park!

Jeff H.Jeff Horton: Massive convention size hotel with a really new innovative elevator concept, connected to endless shopping. Great views from the rooms

Eric A.Eric Andersen: Nice views from the upper floors!

Colonnade Boston Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

13. Colonnade Boston Hotel

7.7
120 Huntington Ave (btwn W Newton & Garrison St), Boston, MA
Hotel · Prudential - St. Botolph · 39 tips and reviews

Emily B.Emily Baer: Check out the rooftop bar during the summer! Amazing views of Boston

Daniel W.Daniel Wiegand: Great Hotel, huge Rooms, Excellent Service - wonderful view over Boston! Nothing more to say!

Debbie B.Debbie B.: Excellent hotel!! Extremely friendly and helpful stuff. Comfy comfy beds. Nice big rooms!!

View Boston is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

14. View Boston

8.3
800 Boyleston st, Boston, MA
Attraction · 2 tips and reviews

Paula B.Paula Buzzo: The space is beautiful, 360 view to the city. Highly recommend.

MaríaFe P.MaríaFe Peña: Amazing! Totally worthy. The night view is breathtaking

Commonwealth Avenue Mall is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Back Bay, Boston.

15. Commonwealth Avenue Mall

9.1
Commonwealth Ave. (btwn Arlington St. & Mass Ave.), Boston, MA
Park · Back Bay East · 26 tips and reviews

Travelhound12Travelhound12: Scenic views of the brownstone architecture of the Back Bay; statues of various American notables; a nice respite from the Newbury Street madness.

Travelhound12Travelhound12: A walk along the Promenade here is so relaxing because of the beautiful views offered by the architecture and statues. Plenty of benches to rest on as well.

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: French-style boulevard established in 1856. Mall stretches 3/4 of a mile and 7 street blocks (each named alphabetically from A-H as you move away from Public Garden). More info in blog.<LINK> Read more.