From bow-front Victorian redbrick houses flanking leafy streets to bustling main thoroughfares and edgy art hubs, South End offers diverse attractions. Washington and Tremont Streets—the latter nicknamed “restaurant row”—draw food and wine lovers, the SoWa district’s art galleries beckon creative types, and the 19th-century homes and parks tucked down the side streets appeal to strollers and urban explorers.
Discover the South End alone or catch a tour to explore it informed by a guide’s historical perspective and directions. For a fun and easy overview of the district, choose a bike tour that covers the area and nearby parks and communities such as Back Bay. Gastronomes, meanwhile, can choose guided walks that uncover the district’s multi-ethnic restaurants and wine spots.