The 10 Best Neighborhoods in New England, New England

November 25, 2021 Layne Dawes

Discover the best top things to do in New England, New England including North End, College Hill, Guilford Town Center Historic District, Old Port, Diamond Cove, Benefit Street, Historic Federal Hill, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, High Street Historic District.
Restaurants in New England

1. North End

Boston, MA 02109 https://www.boston.gov/neighborhood/north-end
Excellent
72%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7,134 reviews

North End

This Italian neighborhood, Boston's oldest, is known for its wonderful restaurants and historic sights. Walk the cobblestone streets to take in the architecture and aromas of delicious food, and visit Paul Revere's house and the Old North Church while you're in the neighborhood.

Reviewed By loneriter - Boston, United States

This is a must-do while visiting Boston. Cobblestone streets, authentic Italian restaurants, gelaterias, quaint cafes serving divine espressos, and pastry shops selling that most mouth-watering of Italian desserts -- cannolis. Word of caution: if planning to dine in the North End, make sure you call ahead for a reservation.

2. College Hill

Providence, RI
Excellent
44%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 25 reviews

Off-beat neighborhood located between Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design.

3. Guilford Town Center Historic District

Guilford, CT
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Guilford Town Center Historic District

4. Old Port

Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 https://www.visitportland.com/
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,225 reviews

Old Port

Reviewed By jlneighbors

fun area with several states full of unique boutique shops, pubs, restaurants, ice cream shops and more. we loved it - though one or 2 days is probably enough to see the entire area.

5. Diamond Cove

Great Diamond Island, Portland, ME 04109 +1 207-766-5886 http://www.diamondcove.com
Excellent
68%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Diamond Cove

A residential and vacation community on Great Diamond Island in Casco Bay offers sheltered beaches, acres of old-growth forest and some of the most spectacular sunsets around.

6. Benefit Street

Providence, RI http://www.visitrhodeisland.com/listing/benefit-streets-mile-of-history/97
Excellent
55%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 217 reviews

Benefit Street

A mile of history is packed onto this cobblestone street lined with historic buildings. The Nightingale-Brown House, built in 1792, home to five generations of the Nicholas Brown Family (of Brown University) is a "must see" on the block.

Reviewed By MayLehmannNYC - New York City, United States

Shy of two miles long, Benefit street is a veritable "stroll" back in history as the street highlights 18th and 19th architecture. Modern street lights are replaced by faux gas lights which only add to the charm of this street. A walk at dusk when the lights come on is a must!

7. Historic Federal Hill

Providence, RI +1 401-453-6161 http://federalhillprov.com
Excellent
55%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 668 reviews

Historic Federal Hill

Sip a strong espresso at an outdoor cafe, grab a quick pizza for lunch or dine in style at a gourmet Italian restaurant in this historic section of the city, also know as Little Italy. You'll know you have arrived by the huge arched gateway, with a bronzed pinecone, which marks the entry to the neighborhood.

Reviewed By TaLeOz - Providence, United States

Federal Hill is full of Italian Restaurants. In the summer you see a lot of people walking up and down Atwells Ave. There are so many restaurants to choose from, shops to visit or you can just sit on the square and enjoy the fountain. There is a little park that has checker/chess boards painted on the tables if you're interested in playing. You always see older Italian men sitting across from the square reminiscing & drinking coffee or smoking cigars. Along with a bunch of restaurants to choose from there are cigar bars if that's what you're craving. There are bakeries, steakhouses, Chinese food, hair salons, nail salons and places you can have your Tarot Cards read. If you are the dancing type come at night and you'll find a lot of Dance Clubs that are open until 2 in the morning. Back in the day there were Mafia all over the Hill but it's not like that today. There were even "hits" that made the front page of the Providence Journal Bulletin. Today it's a foodie's dream.

8. Beacon Hill

Between Beacon St and Cambridge St Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02108 +1 617-227-4392 http://www.beaconhillonline.com/index.htm
Excellent
60%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,375 reviews

Beacon Hill

The famous Boston Brahmin neighborhood of red brick sidewalks, cobblestoned streets, elegant townhouses and gas street lamps.

Reviewed By paddyr919 - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Fantastic location and stepped in history I took the tour to see all the sights within including the scared cod!!! Brilliant tour fun friendly and helpful staff based right on Boston common so great central location If get the chance go to acorn street nearby for a picturesque cobbled street

9. Back Bay

Boston, MA http://www.cityofboston.gov/Parks/emerald/Back_Bay_Fens.asp
Excellent
64%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 624 reviews

Back Bay

This tony neighborhood--one of the two most expensive residential areas in Boston--started as a bay. The bay was filled in during the 19th century to create the area now known by the name Back Bay. The area is known for its Victorian brownstones, the Boston Public Library, shopping, office high rises and upscale hotels.

Reviewed By tarjana - Salt Lake City, United States

There are quite a few popular neighborhoods in Boston, so it's hard to decide where to stay... If you stay in Back Bay, you can find almost everything you need in walking distance (if you're a walker). You can even walk to the North End, or a quick Uber ride can get you there quickly. There is sooooo much to see in Back Bay, and you if you're in town for a short trip, you don't need a rental car.

10. High Street Historic District

Camden, ME
Excellent
64%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

High Street Historic District

Added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1989, Camden's official historic district comprises fifty-eight buildings on High Street between Main Street and Sherman Point Road.

Reviewed By kenj531 - Manalapan, United States

Camden is worth taking a day to check out. The harbor is pretty and the tourist shops are great for us tourists.

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