Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Watertown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Watertown

With a population of 31,915, Watertown is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Watertown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Watertown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bar' Cino Watertown (47 Main St) and Branch Line (321 Arsenal Street) are great picks.

When to visit Watertown

Watertown in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Watertown in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Watertown

Plane

When flying to Watertown, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Watertown include Delta, JetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Watertown departs from Miami and takes around 3h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Watertown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Watertown to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Watertown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 183 miles from Watertown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Watertown, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. From Hartford, the bus ride to Watertown takes 120 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

When flying to Watertown, you’ll arrive at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Watertown include Delta, JetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Watertown departs from Miami and takes around 3h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Watertown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Watertown to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Watertown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 183 miles from Watertown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Watertown, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. From Hartford, the bus ride to Watertown takes 120 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Watertown

ORHWorcester
BOSBoston Logan Intl
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Watertown

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,580 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,100 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,813 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,527 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,463 reviews)
LOT
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Where to stay in popular areas of Watertown

Most booked hotels in Watertown

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Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Watertown
3 stars
Excellent (9, 442 reviews)
$117+
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citizenM Boston North Station
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2584 reviews)
$125+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Watertown Boston
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 580 reviews)
$126+
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Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1093 reviews)
$169+
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Club Quarters Hotel Faneuil Hall, Boston
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4399 reviews)
$142+
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Omni Parker House
4 stars
Excellent (8, 4617 reviews)
$170+
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Renting a car in Watertown

Renting a car in Watertown costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Watertown.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Watertown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Watertown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Watertown costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Watertown.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Watertown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Watertown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Watertown

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

Economy

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5 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

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